Patch Reef Fishing Charters out of Robbie's of Islamorada

Some of the best fishing to be had in the Florida Keys lies within swimming distance of the shore, it's what we call Patch Reef fishing. In minutes you'll be on top of mutton snapper, yellowtail, grouper, mackerel and other fun fighting, good tasting fish. Whether its summer or winter these coral outcroppings hold fish. These trips are great fun for everyone whether you are a serious angler looking for that trophy fish for the wall or a family out for an exciting day of rod bending action this is the trip for you.

You simply can't go wrong on the patches if you like mixed bag fishing. You'll be inside the barrier reef, mostly fishing in 12 to 35 feet. Out of Robbie's, for instance, Alligator reef begins at about 3.5 miles, the average depth from the shore to the reef is 15-45 feet. With good water clarity, you can easily sight the shallower patches by their dark coloration. Our experienced guides grew up fishing these coral outcroppings. On every trip you can expect to catch mangrove snappers in the 2-5 pound range. This is light tackle fishing at its finest. Imagine a 26 inch mutton snapper on 12 pound test, but reel fast and keep him from rocking you up on the bottom!