Miami Beach Inshore Fishing Charters — Key Biscayne Flats for Sea Trout, Snook & Tarpon
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–8 hours
Fitness Level
Light physical fitness—able to stand and move on a small boat for several hours; helpful to manage light lifting of fish.
Overview
Board at Crandon Park and head into Biscayne Bay’s shallow flats for sea trout, snook, and seasonal tarpon. This 4–8 hour private inshore charter out of Key Biscayne mixes easy, family-friendly boating with serious angling opportunities.
Miami Beach Inshore Fishing Charters — Key Biscayne Flats for Sea Trout, Snook & Tarpon
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You step off the ramp at Crandon Park with the salt already in your hair and the harbour breathing around you. The captain is a few yards away tightening reels and pointing out the day’s plan: sand flats near the marina, channel edges where snook lurk, and quieter pockets of Biscayne Bay where tarpon stage in season. The boat slips forward with a polite shove and the city skyline peels away; what’s left is blue water, low wind, and a horizon that dares you to cast.
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Adventure Tips
Bring sun protection
South Florida sun is intense on open water—wide-brim hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and UV-blocking sunglasses are essential.
Treat motion sickness proactively
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication or use acupressure bands before you board; the bay can still roll on windy days.
Keep a small waterproof bag
Protect your phone, camera, and wallet from spray and accidental splashes—waterproof pouches make photos and payments easier.
Hydrate and snack
Charters supply bottled water, but bring extra electrolyte drinks and light snacks for longer trips to sustain energy.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bottlenose dolphins
- Tarpon (seasonal)
History
Biscayne Bay was traditionally fished by the Tequesta people and later supported commercial shrimping and sport-fishing industries that shaped local angling culture.
Conservation
Many captains practice catch-and-release for species like tarpon and observe seasonal closures; staying on established channels helps protect seagrass beds and juvenile habitat.
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Recommended Gear
Polarized sunglasses
Cuts glare on flats so you can spot fish and protect your eyes from reflected sun.
summer specific
Light rain shell or windbreaker
Wind or a quick squall can drop temperatures on the water—layer up for comfort.
spring specific
Motion-sickness medication or wrist bands
Prevents queasy afternoons so you can focus on casting and photos.
Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps electronics dry and allows you to shoot action without fear of water damage.