Fishing Guides, Charters and Services of the Florida Keys

Lower Keys Backcountry Fishing

Backcountry fishing in the Lower Florida Keys, which includes areas like Sugarloaf Key, Cudjoe Key, Big Pine Key and Stock Island offers anglers a unique and serene experience. This type of fishing is characterized by shallow, calm waters, lush mangroves, and a rich variety of fish species. These waters provide an excellent habitat for many inshore species, making it a popular choice for anglers who enjoy light tackle and fly fishing without the beating. Here’s a comprehensive guide to backcountry fishing in these scenic areas of the Lower Keys.

Lower Keys Backcountry Fishing Guides and Charters

The Lower Keys have a wealth of experienced fishing guides who specialize in backcountry fishing. These guides know the waters, tides, and fish behavior intimately, offering an invaluable advantage to anglers.

Capt. Chris Duncan

Since 1994 Capt. Chris has passionately been fishing the Florida Keys flats. With light tackle and spin fishing techniques Capt. Chris rose to the top of the talent by the late 90’s where he has stayed every since. Chasing fish in shallow waters is what makes his day and it shows. Fun, Friendly and professional.

Call Direct (305) 399-6878
Email – Nativecharterskeywest@gmail.com
www.nativecharterskeywest.com

Dream Catcher Charters

Go backcountry fishing in with the professional fishing guides at Dream Catcher Charters. State of the art bay boats and equipment that is meticulously maintained for you to have your best day fishing. 4, 6 and 8 hour fishing charters for up to 4 persons. Located on Stock Island.

Call Us Direct 305-292-7212
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info@dreamcatchercharters.com
www.dreamcatchercharters.com

More About Lower Keys Backcountry Fishing

The shallow areas are called the ‘flats’ and the deeper areas are called channels. Most of the islands that make up the Florida Keys and Key West backcountry are mangrove islands. These islands don’t actually have much land mass to them so the water passes right through. This whole eco system acts as a huge estuary and are home to an enormous population of little fish waiting to be big fish. Feeding on shrimp, squid, crabs and whatever else comes through in the daily flush of tides. All the while growing up to one day move offshore. Fish the flats or backcountry of the Lower Keys for the predators. trout, redfish, bonefish, tarpon, permit, pompano, spanish mackerel, mutton and mangrove snappers, barracudas and 4 species of sharks. Our professional Lower Keys backcountry and flats fishing guides will take you to them all.

Backcountry Fish Species We Target

Fish the flats or backcountry of the Lower Keys for the predators. trout, redfish, bonefish, tarpon, permit, pompano, spanish mackerel, mutton and mangrove snappers, barracudas and 4 species of sharks. Our professional Lower Keys backcountry and flats fishing guides will take you to them all.

Best Times To Fish

The best time to fish the Lower Keys Backcountry for volume of fish and different species would be the winter. Our cast of species is greatest in the winter from November through May offering anglers that want to catch a bunch of different species an opportunity to do so. Tarpon fishing is also fantastic in the Lower Keys backcountry waters, from April thorough July you can expect Lower Keys tarpon fishing for fish that may reach 100 lbs. From August through November and sometimes into December baby tarpon are a fun thing to focus on for your backcountry fishing adventure in the Lower Florida Keys.

Many of our backcountry fishing guides in the Lower Florida Keys use bay boats and flats boats as the platform of choice when fishing. Bay boats range in size from 21 – 24 ft as they are a little larger than a flats boat and some can carry up to 4 adults. Fishing the backcountry requires no skill level as an angler to be productive. Our guides will show you the way to a successful day of catching species such as sharks, tarpon, trout, redfish, snook, pompano, spanish mackerel, jack crevales, goliath groupers and many many more. Some areas have higher concentrations of one species over another. Check with your local area fishing guide to learn about seasons and potential catches. Also you may reflect to our Species Seasons Page for more information on species of fish and the best area to go to catch them.

Lower Keys Backcountry Fishing Charters

Your guide is an expert fisherman himself and will be able to make the call as to what is best for your day and your group. Backcountry fishing is the most popular way to go fishing in the Lower Florida Keys with it’s diversity and ability to catch so many different species many people chose backcountry fishing simply because it is always calm and no chance of sea sickness. From the avid angler to the little guy catching his first fish backcountry fishing is the way to go for great results and a fun dayBackcountry Fishing charters can be 4, 6 and 8 hours generally. Check with your fishing guides to see about what they offer. Talk with your fishing guide about pricing.

Backcountry Fishing charters can be 4, 6 and 8 hours generally. Check with your fishing guides to see about what they offer. Talk with your fishing guide about pricing.

Specialty Backcountry Fishing

Shark Fishing is a great way to enjoy the day backcountry fishing the Lower Florida Keys area. Encounter some bull sharks, lemon sharks and black tip sharks that get very large. On the flats the bonnet heads keep things rolling with fast light tackle excitement fun for everyone on board.

Tarpon fishing season runs from April through June and into July Backcountry fishing guides and flats fishing guides get booked up quickly for this fishing season so booking ahead is essential.

Fly fishing charters are also available in the Lower Florida Keys backcountry. Almost all of our backcountry fishing guides offer fly fishing charters as well as light tackle spin fishing. Just ask them they will be happy to set you up.

Bonefishing charters in the backcountry can be done two ways, on a flats boat and on a bay boat. The bay boat is about the only way to get 3 or 4 persons Florida Keys flats fishing for bonefish.

Flats Fishing is a technical way to fish the Lower Florida Keys Backcountry waters. Flats fishing guides of the Lower florida Keys have fished these waters all their lives with their pursuits and perfection of the tides sight fishing for bonefish, tarpon and permit.