Islamorada Fishing Report: Tarpon, Pelagics, and More - June 14th, 2025

Howdy from Islamorada, this is Artificial Lure with your local fishing rundown for June 14th, 2025—mid-June and the fishin’ is heating up! We’re in full summer mode now, with sunrise kicking off at 6:32 AM and sunset dropping the curtain at 8:13 PM—plenty of daylight to get after it, but expect a solid mix of sunshine and a few passing clouds this weekend. Temps are hanging in the mid-80s with just a light onshore breeze to keep things fresh. Tides this morning are pushing a moderate high around 9:30 AM, with the next low near 3:45 PM—perfect timing for a dawn or dusk run. Tarpon action is still a highlight, with plenty of fish in the backcountry and around the usual haunts. According to the latest reports from Islamorada Tarpon Fishing, the bite’s been solid this past week, with anglers landing some smaller tarpon in the 15-30 pound range. Don’t be surprised if you get a few that jump off the hook right at the boat—these silver kings are feisty and not always picture-perfect! The best action lately is an hour before and after the high tide, especially around mangrove shorelines and channels. Snook fishing’s also been rewarding in the early mornings, with a few big ones lurking in the same areas tarpon favor. If tarpon aren’t your thing, don’t worry—the Gulf is on fire right now. According to Captain Experiences, Spanish mackerel, kingfish, cobia, and big jacks are schooling up, and the Everglades are hot for speckled trout, redfish, and snappers. Offshore? Mahi-mahi, tripletail, and Almaco jacks are hitting the deck for those who venture out, and there’s even talk of some big sharks making appearances. For lures, it’s hard to beat a classic white and chartreuse soft plastic paddle tail for snook and redfish, fished slow and steady near structure. Tarpon? Big streamer flies or live crabs and mullet are the ticket. If you’re after pelagics like mackerel or kingfish, try trolling or casting silver spoons or flashy plugs. As for hot spots, Channel #2 Bridge and Florida Bay are two of the best. The bridge is buzzing with mangrove snapper, grouper, snook, and tarpon, but get there early to beat the crowd. Florida Bay’s backcountry is prime for tarpon, snook, and redfish, and it’s a dream for flats boats and kayaks—just remember you’ll need a park pass to fish there. Thanks for tuning in, folks—tight lines and good eats! Don’t forget to subscribe for your next local fishing fix. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.