Fall/ Winter Season is Upon Us

Fall/Winter season is upon us, and that means a big shift for anglers in the Keys. Summertime is officially over, and with the arrival of cold fronts, the fishing closer to the reef heats up. The winter season is one of the best times to fish here, with more variety, less running offshore, and plenty of action within just a few miles of the dock.

Colder water temperatures start the winter migration of big smoker King Mackerels, Blackfin Tunas, Wahoos, Sailfish, and a whole abundance of baitfish along the reef top. It’s an exciting time of year because you can be catching a sailfish less than three miles from shore instead of steaming 20 miles or more offshore like in the summer months. Fishing is HOT—come on down and get some!

Of course, seasonal changes don’t just affect the fish. Cooler weather and heavier seas can be tough on boats too, which is why many anglers take time to handle maintenance before winter really sets in. In South Florida, mobile services like Boat Repair Miami keep boats ready for action year-round, traveling up and down the coast to make sure engines, electrical systems, and hulls are in gerat condition. A little preparation goes a long way toward making sure the only surprise you get this season is the size of the fish on your line.