Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore 

4.9/5 (196 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Overseas Highway 80500, Islamorada, FL 33036, United States

Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (196)
 Angler's Choice
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Overseas Highway 80500
Islamorada, FL, United States
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Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore and Captain Jeff Beeler welcome you to some great fishing in Florida! He was born and raised in the Islamorada area and has got over 30 years of backcountry and offshore experience. His comfortable center console is great for small parties looking for a hands-on experience. He enjoys Tarpon fishing in the spring and summer months and sailfishing with kites in the fall and winter months. There isn’t much you and he can’t do or catch with this boat, so hop aboard and have a memorable time on the water.

You’ll be fishing from a 25’ Contender center console that can comfortably take up to 3 guests. It uses a 300 HP Suziki engine as well as all the modern GPS, fishfinder, and radio technology for quick and safe movement on the water. There’s also a livewell to supply you with live bait and an ice-box to store your fish and drinks.

You can go after Mahi Mahi, Snapper, Blackfin Tuna, Blacktip Shark, Amberjack, Sailfish, Redfish, and many more. Using light tackle, you can catch by spinning, fly fishing, and even kite fishing. You’re free to choose either to keep your catch and take it home or simply release it back into the water.

Captain Jeff takes care of all the fishing equipment you’ll need as well as licenses. When the trip’s over, he’ll also clean and fillet your catch at no extra cost. Before you depart, just make sure you’ve got some snacks and drinks packed.

Come join Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore and experience a true fishing adventure!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (166)

Great captain, great fishing trip
Best day on the water you could ask for
Best day on the water you could ask for
+163

Angler rating

188
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4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 196 reviews
Showing: 5 of 196 reviews
Bret Belter
Bret Belter
5.0
Verified
New
Best day on the water you could ask for
Half day - Fun Fishing on December 4, 20252 adults
Not many words can describe the day of fishing that Jeff gave us. From our first spot fish were on non stop, almost seemed like cheating. The one thing I was hoping for was to get on a sailfish. From what Jeff was saying it had been slow but he got us on not one but Two sailfish within 30 minutes of each other so not only I could catch one but my wife could too. If I ever come back to the keys I would be more than happy to make the drive to fish woth Jeff again.
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Reported catch:
Sailfish
Yellowtail Snapper
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Phillip Sevadjian
Phillip Sevadjian
5.0
Verified
New
Great fishing trip with a great captain guide.
Half day - Fun Fishing on November 12, 20252 adults
Met up with Jeff as planned. Jeff had stayed in contact updating us about the weather, fishing conditions and fish in the area. Great boat, well kept, clean and organized. We left the dock at 7:00am as planned and started fishing after approximately 40 minutes. Both of us caught fish at every cast. It was very good. Four hours went by very quickly, with lots of catches. I recommend Jeff for your next fishing expedition any day.
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Jill Cremer
Jill Cremer
5.0
Verified
New
Great captain, great fishing trip
Half day - Fun Fishing on December 6, 20252 adults
Great day with Captain Jeff. His experience in these waters is immense and we had a great time. We accomplished what we had hoped in a half day charter. We had a great time in beautiful water and were busy casting and pulling in fish the whole time. We pulled in grouper, mutton snapper and yellowtail and had them cooked in a delicious lunch at Lazy Days (recommended by captain Jeff)
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Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
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Mike Gorreck
Mike Gorreck
5.0
Verified
New
Look no further - go with CPT Jeff
3/4 Day Tarpon Fishing on November 25, 20253 adults
My teenage boys and I went for a 3/4 day trip with CPT Jeff Beeler. To say we had an awesome time doesn’t do it justice. Hands down the best fishing trip we’ve taken! CPT Jeff was the perfect host, personable, the consummate teacher, and true fish whisperer. He promised an excellent day of fishing and over delivered.
Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
0
Alejandro Pereira
Alejandro Pereira
5.0
Verified
Stress Free Fishing
Reef and patch fishing on October 29, 20252 adults
I had an amazing time on the water with Captain Beeler! We were catching fish almost the entire trip, and he made everything completely stress-free and enjoyable. The captain was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly knew where to find the fish. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, successful, and relaxing fishing experience. Can’t wait to go again !
Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
0

Trip availability and prices

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Half day - Fun Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Sailfishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Reef and patch fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $650
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Reef and Patch
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day – fun fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Everglades/Backcountry
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full day Mahi Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip – Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip—Live Bait Sailfishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Mar 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (166)

Great captain, great fishing trip
Best day on the water you could ask for
Best day on the water you could ask for
+163

Angler rating

188
4
4
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

94%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 196 reviews
Showing: 5 of 196 reviews
Bret Belter
Bret Belter
5.0
Verified
New
Best day on the water you could ask for
Half day - Fun Fishing on December 4, 20252 adults
Not many words can describe the day of fishing that Jeff gave us. From our first spot fish were on non stop, almost seemed like cheating. The one thing I was hoping for was to get on a sailfish. From what Jeff was saying it had been slow but he got us on not one but Two sailfish within 30 minutes of each other so not only I could catch one but my wife could too. If I ever come back to the keys I would be more than happy to make the drive to fish woth Jeff again.
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Reported catch:
Sailfish
Yellowtail Snapper
0
Phillip Sevadjian
Phillip Sevadjian
5.0
Verified
New
Great fishing trip with a great captain guide.
Half day - Fun Fishing on November 12, 20252 adults
Met up with Jeff as planned. Jeff had stayed in contact updating us about the weather, fishing conditions and fish in the area. Great boat, well kept, clean and organized. We left the dock at 7:00am as planned and started fishing after approximately 40 minutes. Both of us caught fish at every cast. It was very good. Four hours went by very quickly, with lots of catches. I recommend Jeff for your next fishing expedition any day.
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Jill Cremer
Jill Cremer
5.0
Verified
New
Great captain, great fishing trip
Half day - Fun Fishing on December 6, 20252 adults
Great day with Captain Jeff. His experience in these waters is immense and we had a great time. We accomplished what we had hoped in a half day charter. We had a great time in beautiful water and were busy casting and pulling in fish the whole time. We pulled in grouper, mutton snapper and yellowtail and had them cooked in a delicious lunch at Lazy Days (recommended by captain Jeff)
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
0
Mike Gorreck
Mike Gorreck
5.0
Verified
New
Look no further - go with CPT Jeff
3/4 Day Tarpon Fishing on November 25, 20253 adults
My teenage boys and I went for a 3/4 day trip with CPT Jeff Beeler. To say we had an awesome time doesn’t do it justice. Hands down the best fishing trip we’ve taken! CPT Jeff was the perfect host, personable, the consummate teacher, and true fish whisperer. He promised an excellent day of fishing and over delivered.
Reported catch:
Yellowtail Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
0
Alejandro Pereira
Alejandro Pereira
5.0
Verified
Stress Free Fishing
Reef and patch fishing on October 29, 20252 adults
I had an amazing time on the water with Captain Beeler! We were catching fish almost the entire trip, and he made everything completely stress-free and enjoyable. The captain was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly knew where to find the fish. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, successful, and relaxing fishing experience. Can’t wait to go again !
Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
0

FAQs about Islamorada Backcountry & Offshore

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Contender
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suziki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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