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Key West King Mackerel (Kingfish) Fishing Charters

Experience the Best King Mackerel Fishing in the Florida Keys!

Are you looking for the ultimate king mackerel fishing adventure in the Keys, but not sure where to start? Trying to book a charter that will deliver on the thrills without draining your bank account? Then you’ve found the right outfit with Fish Daily Charters. Based out of Stock Island, we are located right next to the Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina, where the parking is free, and a convenient ten minute drive from Key West International Airport.

Our experienced crew has the know-how as well as the equipment needed to go after king mackerel, or “kingfish” as they’re also called, and our vessel can accommodate up to six guests comfortably. We provide all the gear and licensing you’ll need, so you can focus on the fishing. And we’re happy to clean, filet, and bag your catch so you’ll have a full freezer as well as unforgettable memories to take home! If Florida Keys king mackerel is what you’re after, take a look at our pricing and charter options and see wha works best for you!

Deposits And Cancellations

A 20% deposit is deducted at the time of booking; In the event of adverse weather or at the decision of our crew, trips may be shortened or canceled. If this occurs, we will work with you to reschedule or issue a refund.

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Why Choose Our King Mackerel Fishing Charter?

Fish Daily Charters was started in 2008 by our skipper, Captain John, a fifth-generation native of the Keys, and his love for the Gulf and all its bounties is something we want to share with all of our guests, When you sign up with us to head after king mackerel, you can fish with confidence knowing that we practice sustainable fishing and eco-safety to keep our oceans pristine for future generations.

Our upfront pricing and flexible cancellations mean you won’t get caught short if plans change, and our charters are suitable for all ages, so you can bring your family and friends along for the journey!

About The King Mackerel in Key West

King Mackerels have a streamlined body with a forked tail, and are silver with a greenish-blue back. Mature specimens can get up to over 5 ft and 100 lbs, but we typically reel in fish between 10 and 20 lbs. They can be found in warm coastal waters from the Carolinas to Brazil, and cruise the open oceans near the surface in large schools in search of prey. When a suitable school of baitfish is found, watch out! The sight of baitfish leaping out of the water in panic is a sure sign that a school of kingfish is nearby.

How We Catch King Mackerel in the Florida Keys

The season for king mackerel usually runs from November to March, when they migrate down the coast toward warmer tropical waters - and right through our backyard. Our crew looks for telltale signs that a school is nearby, such as large gatherings of seabirds.

Once located, our preferred method is trolling past them with live bait such as squid, although they’ll chomp on spoons and artificial lures as well. Once hauled aboard, king mackerel are very tasty when fresh, but unfortunately don’t freeze very well due to the high oil content of the flesh. For this reason, big mackerel (over 30 pounds or so) are often smoked instead of put on ice, to use in fish dips and other dishes.

What Else You Can Catch With Us

Kingfish isn’t the only thing biting in the waters of the Gulf Coast! Some of the other species you might hook include:

A legend of angling, this huge fish is caught mainly in spring.

Another recognizable fish that visits the Keys in winter.

This very fast fish is caught in the Keys year-round.

This delicious fish can be reeled in fall through spring.

Several large species are found in the Keys all year long.

This very large fish has a season that runs May to December.

Several different species can be caught year round.

This is another good-to-eat fish found in grassy inlets and canals.

This fish is little but feisty, and found in shallow waters all around the Keys.

A very fast and delicious fish, which can be caught May through October.

A relative of the king mackerel, this fish lives on offshore reefs.

A large and very strong fish that is mostly hooked June-July.

A beautiful and very tasty fish caught from May to December.

A well-known predatory fish found on reefs and wrecks everywhere.

This fish lives far offshore but is a year-round resident of the Keys.

This fish is a lot of fun to battle on the line and can be found on reefs and wrecks.

You can catch this sporty fish most often in spring.

…and more!

Other Fishing Charters We Offer In Key West

Sunset Cruises

We have Sunset Cruises that take you out on the waters of the Gulf for a relaxing evening watching a tropical sunset, great for romantics and seekers of tranquility.

Specialty Charters

In addition to king mackerel, we also offer special charters going after everything from Mahi Mahi, to Sailfish, to Wahoo, or even Grouper! Ask our crew about our trips targeting these iconic game fish.

Shrimp Boat Charter

The Shrimp Boat Charter lets you follow the Gulf Coast shrimp boats as they haul in their catch, attracting predators for miles around. Ideal for serious anglers and adrenaline junkies.

Dry Tortugas Charter

The Dry Tortugas Charter will take you to the Dry Tortugas island chain, seventy miles west of the Keys, where a national park and a Civil War-era fort await you. Perfect for family getaways and nature lovers.

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Your King Mackerel Adventure Starts Here!

Hooking a fighting, leaping king mackerel and hauling it out of the clear blue waters of the Caribbean is a fantastic experience for any angler, and here at Fish Daily Charters, we are ready to share that experience with you!

The season runs from November to March, so beat the winter blues and come get some of the best fishing to be found anywhere – call or email us to see about what time of year and which charter we offer works best for your schedule, and let’s put you on some kingfish!