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Fishing in Miami, Florida
Miami offers everything from bonefish and tarpon on Biscayne Bay flats to sailfish and mahi a short run offshore. It is one of the most diverse saltwater fisheries in the world.
See live conditions & Bite Score for Miami →Best time to fish
Year-round
Where fish hold
Biscayne Bay flats, bridges, reef line, and the Gulf Stream edge
What you can catch in Miami
Tactics & tides
Fly and live bait on the flats, live shrimp and crabs for tarpon at the bridges, trolling and kite fishing offshore.
Tarpon feed hard on moving tide around the bridges after dark; offshore, look for the color change and weed lines.
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Fishing in Miami: FAQ
What fish can you catch in Miami?
Popular targets in Miami include Tarpon, Bonefish, Mahi-Mahi (Dorado), Sailfish, and 2 more. The mix shifts with the season and conditions.
When is the best time to fish in Miami?
The prime season is Year-round. Day to day, the bite is usually best on moving water around dawn and dusk. Tarpon feed hard on moving tide around the bridges after dark; offshore, look for the color change and weed lines.
Where should you fish in Miami?
Focus on Biscayne Bay flats, bridges, reef line, and the Gulf Stream edge. Fly and live bait on the flats, live shrimp and crabs for tarpon at the bridges, trolling and kite fishing offshore.
How do I know if it's a good day to fish in Miami?
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