Fishing in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale coastline offers a wide
array of game fish. One of the best parts of
fishing here is that you don't have to go
far out to get to the deep water fishing
grounds. We have an abundant coral reef
system and thirty feet to 100 feet and
consistently gets deeper from there on.
Crystal blue waters offer reef fishing,
shipwreck fishing and we are not far from
the gulf-stream.
Fort
Lauderdale fishing attracts all types of
anglers, from passionate salt water anglers
or total newcomers looking to experience the
sport of deep sea fishing.
Children
and family groups are always welcome at Lauderdale
Sport Fishing and it doesn't matter
if you are a seasoned angler or have never
been fishing before. Captain Mike will help
you catch that fish of your life with his
extremely customer friendly attitude so you
ca enjoy your trip to the fullest!
Captain Mike at Lauderdale Sport Fishing has
many years of experience fishing at the Fort
Lauderdale waters so whether it's a
corporate group or you are bringing the
family and kids, let Lauderdale
Sport Fishing be your choice for
sportfishing in South Florida.
Fort Lauderdale Fishing Guide
Fort Lauderdale Fishing Spots
Most common kinds of sportfish in Fort Lauderdale
Sailfish: Florida’s official state saltwater fish, this tackle buster inhabits tropical and subtropical waters. Sailfish usually travel alone or in small groups. The outstanding feature is the long, high first dorsal fin. Known for its high, acrobatic jumps, the sailfish is a favorite of blue-water anglers.
Grouper: A generic name for several deepwater species, these bottom dwellers are important to both recreational and commercial fishermen. Red grouper and gag grouper (sometimes called black grouper) are most popular with anglers. Anglers typically “bottom fish” for these species, but during the cooler months, they can be caught in shallow water by trolling artificial lures.
Snappers: An offshore species usually found in 60 to 440 feet. Red snapper is pinkish to red in color, and its pointed anal fin distinguishes it from other members of the snapper family. Juvenile red snapper once died by the millions in shrimp trawls, but new regulations have helped this species bounce back. Red snapper are considered one of the finest food fish found in Florida waters.
Mackerels: This family includes both king mackerel and its smaller cousin, Spanish mackerel. These fish can be found in the western Atlantic Ocean from Maine to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and into the Gulf of Mexico. One of the state’s top ocean predators, kingfish are the favorite target of tournament fishermen. 
