Featured Tarpon Charters in Key West
Expert captains ready to take you on your next tarpon adventure.
Shadowcaster Flats Fishing
Welcome to Key West, a truly year round and world class fishing destination. Charter a flats fishing trip to the Back Country of Key West to catch the most sought after game fish in the ocean: tarpon, permit, bonefish and other species are plentiful with light tackle and fly rods. [button …
Seize The Day Charters Key West Tarpon Fishing Charters
Key West Fishing; Seize the Day Charters - Specializing in tarpon fishing charters and also Wrecks, Reefs and Offshore Fishing. Call me at 305-923-4412.
Tarpon Diem
Key West flats fishing charters. See the unspoiled Great White Heron National preserve in the area north of the Florida Keys know locally as the back country. Fish the back country for tarpon, shark, barracuda, bonefish, permit, jacks, and trout.
All Water Charters
Key West fishing charters with Capt. Kyle Kelso. Flats, backcountry, reef, wreck, tarpon, sharks, and more! FL Native Key West fishing guide.
Hook 1 Charters
Fly Fishing Guide for Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, Permit in Matlacha, Pine Island Sound, Sanibel, Captiva, North Captiva, Cayo Costa, Cabbage Key, Useppa Island.
Dream Catcher Charters
Key West fishing with Dream Catcher Charters. Professionals in flats, tarpon, backcountry, deep sea and reef fishing in Key West since 1994
Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon can be caught year-round in Key West. Right now in June, activity is high.
Seasonal Activity Chart
Tarpon
6 charters in Key West, FL target Tarpon.
Tarpon are known for their acrobatic leaps and impressive fighting ability, making them a favorite among sport anglers. They inhabit warm coastal waters and estuaries, often found near mangroves and coral reefs. Tarpon fishing is particularly popular during the summer months when they are more active.
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How to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag
Size Limit
Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Tarpon tags are obtained through a lottery or purchase for certain circumstances. There are gear restrictions; use of treble hooks to harvest tarpon is prohibited.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Tarpon fishing regulations in Florida?
In Florida, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag, the minimum size is Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Florida wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Tarpon in Florida?
Saltwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Which charters target Tarpon in Key West?
Charters targeting Tarpon in Key West, FL include Shadowcaster Flats Fishing, Seize The Day Charters Key West Tarpon Fishing Charters, Tarpon Diem. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.
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