Bonefish Fishing.
Fish for Bonefish in the Florida Keys.
Bonefish Fishing in Islamorada, Biscayne Bay, Everglades National Park & the Florida Keys.
Florida Keys/Islamorada Bonefish carry a reputation amongst international anglers, and are known to be some of the largest ever recorded. Islamorada Bonefish Guide, Captain Dan loves chasing these elusive and powerful bonefish of the Florida Keys Flats.
Referred to as the “grey ghost” of the flats, bonefish display a chameleon like ability to blend in to the varying habitats they frequent.
Equipped with a large forked tail and cylindrical shaped body allow for long high speed bursts, crucial for outrunning the relentless barracudas and sharks.
BONEFISH OF THE FLORIDA KEYS
Bonefish have an emerald green back slashed with jet black stripes and the brightest chrome scales you’ve ever seen. Along with bright pink rubber-like lips, are the distinct markings and colors of the Bonefish. Appearing to the angler in an array of colors depending on sun angles, colors of the bottom and water clarity. Each bonefish sighting is unique and special.
Our Florida Keys Bonefish took a major hit during the cold snap of 2011 but have bounced back in good numbers throughout the island chain. With numbers of smaller schools and more sizeable single cruisers being sighted in and caught regularly here in Islamorada.
HOW TO FLY FISH FOR BONEFISH IN THE FLORIDA KEYS
Sight Fishing in Islamorada on bonefish charters in shallow clear water from a technical poling skiff is the traditional style of bonefish fishing here in the Florida Keys. Fishing in tandem with your guide allows us to work as a team while we sneak in to take a shot on tailing, mudding or cruising bones.
Quick pops with the bonefish shrimp fly pattern teasing him in, feeling the grab, strip-setting the line tight as the bonefish pounces on your fly is surely a thrill to remember!
A large Bonefish will empty the spool of fly line in under 1 minute, pronouncing them as one of the fastest inshore species that swims…
FLATS FISHING FOR BONEFISH IN THE KEYS: BONEFISH CHARTERS FLORIDA KEYS
Not for the faint of heart, bonefish are spooky, skittish and most times they seem to be swimming the other direction by the time you spot them. Just like any highly rewarding pursuit on a fly rod, practice, and persistence are key in fly fishing for Florida Keys Bonefish.
The proper Skiff, a knowledgeable captain and your committed determination will provide for a successful bonefish trip to the Florida Keys. Captain Dan shares a deep appreciation for these fish and possesses a keen awareness in bonefish behavior, translating to productive days on the flats.
Bonefish are scavengers by nature, they feed mainly on shrimp, crabs, and a variety of small minnows and baitfish.
BONEFISH FLY FISHING GEAR FOR THE FLORIDA KEYS & ISLAMORADA
7-9 wt fly rods
12-15lb tippet - 10-13 ft fluorocarbon leader
FWC manages and regulates all catch and release Bonefishing here in Florida.
Bonefish are protected and ultra sensitive. We practice careful catch and release handling techniques for all Florida Keys bonefish. Pro Tip: Always handle bonefish with a bare wet hand with a maximum of less than 10 seconds out of the water for a quick photo. Maintaining a healthy release is our number 1 focus when catch and release sport fishing for bones.
