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Experience Hawks Cay Fishing

From battling high-flying sailfish in the bright blue waters of the Atlantic to stalking shallow water flats in search of world-record bonefish, Florida Keys fishing and fishing charters are all about variety — and even more about catching big fish.

Hawks Cay Resort, in the Middle Keys, is the premier Florida Keys fishing destination. Located only a few miles from the dock are the only living coral reef in the continental United States, the strong Gulfstream currents, the fish-filled waters of Everglades National Park and many productive local flats and bridges.

Nowhere else in the world do you have access to such a diverse expanse of bountiful fishing grounds, all within minutes of the dock!

Hawks Cay Marina is home to the most knowledgeable and friendly Florida Keys fishing captains and guides, and offers a complete fleet of both inshore and offshore charter boats (rides and rentals) to accommodate anglers of all ages and skill levels.

So whether you’re an experienced angler looking to fish with one of the best guides in the Florida Keys, or a beginner looking to spend relaxing Florida vacation on the water with your family, join us at Hawks Cay Resort for an unforgettable day reeling in trophy catches in the clear tropical waters of the Florida Keys.

What kinds of fish can I catch?

OFFSHORE

Venture to the deep blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean in search of hard-fighting billfish such as swordfish, marlin and sailfish; and delicious tasting pelagic species such as dolphin, wahoo and blackfin tuna.
Atlantic Sailfish
Atlantic Sailfish Common at 30-60 pounds. Recent Florida record 116 lbs, 10 oz. Best October through April.
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Most catches from 20 to 50 pounds. Recent Florida record 77 lbs, 12 oz. Caught year-round, best April through August.
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna Most catches 20 pounds and under. Recent Florida record 45 lbs 8 oz. Good year-round, weather permitting, run well offshore.
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LIGHT TACKLE

Light tackle fishing in the Florida Keys gives you the opportunity to fish for a multitude of different species. Journey offshore for big game fish, fish the reef for snapper and grouper, head to the Gulfshipwrecks for large cobia or stay inshore for the unrivaled thrill of tarpon-fishing the bridges.
Tarpon
Tarpon Common from 40 to 50 pounds, big fish of 100 to 150 pounds in some areas. Recent Florida record 243 pounds. Best April through June.
Yellow Tail Snapper
Yellow Tail Snapper Common to 3 pounds. Recent Florida record 8 lbs, 9 oz. Caught year-round, best in summer.
Black Grouper
Black Grouper Common to 40 pounds. May weigh up to 100 pounds. No Florida record due to common confusion with the Gag Grouper. Caught year-round.
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FLATS/BACKCOUNTRY

Stalk the local flats or journey into the fruitful waters of Everglades National Park as you hunt for bonefish, permit, tarpon, redfish, snook and more. Flats and backcountry fishing in the Florida Keys offers a shallow water sight-fishing experience found nowhere else in the world.
Bonefish
Bonefish Common from 3 to 5 pounds. Recent Florida record 15 lbs, 6oz. Caught year-round, best spring and fall.
Permit
Permit Common to 25 pounds. Recent Florida record 56 lbs, 2 oz. Caught year-round.
Tarpon
Tarpon Common from 40 to 50 pounds, big fish of 100 to 150 pounds in some areas. Recent Florida record 243 pounds. Best April through June.
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Our Boats

Offshore Boats OFFSHORE FISHING BOATS
Designed for fishing miles out in the Atlantic or at the reef near the Florida Keys, offshore boats for deep-sea fishing are spacious, smooth-riding sportfishing vessels equipped with interior cabins, air-conditioning, toilets, televisions, satellite radio and more – all the comforts you need while fishing for grouper, swordfish, sailfish, kingfish and tuna. Offshore boats range in length from 38 to 54 feet and can accommodate up to six anglers. More Offshore Fishing
Light Tackle/Center Console Fishing BoatsLIGHT TACKLE FISHING BOATS
Light tackle center console boats are ideal for nearly every type of Florida Keys fishing. Light tackle charter boats can easily fish the bridges, channels, and calm waters of Florida Bay, and are seaworthy enough to venture out to the reef or head offshore for large pelagic game fish, shark, snook and snapper. Light tackle boats range in length from 22 to 36 feet and can accommodate four to six anglers. More Light Tackle Fishing
Bay Fishing Boats BAY FISHING BOATS
The bay boat is small enough to fish the shallows for bonefish, permit and tarpon, and stable enough to venture out to the reef on calm days. Bay fishing charter boats range in length from 20 to 24 feet and can accommodate up to four anglers. More Flats/Backcountry Fishing
Flats Fishing BoatsFLATS FISHING BOATS Specifically designed for sight fishing the shallow Florida Keys flats and the backcountry, flats skiffs allow you to fish where most other boats can’t. Most flats boats come equipped with a poling platform (on which the guide stands and poles you across the flat) and an open casting deck where you will cast for bonefish, permit, sea trout, tarpon and more. Flats fishing charter boats range in length from 17 to 25 feet and can accommodate two to three anglers. More Flats/Backcountry Fishing
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