Fishing near Key West, FL

Reef and flats.

Nearest public waters

Straight-line distance from Key West. Tap a water for its spot profile.

WaterStateDistanceType
Florida Keys
Reef and flats fishing.
FL18 micoast
Lake Okeechobee
Legendary largemouth bass.
FL175 milake
Tampa BayFL230 mibay
Lake Tarpon
Big largemouth.
FL251 milake
St. Johns River
Bass and crappie.
FL272 miriver
Gulf Coast (Orange Beach)
Red snapper and inshore species.
AL533 micoast
Charleston HarborSC581 mibay
Grand Isle
Redfish and speckled trout.
LA599 micoast

All waters in FL

FL license & regulations

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)

  • Resident annual: $17.00
  • Non-resident annual: $47.00
  • Source: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission — 2026 license fees (GoOutdoorsFlorida.com). (2026)

Full FL regulations →

Species nearby

BonefishTarponPermitLargemouth BassCrappieSnookRed DrumSpeckled TroutRed Snapper

Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.