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October 17, 2025
Bonefish — also known as the Grey Ghost of the Flats — are one of our favorite species to target in the Florida Keys and Key West. Found in very shallow water, bonefish offer some of the best sight-fishing opportunities anywhere.
Bonefish — also known as the Grey Ghost of the Flats — are one of our favorite species to target in the Florida Keys and Key West. Found in very shallow water, bonefish offer some of the best sight-fishing opportunities anywhere. They’re known for their drag-screaming, lightning-fast runs and their eagerness to eat a well-placed fly or lure.
Not long ago, bonefish numbers were dangerously low in the Keys. But thanks to major conservation efforts throughout the Florida Keys and many Caribbean nations, the population has made a strong comeback. In recent years, the Lower Keys have seen a dramatic increase in both bonefish numbers and average size. Many guides and anglers believe the big bonefish are officially back.
We’re able to target bonefish year-round in Key West and the Lower Keys, but certain conditions consistently make for better fishing. Prime bonefish fishing typically occurs in the spring, summer, and fall.
Bonefish are an excellent target for anglers looking to test their skills. They’re extremely aware of their surroundings — constantly evading sharks and barracuda — and will creep onto shallow flats at lower tide stages in search of crabs and shrimp. We often find them tailing on grass flats or prowling sandy edges for food.
Bonefish combine everything flats anglers love: visual shots, technical casting, challenging fish behavior, and high-speed runs once hooked. Every encounter is a learning moment — and every successful connection feels earned.
They reward patience, sharp eyesight, and quiet movement. If you’re looking to improve your sight-fishing skills, bonefish are the ultimate teacher.
Depending on light, tide, and weather, we may fish:
Each flat behaves differently depending on tidal height, cloud cover, and wind speed. Understanding these variables is a huge part of consistently finding fish.
Most bonefishing involves:
Bonefish require precision. They’ll refuse a fly if it’s too close, too far, too loud, or moving unnaturally. But when everything lines up, the reward is unbeatable — a blistering run across a shallow flat.
Bonefish trips also offer a great opportunity to sharpen your ability to:
For bonefish, we typically use:
Spin anglers can also target bonefish using:
All gear is provided if you don’t want to bring your own.
Bonefish can be caught year-round, but the best conditions tend to be:
Ideal bonefish conditions include:
Cloud cover and high winds can make spotting fish more difficult, but we’ll adjust spots and strategy accordingly.
Bonefishing rewards guides who understand the subtle behavior of fish in shallow water. Jesse combines patience, sharp eyesight, and years of experience poling the Lower Keys flats — giving his anglers the best opportunities to connect with these incredible fish.
Whether you’re chasing your first bonefish or honing your skills for bigger challenges ahead, Jesse’s approach is calm, instructional, and fully focused on elevating your experience.
If you’re ready for some of the most exciting sight fishing in the Keys, let’s get your dates on the books.
Call/Text: (407) 448-2017
Email: Capt.JesseRegister@live.com
(407) 448-2017
Let’s get your trip on the books. Send over a few details and I’ll reach out personally to lock in your dates.