KEY WEST FLATS FISHING

Keys Fishing Report - Spring 2012

As the rest of the country enjoys a mild winter the Keys have also had a warmer winter too. Already our basins and deeper flats have had a few strings of tarpon and as the spring progresses we will see more and more tarpon making their migration along the ocean flats of the Keys.

Permit fishing was great in February and early March. Right now the permit seemed to have headed offshore a little early for their springtime hiatus on the wrecks to spawn. The good news is they will be back earlier as well.

Bonefishing has been getting better as the water temperature rises. Schools of bones can be found throughout the backcountry flats and west of Key West too.

Barracuda still occupy the flats in good numbers and are a great target fish for anglers of all levels. Sharks are also a great target species for anglers as they jump, run and pull just as hard as any large fish in the ocean.

Please check with us for availability for spring, summer and fall fishing for 2012.

Check out our Wintertime Fishing Video: Visit our Key West Flats Fishing channel on YouTube!

If you are heading to the Keys for your next holiday vacation please give us a call 305-744-8291 or email. We do have openings for flats fishing and can take up to two anglers per boat.

• We run 1/2, 3/4 and full day fishing trips - View our rates page for costs for a days fishing.
• We specialize in fly and light spin tackle from beginner to the advanced
• Sight cast to tarpon, bonefish, permit, barracuda, sharks and many other species.
• Fly casting lessons available
• All tackle, bait and licensed provided
• All established and experienced professional flats fishing guides

Flats Fishing Seasons

TARPON FISHING IN KEY WEST

Tarpon fishing is by far the most popular fish to pursue in the springtime here in the Florida Keys. The fact is that depending on the weather patterns we may see tarpon as early as January, with some schools pushing through in February and March. If you are planning to pursue tarpon this season or next season please inquire with us. The season fills up close to a year in advance for us but we have a limited list of excellent professional fishing guides that we can refer you to. These guides are hand picked by us and have all been professional guides here in the Keys for years and on a full-time basis.

View some seasonal tarpon video with Capt. Bobby Paulson

FALL BONEFISHING (plus Permit & BABY TARPON TOO)

There are still a few kept secrets about the fishing here in the Keys. One of them is the abundance of bonefish and permit available on the flats throughout the late summer and fall months. The tides will also sometimes give us the opportunity to wade for tailing fish as we watch the sun dip below the horizon.

Although our tropical weather can be a factor, it has been fairly calm the last two seasons. It is worth coming if you have time to get away. There are no crowds, the wind is generally light and the seas are calm. It is perfect for any level of angler.

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