Key West Permit Fishing Charters
49 Fishing Charters
Permit Fishing in Key West
Permit Fishing in Key West
- Size 10 to 30lbs
- Food Value Good
- Game Qualities Excellent
- Habitats Inshore, Nearshore, Reef, Flats, Backcountry
(Trachinotus falcatus)
Discover the “Permit capital of the world” with a Key West Permit fishing guide. At the southernmost point of the US, the warm, shallow waters are ideal for Permit. Head to the inshore flats or beyond to “The Lakes” and Marquesas Island Toll and discover some of the best Permit fishing in the world.
What to Expect
Permit put up an incredible fight but catching their bite isn’t straightforward. These spooky fish need a lot of attention, skill, and carefulness to land.
While Permit eat a range of different crustaceans, they’ll flee at the hint that they’re being hunted. Fishing enthusiasts will love this game of cat and mouse, while beginners may not find it to their taste.
You want a light vessel with a shallow hull for these flats. A skiff or a flats boat will do the job. Light and agile, your captain will pole you along. This will get you on top of the spooky fish without causing a disturbance.
The beauty of fishing out of Key West is that it's right there! Within minutes, you’ll be on the productive flats, casting away. Even on a four-hour trip, you’ll still get to test your angling skills.
On six and eight-hour trips, you’ll explore a range of fishing grounds. Head to “the lakes” and Marquesas Island Toll, where you’ll find some of the largest Permit around. Along the sand flats and grassy-bottomed shallows, you’ll sight cast for the tailing fish. You can also try fly fishing here!
You could combine a trip to target Permit with hunting Tarpon and Bonefish to complete the inshore “Grand Slam.” Take a Key West Permit fishing guide from early spring through summer and for the best chance of the prize.
How to Prepare
Key West Permit fishing guides will have everything set up ready for you. There’s no need for a fishing license, and all rods and reels will be provided. Just check with your captain if he provides live bait. If you fancy going fly fishing, then you may also need to bring your own gear.
Bottled water may be provided, but you should bring your own drinks and snacks. Stay refreshed and make the most of your time on the crystal clear waters. Get ready to battle it out with prized Permit in Key West, and see why this is one of the best spots in the world!
Key West Permit Fishing Seasons
Key West Permit Fishing Seasons
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Seasonality
Permit fishing in Key West varies moderately throughout the year. High season is April to October. Low season is January. There is no closed season.
Key West
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What anglers said about Permit Fishing in Key West
What anglers said about Permit Fishing in Key West
Start talking to a guide and let the expert help you find the right trip for you
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Start talking to a guide and let the expert help you find the right trip for you
Purple Heron Charters
Have fun and don't expect to katch everything. It's called fishing not catching.
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Have fun and don't expect to katch everything. It's called fishing not catching.
Corsair 2 Sportfishing Key West
Be sure to look at monthly charts for fishing in a specific area so you are aware of what species is in season. It is advisable that anglers be in good medical condition/mobile as this trip can be physically demanding at times. Bring sunscreen, hats, light weight long sleeves, and anti-nausea remedies.
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Be sure to look at monthly charts for fishing in a specific area so you are aware of what species is in season. It is advisable that anglers be in good medical condition/mobile as this trip can be physically demanding at times. Bring sunscreen, hats, light weight long sleeves, and anti-nausea remedies.
Jolly Roger II
Be prepared for the heat. Ice cold water and sports drinks are a must. A boat that can provide some shade is helpful as well.
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Be prepared for the heat. Ice cold water and sports drinks are a must. A boat that can provide some shade is helpful as well.
Boa Vida Charters โ Jazmine
It was a good dad and boys experience. Jeff and Christian, really worked hard to make sure we brought home a fish we could eat.
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It was a good dad and boys experience. Jeff and Christian, really worked hard to make sure we brought home a fish we could eat.
Corsair 2 Sportfishing Key West
There snacks available for purchase or you can bring your own. You will want to tip as well because they really do a fantastic job, so bring some cash too.
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There snacks available for purchase or you can bring your own. You will want to tip as well because they really do a fantastic job, so bring some cash too.
Cora Beth Fishing
Be patient. There is waiting and itโs not exciting the entire time..thatโs part of fishing. Just enjoy it!
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Be patient. There is waiting and itโs not exciting the entire time..thatโs part of fishing. Just enjoy it!
Boa Vida Charters โ Jazmine
Great trip for the money. Fished with awesome people and caught plenty of fish for the table
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Great trip for the money. Fished with awesome people and caught plenty of fish for the table
Cora Beth Fishing
Absolutely it was my husbandโs first time deep-sea fishing as well as fishing Key West
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Absolutely it was my husbandโs first time deep-sea fishing as well as fishing Key West
Corsair 2 Sportfishing Key West
Fishing depends on weather. Nowdays is windy and not easy for sight fishing
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Fishing depends on weather. Nowdays is windy and not easy for sight fishing
Hook 1 Charters โ Key West
If youโre looking for something exotic or unique like sailfish or wahoo check the calendars for optimal time during the year โฆ summer months get hot and have noticed it slows down offshore wise
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If youโre looking for something exotic or unique like sailfish or wahoo check the calendars for optimal time during the year โฆ summer months get hot and have noticed it slows down offshore wise
Double Down Sportfishing
Remember you are just fishing. There are no guarantees. So just let go and have fun.
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Remember you are just fishing. There are no guarantees. So just let go and have fun.
Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters 30'
Make sure you have the basics: Long sleeve loose fitting rash guard SPF 50, sun screen, lip balm, fishing gloves, closed toe shoes, sunglasses and this time of year be ready for Hot and Humid.
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Make sure you have the basics: Long sleeve loose fitting rash guard SPF 50, sun screen, lip balm, fishing gloves, closed toe shoes, sunglasses and this time of year be ready for Hot and Humid.
Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters
We had Never been salt water fishing. Captain led us through from start to finish, helping us with the different species and out is right in fish all evening. Expect heavier surf going to the reef, and a fight if going after Tarpon.
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We had Never been salt water fishing. Captain led us through from start to finish, helping us with the different species and out is right in fish all evening. Expect heavier surf going to the reef, and a fight if going after Tarpon.
Easy Does It
Sometimes the fishing is just that. Fishing. Many factors should be figured into the catching part. Tide, current, wind, moon phase, temperature etc. Be patient.
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Sometimes the fishing is just that. Fishing. Many factors should be figured into the catching part. Tide, current, wind, moon phase, temperature etc. Be patient.
Hooked Up Charters
Watching Captain and fist mate Jeff work was remarkable. You can learn a lot if you pay attention and ask questions.
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Watching Captain and fist mate Jeff work was remarkable. You can learn a lot if you pay attention and ask questions.
Corsair 2 Sportfishing Key West
Charter a. Oat, the captain and mate do all the hard work and you get to enjoy the fishing and catching
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Charter a. Oat, the captain and mate do all the hard work and you get to enjoy the fishing and catching
Reef Runner Charters Key West
It was great. A little hot on a sunny day, but the boat has some shade inside when needed. We had to move a few times, but I think everyone was pretty happy.
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It was great. A little hot on a sunny day, but the boat has some shade inside when needed. We had to move a few times, but I think everyone was pretty happy.
Cora Beth Fishing
Just have fun let the captain put you on the fish that are biting and you will have a blast.
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Just have fun let the captain put you on the fish that are biting and you will have a blast.
Fishizzle Sportfishing Charters
We would highly recommend going with Cora Beth! This was out first time and we found the captain and his crew to be extremely helpful and friendly.
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We would highly recommend going with Cora Beth! This was out first time and we found the captain and his crew to be extremely helpful and friendly.
Cora Beth Fishing