Salt Water Keys Fishing

backcountry and flats fishing, involves angling in the numerous saltwater estuaries, flats, mangrove stands and tidal creeks that occur along the Florida shoreline. Common to these waters are populations of some of Florida’s most prized game fish, being snook, redfish, spotted sea rout, and tarpon. Fishing is usually done from small, flat bottom vessels suited to the variable depth waters.

The best fishing action is usually in the warmer seasons. Backwater fishing involves light tackle that includes spin, casting and bottom fishing gear. Thousands of anglers visit Florida each year to try for the grand slam, being one individual fish from each of the four species in the one day.

Florida Fresh Water Fishing

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