In the Florida Keys, fishing isn’t something we do, it’s how we live. The Florida Keys is consistently ranked in the Top 10 lists of Best Places for Deep Sea Fishing. Wide Open Spaces calls the Florida Keys, “one of the best places to catch game fish in North America.”
Year-round tropical weather makes the Florida Keys a fisherman’s paradise. The unique arrangement of limestone islands serves as a gateway to the Dry Tortugas and puts anglers right in the heart of epic fishing grounds. But, if you're heading out to catch mahi mahi, blackfin tuna or any specific species, make sure to check out our Florida Keys fishing calendar before planning your next trip.
On one side of Duck Key, anglers can easily access the Florida Bay for backcountry fishing. Some of the most sought-after game fish around can be caught here, including Tarpon, Redfish, Bonefish, Permit and Snook.
Boat past the Florida Bay toward the Gulf of Mexico or head east toward the Atlantic Ocean for deep sea fishing in the Florida Keys. Here, anglers will find both light tackle and big game fish like Yellowtail Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Sailfish and Swordfish. Unique to the Keys is daytime swordfishing which is a relatively new technique explained in Saltwater Sportman.
Cast your line with Hawks Cay fishing charters for a chance to reel in offshore and backcountry fish species in the Florida Keys.
Duck Key, home to Hawks Cay Resort and Marina is just a cast away from the Florida Bay, Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean. Professional anglers and recreational fishermen alike catch their limits fishing the flats, backcountry, inlets and ocean all year long. Head out on a Live2Fish board or take off with a skilled fishing guide for deep sea fishing. Whether you want to throw out a line for bonefish or fly cast on the coast, our Florida Keys sport fishing charters will be at Hawks Cay Marina ready to take you on an unforgettable fishing trip.
Discover the best marina in the Keys and the only one attached to a full-service resort with five on-property restaurants from casual to fine dining, a world-class spa, five pools and Tiki Beach. So, in the off chance you are traveling with someone who doesn’t want to fish (crazy right?!) there is plenty of fun for everyone to enjoy.
We aren’t just saying Hawks Cay is famous for fishing, it’s official. If you’ve ever watched the Saltwater Experience TV show, you’ve seen the epic fishing at Hawks Cay. The well-known fishing series is filmed right here on property. You might even catch a chance to see Tom, Rich and the Saltwater Experience film crew swapping some stories on the deck at Angler & Ale.
But that’s not the only fishing show filmed at Hawks Cay Resort. We are also home of Into the Blue with hosts Steve and Scott. Having two fishing shows filmed out of your marina is a pretty good endorsement of our fisherman's paradise.
We’ve put together some fishing vacation offers for anglers looking to hook a good time at a great value. Check out our special offers page for the best deal for your Florida fishing vacation. If you aren’t bringing your boat, be sure to check out our fishing charters. Our knowledgeable, professional fishing captains know the waters off the Florida Keys like nobody else and will expertly guide you whether you are looking to fish inshore or offshore.
Whatever you’re looking to chase, however you wanna go after it, the weather’s warm and the fish are always biting in the heart of Florida’s fishing capital!
captain: David Jensen
size: 45'
max_people: 6
category: Offshore
Specialties:
Blackfin
Grouper
Big Game
Mahi Mahi
captain: Brandon Simmons
size: 44’
max_people: 6
category: Offshore
Specialties:
Mahi Mahi
Grouper
Blackfin
Swordfish
Big Game
captain: Dave Perry
size: 38'
max_people: 6
category: Offshore
Specialties:
Blackfin
Grouper
Mahi Mahi
Big Game
captain: Andrew Hall
size: 35'
max_people: 6
category: Offshore/Center Console
Specialties:
Blackfin
Grouper
Mahi Mahi
Big Game
captain: Mike Lewis
size: 33'
max_people: 4
category: Offshore/Center Console
Specialties:
Blackfin
Grouper
Mahi Mahi
Big Game
Light Tackle
Cobia
captain: Mike Macko
size: 26'
max_people: 4
category: Backcountry/Flats
Specialties:
Mahi Mahi
Snook
Swordfish
Tarpon
Cobia
Big Game
Blackfin
Grouper
captain: Jeff Malone
size: 25ft
max_people: 4
category: Backcountry/Flats/Everglades/Fly/Spin
Specialties:
Bonefish
Snook
Tarpon
captain: Captain Taylor Nelson, Managing Captain Jeff Malone
size: 21’
max_people: 4
category: Backcountry/Flats
Specialties:
Bonefish
Snook
Tarpon
captain: Anthony Vargas
size: 24'
max_people: 4
category: Backcountry/Flats
Specialties:
Tarpon
Snook
Bonefish