Fish Key West – The Coolwater 

4.7/5 (107 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 1801 N Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040, United States
 
Federally permitted
4.7/5 (107 reviews)
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1801 N Roosevelt Blvd
Key West, FL, United States
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Running fishing trips around the Key West is what the crew of the Fish Key West do best. They are not only experienced and have fast, flexible boats, but are professional and know how to cater to your needs. Whether you’ve just picked up fishing, want to try something fun on your vacation, or a pro, they have you covered.

So, what kind of fishing will you find here? Depends on what you want to target and when. You can stay inshore and fish for Tarpon, Permit, some Cobia as well. You could do bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper when in season. Trolling nearshore or offshore for Kingfish and Spanish Mackerel is also great. If you head far out, 20 miles and more, you’ll be able to target Mahi, Sailfish, Amberjack, Wahoo, and more.

If you’re here with your family, you can also combine fishing with snorkeling. It’s a popular pastime here, as you can explore the rich marine life up-close.

You will get the fishing rods, reels, tackle, bait, and ice on all the charters. The trips run year round and the crew also provide fishing licenses. Minors are welcome to join the action and there are life jackets for them onboard.

‘Coolwater’ is a 33’ Sea Vee center console, with some custom add-ons. The boat can take up to six people. She is powered by a Yamaha 250 HP twin engine and will give you a fast, smooth and dry ride. There is plenty of room for seating, and enough storage to keep the catch. Boasting a T-top, the boat give you not only enough shade but also comfortable seating space. The vessel has top-quality electronics, including chart plotter, bottom machine, fish finding gear made by Garmin and Furuno, as well as VHF radios, a cell phone, and a CD player. There is also a private bathroom onboard.

You should bring a camera, sunblock, shades, a cap, and light clothes. Prepare your favorite food and drinks, and come along.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 107 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (87)

Perfect Day
Perfect Day
The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Took great care of us!
+84

Angler rating

86
15
5
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

91%

Appropriate for children

79%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

83%

Showing 1 - 5 of 107 reviews
Showing: 5 of 107 reviews
Joshua E.
Joshua E.
5.0/5

Sep 9, 2023

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM)

Fishing trip in September

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 Joshua E. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
 Joshua E. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
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Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Jun 26, 2024

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM)

Perfect Day

VERIFIED

Caught our limit of delicious mangrove snapper for the day with Captain Nels and have been enjoying the fish at home since our trip. Fish with him if you want to have a great fishing trip. He knows the water and will have you on the fish all day long.

Caught our limit of delicious mangrove snapper for the day with Captain Nels and have been enjoying the fish at home since our...  

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 Patrick B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
 Patrick B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Jordan M.
Jordan M.

Indianapolis, IN

5.0/5

Jun 13, 2022

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM)

Half day trip with captain Sam.

VERIFIED

I’ve been on several fishing chargers before and Sam was the best captain I’ve ever had. Sam was very knowledgeable and organized on this fishing charter. We caught over 20 fish and he filleted the mutton snapper up for my wife and I and suggested we take it to hurricane hole, a restaurant about 10 Mins away for them to make fish tacos. They were delicious, highly recommended booking a trip with Sam as he was very friendly and easy going and was a blast to be around!

I’ve been on several fishing chargers before and Sam was the best captain I’ve ever had. Sam was very knowledgeable and organized...  

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 Jordan M. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
 Jordan M. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Albert B.
Albert B.

Dunwoody, GA

5.0/5

Jun 20, 2023

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM)

Half day trip with Captain Noah

VERIFIED

Captain Noah was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and made everything possible to optimize our four hour trip. He provided us hints dealing with a Fishing in other areas in our hometown. He is a credit do your organization.

Captain Noah was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and made everything possible to optimize our four hour trip. He provided...  

 Albert B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
 Albert B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Lisa W.
Lisa W.
5.0/5

Feb 10, 2024

Trip for Lisa

The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Took great care of us!

VERIFIED

I would recommend this fishing charter.

I would recommend this fishing charter.  

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 Lisa W. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
 Lisa W. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Trip availability and prices

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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $900 
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US $1,300 
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US $1,600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 107 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (87)

Perfect Day
Perfect Day
The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Took great care of us!
+84

Angler rating

86
15
5
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

91%

Appropriate for children

79%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

93%

Caught fish

83%

Showing 1 - 5 of 107 reviews
Showing: 5 of 107 reviews
Joshua E.
Joshua E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip in September

VERIFIED

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM) on September 9, 2023

 

 Joshua E. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater
undefined (The Captain)

Patrick B.
Patrick B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Perfect Day

VERIFIED

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM) on June 26, 2024

Caught our limit of delicious mangrove snapper for the day with Captain Nels and have been enjoying the fish at home since our trip. Fish with him if you want to have a great fishing trip. He knows the water and will have you on the fish all day long.

Caught our limit of delicious mangrove snapper for the day with Captain Nels and have been enjoying the fish at home since our trip. Fish with him if you want to have a great fishing trip. He knows the water and will have you on the fish all day long.  

Review media 0
Review media 1
 Patrick B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Jordan M.
Jordan M.

Indianapolis, IN

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip with captain Sam.

VERIFIED

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM) on June 13, 2022

I’ve been on several fishing chargers before and Sam was the best captain I’ve ever had. Sam was very knowledgeable and organized on this fishing charter. We caught over 20 fish and he filleted the mutton snapper up for my wife and I and suggested we take it to hurricane hole, a restaurant about 10 Mins away for them to make fish tacos. They were delicious, highly recommended booking a trip with Sam as he was very friendly and easy going and was a blast to be around!

I’ve been on several fishing chargers before and Sam was the best captain I’ve ever had. Sam was very knowledgeable and organized on this fishing charter. We caught over 20 fish and he filleted the mutton snapper up for my wife and I and suggested we take it to hurricane hole, a restaurant about 10 Mins away for them to make fish tacos. They were delicious, highly recommended booking a trip with Sam as he was very friendly and easy going and was a blast to be around!  

Review media 0
Review media 1
 Jordan M. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Albert B.
Albert B.

Dunwoody, GA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip with Captain Noah

VERIFIED

Split Charter - Join A Group (AM) on June 20, 2023

Captain Noah was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and made everything possible to optimize our four hour trip. He provided us hints dealing with a Fishing in other areas in our hometown. He is a credit do your organization.

Captain Noah was professional, knowledgeable, patient, and made everything possible to optimize our four hour trip. He provided us hints dealing with a Fishing in other areas in our hometown. He is a credit do your organization.  

 Albert B. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

Lisa W.
Lisa W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Took great care of us!

VERIFIED

Trip for Lisa on February 10, 2024

I would recommend this fishing charter.

I would recommend this fishing charter.  

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 Lisa W. recommends Fish Key West – The Coolwater

FAQs about Fish Key West – The Coolwater

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Sea Vee
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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