An Angler's Paradise - The Shore Islamorada

If you love to fish, here's wish fulfillment at its best. There's good reason why Islamorada is The Sportfishing Capital of the World.

With Florida Bay on one side and the Atlantic on the other, you can fish in warm, shallow flats, coral reefs or deep ocean. Islamorada is paradise for every type of angler, whether your preference is fly fishing, spinning or bait casting.

Enjoy the excitement of shallow water fly fishing for such legendary fighters as tarpon, bonefish and permit. Or fish the backcountry waters for snook, redfish and trout. On the ocean side, you can work the offshore reef for the big ones: marlin, tuna, sailfish and swordfish. The waters surrounding Islamorada teem with many other varieties, including dolphin, grouper, yellowtail, amberjack and barracuda.

Nearby is one of the most unique environments in the world, Everglades National Park, the only subtropical preserve in North America. One third of the park is covered by water and offers great fishing for tarpon, bonefish, permit, snook, sea trout, cobia, Spanish mackerel and more.

Islamorada is home to the largest fleet of charter boats in the Upper Keys, with guides who know every inch of these incredibly productive waters. There is friendly instruction for all levels of anglers, including beginners and children.

Mastering the Art of Fly Fishing
One of the world's best fly fishing schools is virtually at your doorstep. Sandy Moret's renowned Florida Keys Fly Fishing School offers the unique opportunity to learn the exciting art of salt water fly fishing from the top masters in the world.