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Which Keys town has the best fishing?

Steve Conley | August 24, 2026

Short Answer

Islamorada is widely known as the sport-fishing capital of the world, with world-class offshore, flats, and backcountry fishing. Marathon and Key Largo also offer excellent fishing opportunities with access to both the Atlantic and Gulf.

Islamorada is widely known as the sport-fishing capital of the world, with world-class offshore, flats, and backcountry fishing. Marathon and Key Largo also offer excellent fishing opportunities with access to both the Atlantic and Gulf.

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Steve's Advice

Steve Conley

Principal, Conley Sales Group at COMPASS

Islamorada has the strongest reputation as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World. Marathon is close behind with incredible access to both the Atlantic and Gulf. Key Largo offers excellent backcountry fishing. Every Keys community has world-class fishing.

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