DREAM STATE CHARTERS 

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State licensed
 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL 33037, United States

DREAM STATE CHARTERS 

 
State licensed
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Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL, United States
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Fish the productive waters of the Upper Florida Keys and Biscayne Bay with Captain Kevin Cornell, born and raised locally and dialed into the inshore Waters, Everglades Backcountry, and Reef / Reef Edge Systems year-round.

We prioritize Inshore, Reef & Backcountry fishing first, keeping runs short and lines tight.  On weather permitting days we may venture past the reef edge or into the Gulf for a chance at larger game.

🎣 Key Largo Inshore & Backcountry

Target:

Snook

Tarpon

Redfish

Spotted Seatrout

Goliath and Gag Grouper

Mangrove Snapper

Jack Crevalle

Permit

Bonefish

Tripletail

🌊 Key Largo Reefs & Reef Edge

Short runs to the reef for:

Yellowtail Snapper

Mutton Snapper

Mangrove Snapper

Black & Red Grouper

Goliath Grouper

Kingfish

African Pompano

🔵 Seasonal Offshore (Weather Dependent)

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Blackfin Tuna

Wahoo

Sailfish

Techniques include spin fishing, sight-fishing, drifting, jigging, trolling, and bottom fishing based on conditions and season.

The Boat

17' Center Console | Up to 4 passengers
Perfect for shallow water / Backcountry Creek access and reef structure.

What's Included

✔ Rods, reels, tackle & lures
✔ Live bait (as available)
✔ Fishing license covered
✔ Bottled Ice Water onboard

Bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses (polarized if possible), Drinks, and snacks. Kids welcome. Alcohol allowed in moderation (no glass, no hard liquor).

If you're looking for a true Local fishing charter focused on productive inshore, backcountry and reef fishing, Dream State Charters puts you on fish — not long boat rides.

Book today and get tight!

Fish the productive waters of the Upper Florida Keys and Biscayne Bay with Captain Kevin Cornell, born and raised locally and dialed into the inshore Waters, Everglades Backcountry, and Reef / Reef Edge Systems year-round.

We prioritize Inshore, Reef & Backcountry fishing first, keeping runs short and lines tight.  On weather permitting days we may venture past the reef edge or into the Gulf for a chance at larger game.

🎣 Key Largo Inshore & Backcountry

Target:

Snook

Tarpon

Redfish

Spotted Seatrout

Goliath and Gag Grouper

Mangrove Snapper

Jack Crevalle

Permit

Bonefish

Tripletail

🌊 Key Largo Reefs & Reef Edge

Short runs to the reef for:

Yellowtail Snapper

Mutton Snapper

Mangrove Snapper

Black & Red Grouper

Goliath Grouper

Kingfish

African Pompano

🔵 Seasonal Offshore (Weather Dependent)

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Blackfin Tuna

Wahoo

Sailfish

Techniques include spin fishing, sight-fishing, drifting, jigging, trolling, and bottom fishing based on conditions and season.

The Boat

17' Center Console | Up to 4 passengers
Perfect for shallow water / Backcountry Creek access and reef structure.

What's Included

✔ Rods, reels, tackle & lures
✔ Live bait (as available)
✔ Fishing license covered
✔ Bottled Ice Water onboard

Bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses (polarized if possible), Drinks, and snacks. Kids welcome. Alcohol allowed in moderation (no glass, no hard liquor).

If you're looking for a true Local fishing charter focused on productive inshore, backcountry and reef fishing, Dream State Charters puts you on fish — not long boat rides.

Book today and get tight!

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Rating

5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jeremy Kent
Jeremy Kent
Repeat angler
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Georgia, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
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Best fishing trip we've had in a long time!
EVERGLADES PEACOCK BASS ADVENTURE! on May 28, 20262 adults
Kevin was amazing! Got us on the fish! Even though the weather didn't cooperate at first, Kevin hung in there and got us on plenty of fish. Would highly recommended booking with him. We will definitely be a repeat customer.
Reported catch:
Tarpon
Peacock Bass
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
May 29, 2026
Very much appreciate you! You and Kaleb were a joy to be around. Father and son time out there is something special and you guys made the most of it. Hope to have you guys again soon!
Jakob Geyfman
Jakob Geyfman
Member since 2026
0
5.0
New
Half day with Captain Kevin
HALF DAY BACKCOUNTRY TRIP (AM) 4 HR on May 20, 2026
Great time this morning with Captain Kevin with lots of fun conversations and we learned a lot from a great fisherman. Went to the right spots but didn’t catch a ton of fish but Kevin still gave us a great time!
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Goliath Grouper
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
Thanks for coming out. Had a blast with you 3! Sometimes its quality over quantity! ;) Glad to have at least gotten you guys on a few good ones despite the wind.
Michael Edwards
Michael Edwards
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
we had a good time
HALF DAY BACKCOUNTRY TRIP (AM) 4 HR on May 18, 20262 adults
great guy very friendly and tried very hard to put us on fish
Response from Captain
May 18, 2026
Thanks Mike! It was a pleasure. Glad you and Gale had a good time. Hope to fish with you again.

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Rating

5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (17)

All reviews (3)

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Jeremy Kent
Jeremy Kent
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Best fishing trip we've had in a long time!
EVERGLADES PEACOCK BASS ADVENTURE! on May 28, 20262 adults
Kevin was amazing! Got us on the fish! Even though the weather didn't cooperate at first, Kevin hung in there and got us on plenty of fish. Would highly recommended booking with him. We will definitely be a repeat customer.
Reported catch:
Tarpon
Peacock Bass
Largemouth Bass
Response from Captain
May 29, 2026
Very much appreciate you! You and Kaleb were a joy to be around. Father and son time out there is something special and you guys made the most of it. Hope to have you guys again soon!
Jakob Geyfman
Jakob Geyfman
Member since 2026
0
5.0
New
Half day with Captain Kevin
HALF DAY BACKCOUNTRY TRIP (AM) 4 HR on May 20, 2026
Great time this morning with Captain Kevin with lots of fun conversations and we learned a lot from a great fisherman. Went to the right spots but didn’t catch a ton of fish but Kevin still gave us a great time!
Reported catch:
Snook
Mangrove Snapper
Goliath Grouper
Response from Captain
May 20, 2026
Thanks for coming out. Had a blast with you 3! Sometimes its quality over quantity! ;) Glad to have at least gotten you guys on a few good ones despite the wind.
Michael Edwards
Michael Edwards
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
we had a good time
HALF DAY BACKCOUNTRY TRIP (AM) 4 HR on May 18, 20262 adults
great guy very friendly and tried very hard to put us on fish
Response from Captain
May 18, 2026
Thanks Mike! It was a pleasure. Glad you and Gale had a good time. Hope to fish with you again.

FAQs about DREAM STATE CHARTERS

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
1996
Boat manufacturer
BOSTON WHALER
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
YAMAHA
Powered by
1 x 130HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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