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Miami Fishing

Miami Fishing

Miami may be known for its night life, but it is also known for its fantastic fishing. Home of the Miami International Boat Show, the boating and fishing community is strong in this area. With quick access to the Everglades, Biscayne Bay, thousands of reefs, and the warm waters of the Gulf Stream, Miami provides excellent fishing year round.

Fishing offshore of Miami will produce great catches of Bonito, Kingfish, Mahi-mahi (dolphinfish), and Wahoo, but the highlight is the Sailfish run during the fall and winter. Multiple hookups are common, and live pilchards are the preferred bait.

The Miami bottom fishing scene is filled with big Amberjack, Grouper, and Snapper. With thousands of reefs close to shore, you won’t have any problem finding a place to drop a line.

Many different inshore species such as Cobia, Pompano, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Snook, and Tarpon can be found around Miami. Tarpon are around all year, but the larger ones are caught from February through June. Snook are most commonly caught from September to December. Often overlooked, fishing the Everglades can be productive for catching big Largemouth Bass.



Miami Fishing Forecast

Target Species of Fish

Based on historical data for fishing Miami, you should target one of the following species for this time of year:
  1. Mahi-mahi

  2. Mahi-mahi

    There is a 12.99% catch rate for Mahi-mahi, based on 707 Mahi-mahi counted.

    Miami Mahi-mahi Counts Chart
    Mahi-mahi

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  3. Blue Runner

  4. Blue Runner

    There is a 11.54% catch rate for Blue Runner, based on 628 Blue Runner counted.

    Miami Blue Runner Counts Chart
    Blue

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  5. White Grunt

  6. White Grunt

    There is a 10.07% catch rate for White Grunt, based on 548 White Grunt counted.

    Miami White Grunt Counts Chart
    White

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  7. Pinfish

  8. Pinfish

    There is a 7.22% catch rate for Pinfish, based on 393 Pinfish counted.

    Miami Pinfish Counts Chart
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  9. Gray Snapper

  10. Gray Snapper

    There is a 6.97% catch rate for Gray Snapper, based on 379 Gray Snapper counted.

    Miami Gray Snapper Counts Chart
    Gray

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  11. Scaled Sardine

  12. Scaled Sardine

    There is a 6.23% catch rate for Scaled Sardine, based on 339 Scaled Sardine counted.

    Miami Scaled Sardine Counts Chart
    Scaled

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  13. Yellowtail Snapper

  14. Yellowtail Snapper

    There is a 5.46% catch rate for Yellowtail Snapper, based on 297 Yellowtail Snapper counted.

    Miami Yellowtail Snapper Counts Chart
    Yellowtail

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  15. Bluestriped Grunt

  16. Bluestriped Grunt

    There is a 2.87% catch rate for Bluestriped Grunt, based on 156 Bluestriped Grunt counted.

    Miami Bluestriped Grunt Counts Chart
    Bluestriped

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  17. Great Barracuda

  18. Great Barracuda

    There is a 2.61% catch rate for Great Barracuda, based on 142 Great Barracuda counted.

    Miami Great Barracuda Counts Chart
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  19. Little Tunny

  20. Little Tunny

    There is a 1.8% catch rate for Little Tunny, based on 98 Little Tunny counted.

    Miami Little Tunny Counts Chart
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Recommendations above based on 101 species of fish and 5441 fish counted for September around Miami.

To date, there are 173 species of fish and a total of 549582 fish counted for Miami and within a 30 mile (48 km) radius since 1/1/1856 (167 years).

Last Update: 9/21/2023 2:34:12 PM

*** PLEASE NOTE ***
Please check local, state/province, and federal laws before fishing for any species found on this site. All data is based on historical data found for this area, and in some cases as far back as the year 1600.

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The Top 10 Fishing Spots for Miami are the following:

  1. ALVA CHAPMAN REEF
    ALVA CHAPMAN REEF IN MONROE COUNTY CONSIST OF TWO CONCRETE BOAT HULLS AND DREDGE PIPE Date of Deployment:December 31 197


  2. Whistle Buoy Wreck


  3. Biscayne Bay/Arsenicker Keys
    Biscayne Bay/Arsenicker Keys


  4. DS61
    Whistle Buoy Wreck 25.296017 -80.150200


  5. North Key Largo


  6. West Arsenicker Key


  7. White Grunt


  8. Long Arsenicker Key


  9. MONKEY WRENCH, THE
    25.279166666667 -80.158333333333


  10. Swan Key


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Latest Miami Fishing Reports

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  • Business is slow Bite is not!
    August into September is usually slow but I still fish a lot. I fish family and friends doing some R&D. I have fished from N. Biscayne Bay to Key Largo. The fish have been co


  • Bonefish Every Day! September 4-8 2023
    I had the pleasure of fishing with Ron from Arizona for four days.  The plan was for Ron to catch his first bonefish and realize a dream of his after a friend told him how sp


  • THE SOUTH FLORIDA FALL OFFSHORE ACTION IS A FOOT
    The Lady Pamela Sportfishing Team is knee-deep into August by keeping anglers on the fantastic early Autumn bite! Our clients are enjoying the most exciting offshore action i


  • Week in Review August 14-24 2023
    This week I had a few father son trips and a fly fishing trip with local angler Dean.  My father and son trips were mainly shark trip and the kids had a blast catching bait a


  • Exclusive Fishing Experience for Large Groups: Unparalleled Sportfishing Charter in South Florida
    Exclusive Fishing Experience for Large Groups: Unparalleled Sportfishing Charter in South Florida By Abner on 08/29/23 When it comes to offering an exceptional fishing advent


  • August & September Fishing Report
    **August & September Fishing Highlights in Greater Fort Lauderdale Florida** September marks the beginning of an exciting fishing season in Greater Fort Lauderdale Florida wi


  • Chad is back August 25 2023
    Chad fished with me 5 years ago and was back today for a full day of mixing it up.  We worked hard early morning to get him his first bonefish but there were snook around so


  • Fort Lauderdale Fishing Mid August
    Fort Lauderdale Charter Fishing report. The last 10 days we’ve seen very strong currents and beautiful weather Overall. The Fishing on the Reef continues to be good with good


  • Tank! August 11 2023
    Eric and his son Will booked me for a full day in August!  They wanted to mix it up but with the conditions we had I told them we would start off bonefishing.  I had to fish


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Top Miami Bait & Tackle Stores

  1. Capt. Harry's Fishing Supply
    We offer a full line of over 20,000 fishing related products from the finest manufacturers including Big Game Fishing rods and reels, lures, terminal tackle, rigging accessories, fishing accessories, boating accessories, clothing, fishing gifts and m

  2. Mustad Hooks
    Land covers 28% of earth's surface. We cover the rest. Mustad - the best selling hook on the planet.

  3. Crook & Crook
    We have been serving anglers and boaters for over 50 years. Three easy ways to shop; our store located in Miami, Florida open 7 days a week, online at www.tackletogo.com and/or request a C&C Fishing and Marine Catalog from our website.

  4. Atlantic & Gulf Fishing Supply
    Atlantic & Gulf Fishing Supply Corporation is a retailer and wholesaler of commercial fishing supplies. We carry one of the world's largest inventories of fishing supply products. Our primary customers include commercial fishing fleets, fish

  5. Baitmasters of South Florida
    Baitmasters of South Florida produces the highest quality baits available anywhere. These baits consistently out fish the competition.

  6. Bullbuster USA - Brand Direct Fishing Lines


  7. El Capitan Marine & Fishing Center
    If we don't have we can get it! If we can't get it you don't need it! El Capitan carries over 25,000 fishing and marine related products from over 1200 manufactures including Garmin, Furuno, Raymarine, Icom, Si-tex, Hummingbird, Shakespea

  8. The Fly Shop of Miami
    We are a full service fly shop specializing in the diverse fisheries of South Florida . Biscayne Bay , The Everglades , The Florida Keys , and local peacock bass fishing are at our doorstep , but are familiar with many destinations and can outfit you

  9. Stuart Industries


  10. Biscayne Rod Manufacturing
    Since 1948, Biscayne Rod Manufacturing has been the premier manufacturer of fishing rods for deep sea, flats, inshore, rivers, streams, and lakes. We build rods in every pound and weight class for everything from trout and bass to snook, tarpon, perm

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Top Miami Fishing Charters & Guides

  1. Miami Bonefishing
    Sight fishing the clear flats of Biscayne Bay for bonefish is one of the most challenging light tackle angling endeavors on the planet since our Miami Biscayne Bay bonefish are difficult to spot on the flats; they are very leery of anglers, noise and

  2. Caught Lookin Charters
    16 years guiding experience and a kid friendly charter. Fishing out of Government Cut, Biscayne Bay, and Flamingo.

  3. Shallow Tails Guide Service
    Capt. Raul Montoro: Your guide to fishing South Florida’s beautiful waters – Biscayne Bay, Flamingo Everglades National Park, and the Florida Keys including Islamorada – Targeting Bonefish, Permit, Tarpon, Snook, Redfish and more!

  4. L & H Sportfishing
    The L & H is one of the most successful tournament fishing charter boats in South Florida History. Captain Jimmy offers a variety of fishing trips out of Key Biscayne, Florida - just minutes from downtown Miami, South Beach, and Coconut Grove. Le

  5. Florida Native Charters
    Choose Florida Native Charters as your Miami Fishing Guide for inshore fishing in Miami. Captain Tom Weber will take you to the beautiful Biscayne Bay flats and National Park, which offer a wide range of exciting angling opportunities and your chance

  6. Old Hat Fishing Charters
    Old Hat Deep Sea Fishing Charters provides the cleanest charter boat, the finest sport fishing tackle and a great crew. Located between Miami and Hollywood.

  7. Double Threat Fishing Charters
    Double Threat Charters offers trips inshore and offshore on the east and west coasts of South Florida. Destinations include Miami and the Upper Keys, Biscayne Bay, the Everglades, and Flamingo. The target species are countless and the destinations wi

  8. Top Gun Charters
    Miami's "Top Gun" is the boat to charter for a "deep sea" fishing charter. We fish the waters of Miami, Miami Beach, and Key Biscayne departing from our charter dock in Crandon Marina on Key Biscayne.

  9. Cutting Edge
    THE CUTTING EDGE IS KEY BISCAYNE'S FINEST SPORT FISHING CHARTER BOAT. IF YOUR VISITING MIAMI AND IN SEARCH OF A TOP NOTCH SPORT FISHING MACHINE; ALLOW US TO SHOW YOU THE CUTTING EDGE STYLE OF SPORT FISHING.

  10. In The Zone
    Our south Florida waters have a wide variety of species and some of the best salt-water fishing in the world. Sailfish call it their home, Dolphin, Kingfish, Wahoo, Snapper and Grouper live and migrate through these waters. I am currently located

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Top Miami Marinas

  1. Matheson Hammock Marina
    In conjunction with the park, the county runs an on-site marina accommodating vessels of up to 50 feet (15 m). Other facilities include a fishing tackle shop, boat launch ramps, gas and diesel fuel, and wetslips.

  2. Miami Beach Marina
    The magic of Miami Beach is yours when you plan your waterfront stay at the Miami Beach Marina. Located adjacent to Government Cut, with no fixed bridges and plenty of deep water, Miami Beach Marina affords easy accessibility to great fishing...saili

  3. Dinner Key Marina
    Our flagship facility is located just south of downtown, in historic Coconut Grove. The 582 slip marina (Florida's largest wet slip marine facility) provides modern comfortable berthing accommodations in a park-like setting to transient, long-ter

  4. Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center
    Situated on the northern side of Downtown Miami—in the heart of the city’s arts, entertainment, and cultural district—this full-service facility features boat slips large enough to accommodate yachts up to 110 feet. However, our docks are just the on

  5. Loggerhead Marina
    Conveniently located a short distance from the upper Florida Keys and immediately adjacent to the vast Biscayne National Park, referred to as Black Point Park. Loggerhead Marina – South Miami offers South Florida dry rack boat storage for vessels up

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