DREAM STATE CHARTERS
DREAM STATE CHARTERS
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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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Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (42)
All reviews (24)
At the beginning of the trip, it pored plus high winds. we pulled into a sheltered area and the storm passed. We were onto fish for the rest of the trip. I wore quick drying clothing. basically a synthetic fishing shirt and a bathing suit. He has water but i brought food. I wish I remembered polarized sunglasses. The review part wants extra words before it allows me to post. Because the system is annoying, I will write thoughts about this comment area. This is great fun. I am so glad that i did this. i am really glad that it doesn’t end. I am lucky to experience a system tgat trapped me and won’t just let me be free. i can’t cut the line fast enough.
Thanks for the review! That storm was something else but you prevailed and were rewarded ! Until next time my friend.
I’m sure there are plenty of reviews that most just skim through, but if there is one that you read through, let it be this one. Dream State Charter gave me the fishing experience of a lifetime. We hooked into more fish than I can count, and it was my first time catching even one shark, but we ended up getting 3 to the boat! The price is the most reasonable in the Keys from my personal research, and Captain Kevin is incredibly knowledgeable and fun to fish with. If you are interested in having a genuinely awesome fishing experience while being down here, Dream State Charter is the boat to go with! You will not regret an experience through them.
Thanks so much! God bless you. Great time indeed! I will not soon forget the Tarpon throwing that bait, seeing it land on a monster Cuda and then watching him almost peel off all the line!💥 😂 Thats the intensity every angler lives for!
Couldn’t recommened a more chill fishing charter. Capt Kevin took me and my son out for a backcountry trip and we easily caught our limit of mangrove snapper, hooked into a few sharks, and even landed two nice size Jack. Kevin is extremely knowledgeable, kept bait on our hooks, and kept the conversation going. Would definitely recommend him to anyone that enjoys laid back fishing.
Thanks Jeremy! You and Cooper were a pleasure to fish with. Glad you guys had a good time out there. Hope you make it back soon.
Captain Kevin was an outstanding captain. We had a perfect Father’s day trip. First time anglers and we caught Tarpon, Snook, Baracuda, Snapper and a young Bull Shark. Kevin extended the trip, timed the sunset, and taught us with patience. Definitely book this boat and captain!
Thanks again for Booking, Eric. That was a great trip. You and Dylan did an awesome job handling those fish. Hope to see you guys soon for some more action!
Great guide with incredible knowledge of the waters and fish. We had a blast catching snapper and racing to get them on before the sharks git them. Mostly won but pretty exciting when we didn't. Super fun day and learned much about catching fish. Highly recommend!
Those sharks were outta control! 😂 Was a lot of fun watching you guys in the action. You all held your own! Thanks again for a great day!
