Florida Keys Island Fishing with Captain Tony

BACKCOUNTRY FISHING

BACKCOUNTRY FISHING

Explore the Hidden Waters of the Lower Florida Keys

Backcountry fishing in the Florida Keys offers a peaceful, exciting, and action-packed way to experience the unique ecosystem that thrives behind the islands. This style of fishing takes place in the shallow channels and mangrove-covered islands found on the Gulf side of the Keys, stretching from Bahia Honda and Big Pine Key all the way to Key West.

These quiet waters are protected from strong winds and rough seas, making backcountry fishing a perfect option on breezy days—and an ideal adventure for families or those looking for a calm, scenic trip.

🌿 A Natural Sanctuary for Fish

The backcountry is a maze of mangrove islands, flats, and deep channels, creating a dynamic habitat that’s home to a wide variety of species, including:

• Mangrove Snapper
• Mutton Snapper
• Yellowtail Snapper
• Barracuda
• Cobia
• Sharks
• Permit
• Bonefish
• Snook
• Tarpon
  …and so many more!

These winding waterways act as feeding and hunting grounds, where tides and structure work together to keep the fish on the move—and ready to bite.

🎣 Versatile Fishing Techniques

Whether you prefer casting soft plastics, anchoring and chumming, or even fly fishing, the backcountry offers endless opportunities for a thrilling catch. On any given drift or cast, you could hook into a hard-fighting trophy fish.

One of the best parts of fishing in the lower Keys is that backcountry fishing can easily be woven into your charter experience. It’s Captain Tony’s home turf—his own backyard—and a favorite place to show guests the calmer, wilder side of the Florida Keys.

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Quiet waters. Wild beauty. Big action.
Let us take you into the heart of the backcountry—where every turn through the mangroves holds the promise of a great catch.

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Call Captain Tony at 305-900-7928 to schedule your charter today!