How To Catch Them
Dolphin Fishing In Key West
Dolphin fishing is a summer time blast in Key West. While they are caught in the Gulf of Mexico and southern Pacific off Hawaii, Mexico and South America, it is Key West that is famous for summer time dolphin fishing. When we talk about dolphin, we are talking about the dolphin fish, known by most people from their Hawaiian name, mahi mahi or by their Pacific coast name, Dorado. These fish are fast growing and they are prolific breeders. . If you consider the fact that the average lifespan of a dolphin is five years, and that catches over thirty pounds are common, you can see how fast they grow. and Paradise Fishing, Inc. offers comfortable summer day trips aboard our custom 43 foot Torres.
Where do We Fish?
Dolphin are pelagic – that is they roam the open ocean. They prefer the warmer waters of the Gulfstream, but they do venture closer to shore on occasion and can be caught by almost anyone. But the prime location for catching dolphin is the Gulfstream.
The Tackle Requirements
Most anglers will have the following tackle on board when seeking dolphin:
•Rods and Reels
•Trolling rods in the 30 pound class.
•Matching conventional reels spooled with 25 to 30 pound monofilament line.
•Spinning rods and matching reels in the same line class,
•Lighter spinning or casting rods and reels for shoolies near the boat.
•Terminal Tackle
•Leaders usually made from 50 to 70 pound test wire, or 80 pound test monofilament. The reason for a wire leader is that other species than dolphin (like barracuda) may strike your bait. These leaders are usually six to eight feet in length.
•Hooks for dead or live bait – usually in the 6/0 to 7/0 range in standard hooks for trolling and 7/0 circle hooks for live baiting.
DEEP SEA FISHING on RENEGADE
RENEGADE – is a very fast 34' Hatteras, build with speed and fishing in mind. A modernized classic 1968 34' Hatteras Convertible, designed by the renowned naval architect, Jack Hargrave. Hatteras yachts are preferred by charter captains all over the world for their comfort, seaworthiness and durability. With duel 330 HP cummings engines RENEGADE will take you to your fishing grounds quickly.
FISHING the REEFS and WRECKS
For offshore fun we have a 30 ft SeaVee center console with reliable twin 250 HP Yamaha four stroke engines and all the options needed for fishing. Including a console bathroom.
Flats Fishing With Paradise Fishing
PARTY BOAT FISHING on THE GULFSTREAM IV
Daily Trips from 10 am until 4 pm. Friday and Saturday night fishing from 7:30 pm until 12:30 am
Come fish aboard the Gulfstream IV, our newest vessel! The fastest party boat in Key West.
BOTTOM FISHING on RED BULL
R E D B U L L is a very stable 26' Nordic Tug. RED BULL has a 10 foot wide stern and is 26' foot long, build with comfort and stability in mind. You will find RED BULL is spacious and comfortable for harbor tours, dolphin watching, snorkeling or fishing pleasure. Priced right for everyone. We also offer custom charters for private Key West snorkeling trips, fishing and dolphin watches/encounters
GREAT FOR THE KIDS, "There is something about a tugboat that makes people take to it instantly. Women want to mother it and grown men grin when they see one. Perhaps it's because so many of us learned to love ”Little Toot” a children's story written by Hardie Gramatky. Tugs were always tubby, likeable characters, brightly painted and doers of heroic deeds."