A flats skiff gliding across shallow backcountry water near Key West mangroves, a guide on the poling platform while an angler casts toward a rolling tarpon

Backcountry And Flats Charters

Private charters working the mangrove channels and skinny water within a short run of Stock Island, targeting tarpon, permit, bonefish and snapper on light tackle (see the backcountry and flats guide).

Short answer

Every charter here is private and runs about four hours. Prices and free-cancellation terms sit on each tour's own booking page.

Every Backcountry And Flats Charter, Sorted By Reviews

Best-rated Key West trips

Private Inshore, Channel Trolling

4 hours · Backcountry and flats charters

5 72 verified reviews

Private half-day inshore charter in Key West, fishing the backcountry flats and channels for tarpon, snapper, sharks and more. Tackle provided; check FWC rules on whether you need a personal saltwater license.

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Tarpon Flats Charter, Ramrod Key

Tarpon Flats Charter, Ramrod Key

5 45 verified reviews

4 hours

Private four-hour charter out of Ramrod Key, in the heart of the Keys' tarpon country. Fish the flats and backcountry shallows for migratory tarpon, plus bonefish, permit and snapper. Rated 5 stars across 45 reviews, with free cancellation.

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Private Backcountry, Coolers Included

Private Backcountry, Coolers Included

5 19 verified reviews

4 hours

Four-hour private backcountry charter out of Key West, working the shallow flats and channels for tarpon, permit, snapper and sharks. Tackle, bait and local know-how come with the boat, and free cancellation applies.

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Private Bay Boat, Live Bait Included

Private Bay Boat, Live Bait Included

5 14 verified reviews

4 hours

A private four-hour inshore charter out of Key West, holding a 5-star rating across 14 reviews. It is just your group aboard, fishing the flats and backcountry waters with rods, tackle and bait provided; check FWC rules for the personal Florida saltwater fishing license you may need. Free cancellation applies.

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Want To Fish Offshore Instead?

Chase mahi-mahi and tuna out past the reef on an offshore charter, or keep costs low on a shared party boat trip.

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