Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest 

4.8/5 (126 reviews)
 7001 Shrimp Road, Stock Island, FL 33040, United States
4.8/5 (126 reviews)
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7001 Shrimp Road
Stock Island, FL, United States

If you want to experience the true magnificence of Key West’s incredible fishing grounds, come aboard Blind Squirrel Charters and get ready for an unforgettable angling adventure! Captain Mike Weinhofer has used his years of fishing knowledge to develop a special technique that means each guest gets a fully “hands-on” experience. As well as this, he also offers a huge range of trips that target some seriously desirable fisheries.

Capt. Mike is a lifelong angler who always knew that he’d grow up to become a Key West fisherman – in fact, at the age of 7, he told his dad it was his biggest dream! Over 38 years ago, he made this dream come true and began chartering his own boat. This turned into a successful business, and he now runs year-round angling trips. Whether you’re looking for a quick morning adventure, or want to spend days at sea, there’s something for you!

Capt. Mike’s 63’ custom-built boat, “The Blind Squirrel,” is a vessel to be proud of. She was purpose-built to tackle a variety of waters, and to provide a smooth and safe journey for up to 41 guests, with room to fish all around the deck. She’s fully air-conditioned with 12 bunks and has a large salon for shade and relaxation. You’ll also find top-notch navigational and safety gear on board. Your captain says it best: “She is set up to fish, and does it well!”

“The Blind Squirrel” is the only boat in Key West that’s licensed to head offshore with 6+ guests. If you’ve always wanted to battle world-famous big game fish alongside your family and friends, she’s the one for you! You’ll have the chance to hook Mahi Mahi, Blue Marlin, and more, as well as deep-dropping around reefs for Grouper and Snapper. Your captain will have you hooking your own fish, casting your own bait, and learning to tie knots.

Your trip includes top-notch rods and reels, and a fishing license. Grab your favorite snacks and a cooler for all the fish you catch – with Blind Squirrel Charters’ huge success rates, you’ll need it!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 126 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (156)

Fishing with Mike
Fishing with Mike
Fishing with Mike
+153

Angler rating

107
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4
2
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

87%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

91%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

84%

Showing 1 - 5 of 126 reviews
Showing: 5 of 126 reviews
Tyler C.
Tyler C.
5.0/5

Aug 10, 2024

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Best experience in Key West

VERIFIED

Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating the region. Mike and his crew-mates (Chase and Cole) were enthusiastic and entertaining with our group. They provided an above and beyond experience during our 6 hour trip, felt like one of the boys. We caught a decent amount of yellow snapper during reef fishing and even saw a huge shark.. Cole and Chase were very friendly with Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating the region. Mike and his crewmate Chase and Cole were enthusiastic and entertaining with our group felt like one of the boys. We caught a decent amount of yellow snapper during reef fishing and even seen a huge shark.. Cole and Chase were very friendly with recommendations and pointers to better reel in the fish. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Key west area. Blind Squirrel Charters even got some sick merchandise to purchase to remember this once in a lifetime experience!! Cannot wait to visit Key West again and book another charter with this knowledgeable and outstanding group of men Yours truly -Billy Bob

Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating...  

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 Tyler C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
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 Tyler C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 14, 2024
Bob is was great having you out on the Blind Squirrel. Hope you get back to Key Weat soon.

Matthew C.
Matthew C.
5.0/5

Aug 24, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM)

Found my Nut

VERIFIED

Awesome experience, fishing with the squirrels. Party of 9 for a bachelor party, most of our first time fishing like this. Mike and the crew were fun, serious, direct with instructions and great conversation. Cole and Chase knocked it out of the park, with guiding us into catching multiple barracuda. Not the intended species but they worked hard to give us the best trip regardless of which fish were biting. Great weather was just a plus. Would definitely book with them again

Awesome experience, fishing with the squirrels. Party of 9 for a bachelor party, most of our first time fishing like this. Mike...  

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 Matthew C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
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 Matthew C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 25, 2024
Thanks so much for coming out You guys were a blast

Jimmy F.
Jimmy F.
5.0/5

Jul 19, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Awesome!!

VERIFIED
NEW

We have booked this same boat for 2 years now! Captain and crew are always great and put us on fish!! Thank you my family really enjoyed it!! See you next year.

We have booked this same boat for 2 years now! Captain and crew are always great and put us on fish!! Thank you my family really...  

Captain replied
 Jimmy F. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
 Jimmy F. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 21, 2025
Looking forward to it you guys are fun Take care

Daniel L.
Daniel L.
5.0/5

Apr 3, 2025

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Pinch me

VERIFIED

Had 7 guys down for a fishing trip. Needed a big boat so we didn’t have to split up. Captain Mike and the Blind Squirrel crew came through. Rough waters handled like the pros they are. Caught plenty of yellowtail, mahi and cero mackerel. Great trip.

Had 7 guys down for a fishing trip. Needed a big boat so we didn’t have to split up. Captain Mike and the Blind Squirrel crew...  

Captain replied
 Daniel L. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
 Daniel L. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 4, 2025
Thanks for coming out It was a fun group Hope we see ya again soon

Connor C.
Connor C.
5.0/5

Apr 27, 2025

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Absolutely phenomenal

VERIFIED

Mike, Cole, and Presley were absolutely phenomenal. We had a mixed group experience-wise and these guys did everything they could to make sure we brought in a ton of fish, which we did! Cannot imagine a better crew and could not recommend more highly!

Mike, Cole, and Presley were absolutely phenomenal. We had a mixed group experience-wise and these guys did everything they could...  

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 Connor C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
 Connor C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 27, 2025
Thanks for coming out You guys were a lot of fun And fish liked us today Free boats rides for the fishes

Trip availability and prices

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US $1,850 
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US $2,150 
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US $2,650 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 126 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (156)

Fishing with Mike
Fishing with Mike
Fishing with Mike
+153

Angler rating

107
8
4
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

87%

Appropriate for children

88%

Friendly captain

91%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

84%

Showing 1 - 5 of 126 reviews
Showing: 5 of 126 reviews
Tyler C.
Tyler C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best experience in Key West

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 10, 2024

Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating the region. Mike and his crew-mates (Chase and Cole) were enthusiastic and entertaining with our group. They provided an above and beyond experience during our 6 hour trip, felt like one of the boys. We caught a decent amount of yellow snapper during reef fishing and even saw a huge shark.. Cole and Chase were very friendly with Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating the region. Mike and his crewmate Chase and Cole were enthusiastic and entertaining with our group felt like one of the boys. We caught a decent amount of yellow snapper during reef fishing and even seen a huge shark.. Cole and Chase were very friendly with recommendations and pointers to better reel in the fish. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting the Key west area. Blind Squirrel Charters even got some sick merchandise to purchase to remember this once in a lifetime experience!! Cannot wait to visit Key West again and book another charter with this knowledgeable and outstanding group of men Yours truly -Billy Bob

Great time this past weekend with Blind Squirrel Charters. Captain Mike is a knowledgeable captain with the expertise in navigating the region. Mike and his crew-mates (Chase and Cole) were enthusiastic and entertaining with our group. They provided an above and beyond experience during our 6 hour trip, felt like one of the boys. We caught a decent amount of yellow snapper during reef fishing and even saw a huge shark.. Cole and Chase were very friendly with Great time this past weekend with...  

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 Tyler C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 14, 2024
Bob is was great having you out on the Blind Squirrel. Hope you get back to Key Weat soon.

Matthew C.
Matthew C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Found my Nut

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on August 24, 2024

Awesome experience, fishing with the squirrels. Party of 9 for a bachelor party, most of our first time fishing like this. Mike and the crew were fun, serious, direct with instructions and great conversation. Cole and Chase knocked it out of the park, with guiding us into catching multiple barracuda. Not the intended species but they worked hard to give us the best trip regardless of which fish were biting. Great weather was just a plus. Would definitely book with them again

Awesome experience, fishing with the squirrels. Party of 9 for a bachelor party, most of our first time fishing like this. Mike and the crew were fun, serious, direct with instructions and great conversation. Cole and Chase knocked it out of the park, with guiding us into catching multiple barracuda. Not the intended species but they worked hard to give us the best trip regardless of which fish were biting. Great weather was just a plus. Would definitely book with them again  

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 Matthew C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 25, 2024
Thanks so much for coming out You guys were a blast

Jimmy F.
Jimmy F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome!!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2025

We have booked this same boat for 2 years now! Captain and crew are always great and put us on fish!! Thank you my family really enjoyed it!! See you next year.

We have booked this same boat for 2 years now! Captain and crew are always great and put us on fish!! Thank you my family really enjoyed it!! See you next year.  

 Jimmy F. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 21, 2025
Looking forward to it you guys are fun Take care

Daniel L.
Daniel L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Pinch me

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on April 3, 2025

Had 7 guys down for a fishing trip. Needed a big boat so we didn’t have to split up. Captain Mike and the Blind Squirrel crew came through. Rough waters handled like the pros they are. Caught plenty of yellowtail, mahi and cero mackerel. Great trip.

Had 7 guys down for a fishing trip. Needed a big boat so we didn’t have to split up. Captain Mike and the Blind Squirrel crew came through. Rough waters handled like the pros they are. Caught plenty of yellowtail, mahi and cero mackerel. Great trip.  

 Daniel L. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 4, 2025
Thanks for coming out It was a fun group Hope we see ya again soon

Connor C.
Connor C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Absolutely phenomenal

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on April 27, 2025

Mike, Cole, and Presley were absolutely phenomenal. We had a mixed group experience-wise and these guys did everything they could to make sure we brought in a ton of fish, which we did! Cannot imagine a better crew and could not recommend more highly!

Mike, Cole, and Presley were absolutely phenomenal. We had a mixed group experience-wise and these guys did everything they could to make sure we brought in a ton of fish, which we did! Cannot imagine a better crew and could not recommend more highly!  

Review media 0
 Connor C. recommends Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 27, 2025
Thanks for coming out You guys were a lot of fun And fish liked us today Free boats rides for the fishes

FAQs about Blind Squirrel Charters Key Wests Largest

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
41 persons
Boat length
63 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Custom Built
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Mtu
Powered by
2 x 980HP
Max cruising speed
23.7 knots
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