Reel Smoker 

4.9/5 (97 reviews)
 
State licensed
 U.S. Highway 1, Stock Island, FL 33040, United States

Reel Smoker 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (97)
 Angler's Choice
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U.S. Highway 1
Stock Island, FL, United States
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Key West is home to a wide range of gorgeous fish species that are just waiting for the right angler to show up and give them a proper fight. Reel Smoker is here to give you just that – Captain John Jr. has fished this area his whole life and is keen to show you the hottest spots and put you on the best bite.

Join him aboard their brand new, 2023 30 center console, made by conch boats at R&R Boatworks. She's powered by two 450 HP Mercury engines, that allows the boat to travel at a maximum cruising speed of 40 mph She's spacious and allows for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort, without tangling lines. A live bait well will keep your bait alive and kicking, so you can just focus on the fishing. If the sun gets a bit too hot, the t-top will provide shade.

Captain John Jackson Jr. will take you after a wide range of excellent fish in this area. You can target Amberjacks, Cobias, Barracuda, Jack Crevalles, Kingfish, Permits, Snappers, Groupers, Sharks, Tarpon, and many other species. To land these big boys you can try several different techniques, like spinning, bottom fishing, and drift fishing, all while using light or heavy tackle.

The Silver King is one of the stars of the show with Reel Smoker and it can be targeted year-round, however, the best fishing for Tarpon in this area is between March and July.

Live bait is either prepared before you arrive or caught during the trip, but always included in the price. All rods, reels, and tackle needed will be provided by the captain. There's no minimum age for kids with Reel Smoker and anglers of all ages and skill levels are invited to join them on this exciting fishing adventure!i

Key West is home to a wide range of gorgeous fish species that are just waiting for the right angler to show up and give them a proper fight. Reel Smoker is here to give you just that – Captain John Jr. has fished this area his whole life and is keen to show you the hottest spots and put you on the best bite.

Join him aboard their brand new, 2023 30 center console, made by conch boats at R&R Boatworks. She's powered by two 450 HP Mercury engines, that allows the boat to travel at a maximum cruising speed of 40 mph She's spacious and allows for up to 6 anglers to fish in comfort, without tangling lines. A live bait well will keep your bait alive and kicking, so you can just focus on the fishing. If the sun gets a bit too hot, the t-top will provide shade.

Captain John Jackson Jr. will take you after a wide range of excellent fish in this area. You can target Amberjacks, Cobias, Barracuda, Jack Crevalles, Kingfish, Permits, Snappers, Groupers, Sharks, Tarpon, and many other species. To land these big boys you can try several different techniques, like spinning, bottom fishing, and drift fishing, all while using light or heavy tackle.

The Silver King is one of the stars of the show with Reel Smoker and it can be targeted year-round, however, the best fishing for Tarpon in this area is between March and July.

Live bait is either prepared before you arrive or caught during the trip, but always included in the price. All rods, reels, and tackle needed will be provided by the captain. There's no minimum age for kids with Reel Smoker and anglers of all ages and skill levels are invited to join them on this exciting fishing adventure!i

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Rating

4.9
97 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (90)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

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Ross Finney
Ross Finney
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Alabama, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
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Captain Zac killed it!
4 Hour Trip - Sunset Tarpon on May 18, 20262 adults
Had a great trip with Capt. Zac. Tarpon weren’t really around like we hoped, but he still kept us on fish all day and put us on sharks, barracuda, and snapper, and we even ended up getting on some tarpon toward the end of the trip. He was super laid back, friendly, and really knew his stuff. He did a great job working with both me, someone with a lot of fishing experience, and my girlfriend who’s pretty new to fishing, and made sure we both had a good time. Would definitely recommend booking with him.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mangrove Snapper
Tarpon
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
thanks for the great review Ross
Mike Kennet
Mike Kennet
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Great day at the Marquesas
Full Day Trip - Marquesas on July 8, 20254 adults1 child
Captain David took us to the marquesas where we started the day inshore catching barracuda. Then We headed out to the reef for snapper. And then offshore for amberjack. And got a Bonito on the way to the amberjack spot. Sharks hit us hard out there but we managed to get one AJ in the boat. Then finished the day out back at the reef for snapper and sharks. We had 3 teenagers with us and everyone had a great time. Thanks captain David!
Response from Captain
July 11, 2025
thanks for the great review Mike
Jeff Hornischer
Jeff Hornischer
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
May fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 20262 adults
Response from Captain
May 17, 2026
thanks for the great review Jeff
Charles Williford
Charles Williford
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 3, 20255 adults
Captain was knowledgeable and very very engaged. He took the time to explain extra to my 2 boys. We caught a lot a of fish,
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
July 4, 2025
thanks for the great review Charles
Mary Gaskins
Mary Gaskins
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 20254 adults
Response from Captain
June 28, 2025
thanks for the great review Mary

Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Half Day Trip (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip - Sunset Tarpon
4 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip - Marquesas
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Split Full Day Trip - Tarpon
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
97 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (90)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (97)

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Showing 15 of 97 reviews
Ross Finney
Ross Finney
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Zac killed it!
4 Hour Trip - Sunset Tarpon on May 18, 20262 adults
Had a great trip with Capt. Zac. Tarpon weren’t really around like we hoped, but he still kept us on fish all day and put us on sharks, barracuda, and snapper, and we even ended up getting on some tarpon toward the end of the trip. He was super laid back, friendly, and really knew his stuff. He did a great job working with both me, someone with a lot of fishing experience, and my girlfriend who’s pretty new to fishing, and made sure we both had a good time. Would definitely recommend booking with him.
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
Mangrove Snapper
Tarpon
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
thanks for the great review Ross
Mike Kennet
Mike Kennet
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Great day at the Marquesas
Full Day Trip - Marquesas on July 8, 20254 adults1 child
Captain David took us to the marquesas where we started the day inshore catching barracuda. Then We headed out to the reef for snapper. And then offshore for amberjack. And got a Bonito on the way to the amberjack spot. Sharks hit us hard out there but we managed to get one AJ in the boat. Then finished the day out back at the reef for snapper and sharks. We had 3 teenagers with us and everyone had a great time. Thanks captain David!
Response from Captain
July 11, 2025
thanks for the great review Mike
Jeff Hornischer
Jeff Hornischer
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
May fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on May 15, 20262 adults
Response from Captain
May 17, 2026
thanks for the great review Jeff
Charles Williford
Charles Williford
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 3, 20255 adults
Captain was knowledgeable and very very engaged. He took the time to explain extra to my 2 boys. We caught a lot a of fish,
Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Response from Captain
July 4, 2025
thanks for the great review Charles
Mary Gaskins
Mary Gaskins
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with John
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 20254 adults
Response from Captain
June 28, 2025
thanks for the great review Mary

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Conch
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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