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Fishing in Miami

Trout Guy

Brookie's or Bust!
I'm going to be in Miami the last week of March, I was curious as to what species of fish to target and where to fish that time of year.

Me and two of my buddy's are going to get a guide for a day so it would be awsome if anyone could refer a good guide to us that does flats fly and spin fishing.
 
You will be 1.5 hours from Islamorada, The sports fishing capital of the world! The drive through the Keys is worth the time alone.
Your trip is also just in time for the Major migration of Tarpon that happens each year.
If you haven't experienced Tarpon, you should. The whole thing is a mind blowing event. It's a very addicting sport.
There is also Bonefish, snook, permit, redfish, Trout and a million other species to catch. If Bluewater is your thing, You can get into Mahi, Sailfish or broad bill swordfish,
But the cost of a charter is usually 2 to 3 times the cost of a flats guide.
I would be happy to answer any questions you may have via PM.
Mads
 
Yeah, just to add to what Mad said. I'd look outside the immediate Miami area. There are a few options to consider - blue water or flats, gulf side, ocean side, or keys. I have a world class guide to recommend who works out of Sanibel Island, but the keys are way closer.

If you've never done this kind of fishing, I would make a strong case for finding a flats guide who can take you somewhere with four or five species of fish to target. It's a great way to learn about the ecosystem and redfish, snook, and speckled trout are all around in abundance in March, loads of fun on a fly rod, and present different challenges.

Tarpon are great but the best tarpon opportunities typically come later in spring when the water warms up a bit, and with one or two days to fish I think it would be a mistake to set your sights exclusively on tarpon. Just my opinion.

I'd find a guide who gets good reviews somewhere down near islamorada and tell him to put you on whatever fish are biting in the flats and mangroves. I've had great days down there catching the less glamorous fish - specks, sheepshead, redfish and even ladyfish - all of which are good sport and most of which will make an awesome dinner at the end of the day.

have fun - i'm jealous. With a three week old at home and a heavy work schedule ahead, I'm not sure any flats fishing is in my future this spring. Post some photos if you go.
 
The only thing that you should be fishing for in Miami is snapper, and not the kind that swims in the ocean.
 
I'm familiar with the west palm to Stuart areas further north...the ocean gets colder in the winter so tarpon and snook aren't around much but you'll see trout, macks, j crevalle and ladies...that said the keys sounds better and about the same drive.
Another option is peacock bass in the canals around Miami...I gotta book on this a while ago but never got to try it out
 
Great info guys!

I'm starting to lean toward venturing out side of Miami like you all suggest.

So Mob.. Errruhhh Mudbug, who's your guide that you suggest? We're all looking for someone who can take three people out on the flats.

Phil, you gotta get up this spring to fish the Deleware! It's been a while dude!
 
BRUH,

Do you think you'll be in any condition to fish that week?

I know when I get down there on that Tuesday I wont know what a fucking fly rod is.



I'm going to be in Miami the last week of March, I was curious as to what species of fish to target and where to fish that time of year.

Me and two of my buddy's are going to get a guide for a day so it would be awsome if anyone could refer a good guide to us that does flats fly and spin fishing.
 
BRUH,

Do you think you'll be in any condition to fish that week?

I know when I get down there on that Tuesday I wont know what a fucking fly rod is.

I'm actually only going to get a day pass to ultra and probably just go to a few clubs. My girl isn't really into that scene so we're just gonna kick it down there for the most part.

If you can gather a few extra braincells together, your more than welcome to come fishing.
 
Ill get back to you on that.

Ill be on south beach from Tuesday-Friday morning. Lets def hit some day parties.

I'm actually only going to get a day pass to ultra and probably just go to a few clubs. My girl isn't really into that scene so we're just gonna kick it down there for the most part.

If you can gather a few extra braincells together, your more than welcome to come fishing.
 
Aint no party like a techno party.

Ill be at Raleigh, Surf Comber and Palms but lets meet up..Ill show you real muzik. hahaha

Hell depending on what you get down I may even take you up in the fishing offer.

Yea im staying at the Casablanca in south beach. LIV had a sick day party last year..
 
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