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Fishing Piers · Key West, FL

Fishing Piers in Key West

2 listings · ranked by rating & reviews · updated 2026

Fishing piers are among the easiest ways to get on the water without a boat - a stable platform out over the surf or a bay, often with railings, benches, lights for night fishing and a bait shop nearby. Many public piers are free to walk and fish, while some municipal and private piers charge a modest daily fishing fee, and a state saltwater or freshwater license may still be required depending on the pier and state. They are a favorite for families and beginners because the access is simple and you can catch a real variety of species right from the deck. The listings here help you find piers by city and state, with what to expect on arrival.

Below are 2 fishing piers listings in Key West, FL, ranked by Google review volume so you can start with the most established options and contact them directly. The most-reviewed is Edward B. Knight Pier (4.7★, 1,109 Google reviews).

Typical pricing in Key West

Typical Key West charter pricing: roughly $650-$1,800 - a half-day reef or flats trip at the low end, a full-day offshore or premium flats guide at the top. Flats skiffs are usually private and priced per boat; confirm the all-in rate with the operator.

See our full guide to fishing in Key West for neighborhoods, local pricing and how to choose.

Top fishing piers listings in Key West

  1. 1
    Edward B. Knight Pier
    Charters

    Edward B. Knight Pier

    Key West

    Fishing pier in Key West, FL · 4.7★ (1109).

    ★ 4.7 · 1,109View →
  2. 2
    Higgs Beach Memorial Pier
    Charters

    Higgs Beach Memorial Pier

    Key West

    Fishing pier in Key West, FL · 4.5★ (156).

    ★ 4.5 · 156View →

FAQ

Fishing Piers in Key West - common questions

How many fishing piers are there in Key West? +
Lure Compass lists 2 listings for fishing piers in Key West, FL.
Who has the best-rated fishing piers in Key West? +
By Google review volume, Edward B. Knight Pier is the most-reviewed fishing piers listing in Key West (4.7★, 1,109 reviews). Rankings follow review count, not paid placement.
Do you need a license to fish off a pier? +
It depends on the pier and the state. Some public piers operate under a blanket license that covers everyone fishing from them, while at others each angler needs their own state license. Check the pier operator or your state wildlife agency for the specific rule before you fish.
Are fishing piers free? +
Many public piers are free to fish, but some municipal and privately run piers charge a daily fishing fee, and there may be a separate parking cost. Fees, hours and any license requirement vary by location - confirm with the pier before you go.
What can you catch from a fishing pier? +
That varies by region and season, and pier regulars are usually happy to share what is biting. Reviews and listings here can point you to well-reviewed piers by city and state, but the pier operator or a nearby bait shop is your best source for current conditions and what is running.
How much does a fishing charter cost in Key West? +
Key West charters typically run about $650-$1,800 depending on trip length and boat - half-day reef trips at the low end, full-day offshore or premium flats guides at the top. Flats skiffs are usually priced per boat for two anglers. Confirm the all-in price with the operator.
What is the Key West grand slam? +
Landing a tarpon, a permit and a bonefish in a single day on the flats is the inshore grand slam Key West is famous for. It is a sight-fishing pursuit with a flats guide - ask guides about their approach and the season for each species.
Flats trip or offshore trip in Key West? +
Flats skiffs sight-fish the shallows for tarpon, permit and bonefish; offshore and reef boats target sailfish, mahi, snapper and grouper. They are different boats and different captains, so book by the fishery you want.
Where do Key West charters depart from? +
Most run from the Key West Historic Seaport (the Bight) and Stock Island. The ranked list below covers the area by review volume and rating.

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