With winter winds pushing through the Keys, we’re finding consistent action across multiple fishing zones this week. The backcountry basins continue to produce excellent results for anglers working artificial lures, offering that classic Key West variety that keeps rods bent and smiles wide. Captain Justin has been making the most of the windy conditions by tucking into the lee of…
The first cold snap of the year hit Key West this week, temporarily dropping water temperatures to their lowest point of the season. While these conditions initially slowed the bite, the quick-passing front has already allowed waters to return to more typical temperatures, setting up some excellent fishing opportunities in the backcountry basins. The backcountry basins are currently the hot…
Key West Inshore Fishing Report: Post-Hurricane Action Heats Up Greetings, fellow anglers! This is Captain Ryan Carter bringing you the latest inshore fishing report from the beautiful waters of Key West, Florida. Despite the recent challenges posed by Hurricanes Hellene and Milton, I’m thrilled to report that our resilient fishery is bouncing back with vigor. Post-Hurricane Conditions In the wake…
It’s been a busy week of fishing between hurricanes! Capt. Ryan Carter took clients out early last week and hooked four tarpon, a few jacks, and ended the day with a juvenile Goliath Grouper. Meanwhile, Capt. Justin has been getting on the yellow jacks, jack crevalle, snappers, sharks, and barracudas. One of the jacks weighed in at a whopping 20…