Fish Key West: August, September & October Fishing
Explore the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean with Captain Scott and Too Lethal Charters. Key West fishing gives anglers access to reefs, wrecks, offshore waters and some of the most exciting fishing in the Florida Keys.
A Great Time to Fish Key West
Want to fish Key West in August, September or October? You picked an exciting time to get on the water. August still feels like the heart of summer. The water is warm. The days are long. There are also plenty of opportunities to go fishing.
September can bring a quieter feeling to the island. The water is still warm, and fishing continues throughout the waters surrounding Key West. Then comes October. Fall begins to arrive in the Florida Keys. Fishing conditions change, and different species move through the area. From the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean, these months give anglers plenty of reasons to book a Key West fishing charter.
Incredible bodies of water. One Key West fishing destination. Fish the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean with Captain Scott.
August
August brings warm Gulf and Atlantic waters and classic summer fishing conditions. Bring sunscreen. Bring plenty of water. Also, get ready for a full day on the water.
September
September can be a great month for charter fishing in Key West. The island can be less crowded while the surrounding waters remain warm.
October
October begins the transition into fall fishing around the Florida Keys. As seasonal fish movement changes, new opportunities can develop throughout the area.
Fish Key West With Captain Scott
40+ Years of Fishing Experience
Captain Scott Gordon brings more than 40 years of fishing experience to Too Lethal Charters. That experience matters when you fish Key West. Wind changes, and currents change too. As bait moves, the fish often move with it.
A productive area yesterday may not be the right destination today. Captain Scott can adjust your fishing trip based on the season, weather, water conditions and the type of experience your group wants. Beginners are welcome, and experienced anglers are welcome too. Families can also enjoy a day on the water.
Fish the Gulf and Atlantic Waters of Key West
Key West sits in a remarkable fishing location. The Gulf of Mexico stretches away on one side, while the Atlantic Ocean opens up on the other. Because of that location, Captain Scott and his anglers have options.
Gulf Fishing in Key West
The Gulf side offers channels, structures, wrecks and productive fishing areas. Conditions here can be very different from the Atlantic side. That variety is one reason Key West fishing can be completely different from one trip to the next.
Atlantic Fishing in Key West
Head toward the Atlantic and you gain access to reef waters, wrecks and deeper blue water. Depending on the season and conditions, anglers may target reef fish or head offshore looking for powerful pelagic species. This is where offshore fishing in Key West can become an unforgettable adventure.
Key West Fishing Species
You Never Know What Will Hit Next
Key West waters are home to an incredible variety of fish. Reef fishing, wreck fishing and offshore trips can each offer a completely different experience.
What Can You Catch Fishing Key West?
What is biting depends on the season, weather, currents, water conditions and where you fish. That variety is one reason anglers return to fish Key West again and again.
Yellowtail Snapper
Mutton Snapper
Grouper
Blackfin Tuna
Sailfish
Wahoo
Kingfish
Cobia
Tarpon
Barracuda
Sharks
Permit
Bonefish
You Don’t Have to Be an Expert to Fish Key West
Never been fishing before? That’s okay. A private Key West fishing charter can be a great introduction to fishing for kids, families and beginners. More experienced anglers can enjoy the variety of fishing environments surrounding Key West too.
Tell Captain Scott what kind of trip you want. Tell him who is coming and about your fishing experience. Then let decades of local knowledge help shape the day. Get ready to go fishing in the Keys!
Get Ready to Go Fishing in the Keys
Too Lethal Fishing Charter Checklist
Getting ready to fish Key West is easy. Too Lethal Charters provides much of the fishing equipment needed for your day on the water.
Too Lethal Provides
-
- Fishing rods
- Fishing reels
- Fishing license
- Live bait
- Cooler
- Ice
- Fishing equipment for your charter
- Catch cleaning and filleting
What You Should Bring
-
- Polarized sunglasses
- Reef-friendly sunscreen
- Hat or visor
- Lightweight clothing
- Non-slip shoes
- Drinks and plenty of water
- Snacks or lunch
- Personal medications
- Camera or phone
- Light rain jacket when needed
- Dry bag for personal belongings
Why Fish Key West With Captain Scott?
There are a lot of ways to spend a day in Key West. Fishing lets you experience the island from a completely different perspective.
-
- 40+ years of fishing experience.Captain Scott brings decades of knowledge to each trip.
- Local Key West experience.Knowing the surrounding waters makes a difference.
- Gulf and Atlantic fishing.Explore two very different fishing environments.
- Reef fishing.Fish one of the environments that makes the Florida Keys famous.
- Wreck fishing.Underwater structure can attract bait and larger fish.
- Offshore fishing.Head toward deeper Atlantic waters when conditions are right.
- Beginners are welcome.You don’t need years of fishing experience.
- Experienced anglers are welcome.Serious fishermen can enjoy the variety of Key West waters.
- Family-friendly fishing.Turn a Key West vacation into a fishing memory.
- Fishing equipment is provided.Leave your rods and reels at home.
- Fishing licenses are provided.That is one less thing to arrange before your trip.
- Private charter experience.Spend your fishing day with your own group.
Ready to Fish Key West?
Leave the dock behind. Explore the Gulf or Atlantic. Fish the reefs, wrecks and surrounding waters with Captain Scott and Too Lethal Charters. Your next Key West fishing story could be one cast away.
