Talking Dog Fishing Key West
5.0/5 (48 reviews)
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5710 U.S. Route 1, Stock Island, FL 33040, United States–
Talking Dog Fishing Key West
State licensed
5.0/5 (48)
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5710 U.S. Route 1
Stock Island, FL, United States
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Capt. Todd specializes in fishing the lower keys for sharks and tarpon.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Jack Crevalle, Bull Shark, Mutton Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Tarpon, Grunt, Bonnethead Shark, and lots of other toothy critters.
On these trips, you can expect to catch sharks and tarpon, and get into the fish as well.
The vessel is a 22' Pathfinder Tournament Edition fully rigged to fish.
Capacity is UP TO 4 passengers.
It is fully equipped with a cooler, ice, and fishing licenses are covered.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray preferably). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Capt. Todd specializes in fishing the lower keys for sharks and tarpon.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Jack Crevalle, Bull Shark, Mutton Snapper, Blacktip Shark, Mangrove Snapper, Nurse Shark, Great Barracuda, Tarpon, Grunt, Bonnethead Shark, and lots of other toothy critters.
On these trips, you can expect to catch sharks and tarpon, and get into the fish as well.
The vessel is a 22' Pathfinder Tournament Edition fully rigged to fish.
Capacity is UP TO 4 passengers.
It is fully equipped with a cooler, ice, and fishing licenses are covered.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
A few items to bring include sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray preferably). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Rating
5.0
48 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (92)
What anglers say
100%
Great experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
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Caught fish
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Bruce Stevens
Repeat angler
Chicago, IL, US
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Member since 2019
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4 trips
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5.0
Verified
New
greay afternoon and evening.
PM 4 Hour Tarpon Trip Key West on May 27, 2026 • 2 adults
Captain Todd asked if we could move the schedule later so we could have a chance to catch tarpon at sunset, which was great for us. Then he extended the time to give us an even better shot. We caught 2 large sharks and several other small fish, including a very nice Mangrove snapper to take with us, but only one tarpon, deigned to take our live bait and hopped off the line quickly. i hope to come back and fish with Todd again so I get my tarpon.
Patrick O'Connor
Florida, US
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Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Outstanding day with Capt. Todd!
AM Shark - 9 AM -4 Hr Shark Fishing on April 20, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
Sharks were the goal, and sharks were what we found! Captain Todd did a great job of getting us on consistent action. The meetup location was easy to find, the boat was excellent, and the gear was perfect for what we were targeting. We landed 3 different species of sharks and both of the kids in our party can now say they reeled in something bigger than themselves! What really stood out to me beyond the excitement and adrenaline of reeling in big sharks was how Captain Todd kept the kids engaged the whole time. Our trip had a short period of slack tide where the sharks weren’t cooperating… instead of sitting around waiting he rigged up some light tackle rods and the kids really enjoyed keeping the rods bent by catching some extra live bait as well as some snapper and mackeral. If you’re looking for a fun family trip in Key west, with a chance to catch some really remarkable sharks, Captain Todd is definitely your guy!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
April 27, 2026
You have some incredible junior anglers Patrick. Thanks again for booking, and taking the time to leave a nice review. The kids were great, and handled the sharks like champions. I have no doubt they'll be on the big tarpon in no time.
Darrick Bruns
Repeat angler
California, US
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Member since 2024
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3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
One Shark Two Shark
AM Shark - 9 AM -4 Hr Shark Fishing on April 2, 2026 • 2 adults
Capt Todd put us in the right spot not once but twice. I caught two sharks in our first spot. We moved to a second spot at my request to catch some snapper and we did! Capt said his group the day before caught a lemon shark in this location so we threw out a couple of lines. As my wife was pulling in the snapper, I was busy with sharks taking our bait and running. We had three big bites, one biting through our steel leader and the other two snapping the 250 pound test line. They were exciting fights but that’s how the fish floats in the sport of shark fishing. The two sharks I did catch and land were amazing creatures to hold for a minute and then release and watch them slowly swim away into the deep blue. Being from the midwest, this was the experience of a lifetime—all brought to me by Capt Todd of Talking Dog Fishing of Key West.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
April 9, 2026
It was great to spend time with you and hear your story Darrick. I will definitely send along some fish photos, and be thinking of you. You did an amazing job fighting those fish, and Kim did awesome sticking out some tough weather so you could get on the fish. Very glad we got out there to do it, and I hope you had a great rest of your trip.
Bruce Malicoat
Michigan, US
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Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water!!
Sunset 2 Hr Key West Fishing - Fam on March 13, 2026 • 2 adults
Recently my wife and I booked a fishing trip with Captain Todd. I’ve been out on several trips with different Captains around Florida over the years. This trip was great in many different ways. Captain Todd had done his homework. We caught some Mutton, Lane, Mangrove and Yellow Tail Snapper and also caught and successfully released a Goliath Grouper. I know the names of these fish because of Captain Todd’s knowledge. There was also the excitement of hooking and releasing a Nurse Shark. I enjoy battling with fish even if I don’t always keep them. But I also enjoy eating them. I’m writing this after just finishing a great meal of Mutton Snapper. We both had a great time, even though my wife doesn’t fish, Captain Todd made sure she had a comfortable place to sit, read and watch a sunset in the front of the boat. We both look forward to going with him again.
Penny Malicoat
Michigan, US
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Member since 2023
0
5.0
Verified
GREAT Day on the Water
Sunset 2 Hr Key West Fishing Intro on March 5, 2026 • 2 adults
We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Captain Todd! From the moment we left the dock, it was clear we were in great hands. His knowledge of fishing, local waters, and techniques is outstanding, and he took the time to explain what we were doing and why — which made the experience even better.
The action did not disappoint! We caught a big nurse shark, some mutton snapper, some lane snapper, some yellow snapper, some mango snapper and two sting rays— what a thrill! Captain Todd knew exactly where to go and how to adjust our approach to keep the bites coming.
Beyond the great fishing, the entire trip was relaxed, fun, and professional. Captain Todd made sure we were comfortable and having a great time. If you’re looking for a memorable fishing charter with someone who truly knows his craft, this is it. We can’t wait to book again! 🎣
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
March 29, 2026
Possibly my favorite person to fish with.
Next time, I might even talk you into catching a few fish.
I love when we get a chance to get out there, and looking forward to the next trip :)
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Sunset 2 Hr Key West Fishing Intro
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $499
Entire boat: 2 people
US $499
Entire boat: 2 people
AM Shark - 9 AM -4 Hr Shark Fishing
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $599
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $599
Entire boat: up to 4 people
PM 4 Hr Goliath Grouper
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
US $599
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $599
Entire boat: up to 4 people
PM 4 Hr Shark - No Shark No Pay
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
US $649
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $649
Entire boat: up to 4 people
9 AM 4 Hr Goliath Grouper
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $699
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $699
Entire boat: up to 4 people
PM 4 Hour Tarpon Trip Key West
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Aug 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $699
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $699
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 AM 4 Hr Shark - No Shark No Pay
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $799
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $799
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hr Mixed Bag - Sharks and Snapper
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $899
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $899
Entire boat: up to 4 people
PM 5 Hour Tarpon - Week Day
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $899
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $899
Entire boat: up to 4 people
PM 5 Hour Tarpon - Weekend
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
US $999
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $999
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating
5.0
48 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (92)
What anglers say
100%
Great experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish
All reviews (48)
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Showing 1 – 5 of 48 reviews
Bruce Stevens
Repeat angler
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2019
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
greay afternoon and evening.
PM 4 Hour Tarpon Trip Key West on May 27, 2026 • 2 adults
Captain Todd asked if we could move the schedule later so we could have a chance to catch tarpon at sunset, which was great for us. Then he extended the time to give us an even better shot. We caught 2 large sharks and several other small fish, including a very nice Mangrove snapper to take with us, but only one tarpon, deigned to take our live bait and hopped off the line quickly. i hope to come back and fish with Todd again so I get my tarpon.
Patrick O'Connor
Florida, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Outstanding day with Capt. Todd!
AM Shark - 9 AM -4 Hr Shark Fishing on April 20, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children
Sharks were the goal, and sharks were what we found! Captain Todd did a great job of getting us on consistent action. The meetup location was easy to find, the boat was excellent, and the gear was perfect for what we were targeting. We landed 3 different species of sharks and both of the kids in our party can now say they reeled in something bigger than themselves! What really stood out to me beyond the excitement and adrenaline of reeling in big sharks was how Captain Todd kept the kids engaged the whole time. Our trip had a short period of slack tide where the sharks weren’t cooperating… instead of sitting around waiting he rigged up some light tackle rods and the kids really enjoyed keeping the rods bent by catching some extra live bait as well as some snapper and mackeral. If you’re looking for a fun family trip in Key west, with a chance to catch some really remarkable sharks, Captain Todd is definitely your guy!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
April 27, 2026
You have some incredible junior anglers Patrick. Thanks again for booking, and taking the time to leave a nice review. The kids were great, and handled the sharks like champions. I have no doubt they'll be on the big tarpon in no time.
Darrick Bruns
Repeat angler
California, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
One Shark Two Shark
AM Shark - 9 AM -4 Hr Shark Fishing on April 2, 2026 • 2 adults
Capt Todd put us in the right spot not once but twice. I caught two sharks in our first spot. We moved to a second spot at my request to catch some snapper and we did! Capt said his group the day before caught a lemon shark in this location so we threw out a couple of lines. As my wife was pulling in the snapper, I was busy with sharks taking our bait and running. We had three big bites, one biting through our steel leader and the other two snapping the 250 pound test line. They were exciting fights but that’s how the fish floats in the sport of shark fishing. The two sharks I did catch and land were amazing creatures to hold for a minute and then release and watch them slowly swim away into the deep blue. Being from the midwest, this was the experience of a lifetime—all brought to me by Capt Todd of Talking Dog Fishing of Key West.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
April 9, 2026
It was great to spend time with you and hear your story Darrick. I will definitely send along some fish photos, and be thinking of you. You did an amazing job fighting those fish, and Kim did awesome sticking out some tough weather so you could get on the fish. Very glad we got out there to do it, and I hope you had a great rest of your trip.
Bruce Malicoat
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water!!
Sunset 2 Hr Key West Fishing - Fam on March 13, 2026 • 2 adults
Recently my wife and I booked a fishing trip with Captain Todd. I’ve been out on several trips with different Captains around Florida over the years. This trip was great in many different ways. Captain Todd had done his homework. We caught some Mutton, Lane, Mangrove and Yellow Tail Snapper and also caught and successfully released a Goliath Grouper. I know the names of these fish because of Captain Todd’s knowledge. There was also the excitement of hooking and releasing a Nurse Shark. I enjoy battling with fish even if I don’t always keep them. But I also enjoy eating them. I’m writing this after just finishing a great meal of Mutton Snapper. We both had a great time, even though my wife doesn’t fish, Captain Todd made sure she had a comfortable place to sit, read and watch a sunset in the front of the boat. We both look forward to going with him again.
Penny Malicoat
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
0
5.0
Verified
GREAT Day on the Water
Sunset 2 Hr Key West Fishing Intro on March 5, 2026 • 2 adults
We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Captain Todd! From the moment we left the dock, it was clear we were in great hands. His knowledge of fishing, local waters, and techniques is outstanding, and he took the time to explain what we were doing and why — which made the experience even better.
The action did not disappoint! We caught a big nurse shark, some mutton snapper, some lane snapper, some yellow snapper, some mango snapper and two sting rays— what a thrill! Captain Todd knew exactly where to go and how to adjust our approach to keep the bites coming.
Beyond the great fishing, the entire trip was relaxed, fun, and professional. Captain Todd made sure we were comfortable and having a great time. If you’re looking for a memorable fishing charter with someone who truly knows his craft, this is it. We can’t wait to book again! 🎣
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
March 29, 2026
Possibly my favorite person to fish with.
Next time, I might even talk you into catching a few fish.
I love when we get a chance to get out there, and looking forward to the next trip :)
FAQs about Talking Dog Fishing Key West
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2018
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots