The Southbound
The Key West fishing charter boat SOUTHBOUND is a 40 ft. custom fiberglass sport fisherman built in Key West for the waters of Key West.
Sport Fishing
For Beginners to Experts!
We have everything from 80 lb. trolling rods to 15 lb. spinning reels. Our preferred tackle while trolling is 30 lb. test line. This has proven to be a great all-around line size. It’s not too small for the big fish and still light enough to allow smaller fish to put up a great fight.
We’ve successfully landed Blue and White Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Dolphin, Barracuda, Tuna, Grouper and Snapper fishing with 30 lb. tackle.
For the more experienced angler, 15 and 20 lb. spinning tackle is available.
Comfortable!
The SOUTHBOUND has the latest in marine electronics including GPS, Chart plotter, Radar, Color Depth Sounder, VHF Radio, and cell phone.
Fast!
Less running time means more Fishing time!
700 HP generated by SOUTHBOUND’s twin Caterpillar diesel engines gives Southbound the speed to get to the fishing grounds faster.
With a top speed of 27 kts and a 20 kt cruise, you’ll be fishing before other boats get there!
Experienced
As Captain and owner of the SOUTHBOUND, I’ve been fishing the waters of Key West for over 30+ years.
I have a U.S. Coast Guard Masters Captains License that allows me to operate vessels up to 100 tons.
Before owning the SOUTHBOUND, operated the M/V Can’t Miss, a 75 ft bottom fishing boat here in Key West. The largest boat to ever enter the Garrison Bight
ALL bait, tackle and fishing licenses are included in the cost of a charter. Customers bring their own food and drink, however, cooler space and the ice to keep it cold are provided.
Blog
Latest Key West Catches & Fishing Reports
Late-Season Mahi Fishing:
Why Fall Can Still Deliver Big Hits A nice catch of Mahi is always a good day, but a Sailfish Release makes a good day Better! When most anglers think of mahi-mahi — also known as dolphin or dorado — they picture the peak summer months in Key West. Warm water, long...
The Weather
The Weather is something you can’t control There are a lot of things that a Captain can control on a fishing trip. What kind of bait to use, when to leave, and when to return? What type of fish to target? How fast to troll or where to anchor and more. But the...
Live Bait fishing on the Reef
Using Live Ballyhoo on the Reef off Key West One of my favorite ways of fishing is to catch and use live Ballyhoo on the reef this time of year. A Ballyhoo is a small common baitfish found in these waters. Everything, from Yellowtail snapper to Blue Marlin will eat a...