Willow & Mangrove (Fly Fishing)
Big Pine Key, Florida
Big Pine Key, Florida, 33040
Willow & Mangrove, founded in 2024, is a premier fly fishing guide service based in the Florida Keys.
Led by Florida native Captain Dylan Taylor, who brings over a decade of guiding experience from across North and South America, the company offers custom-tailored fishing adventures that blend expertise with a deep respect for nature.
Operating from a well-equipped 2002 Maverick Mirage HPX, Captain Dylan spends over 250 days annually on the water, catering to both novice and experienced anglers with his patient, easygoing approach.
Today, the company stands as a testament to Dylan’s passion for fly fishing and his commitment to providing exceptional, environmentally conscious guided experiences in the scenic waters of the Florida Keys.
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Lobstering
(1/2 Day)
$600.00 USD
Starts at: 08:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Spend a half day on the water in Big Pine Key hunting spiny lobster. Perfect for families or first-timers, this trip combines fun, adventure, and the thrill of catching your own dinner.
Price Includes: 3 People
Fly Fishing Trip
(1/2 Day)
$550.00 USD
Starts at: 08:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
A 4-hour fly fishing trip offers a focused experience targeting species like tarpon, bonefish, and permit on the flats. Great for anglers looking for a quick, action-packed outing.
Price Includes: 3 People
Fly Fishing Trip
(3/4 Day)
$700.00 USD
Starts at: 12:00 AM
Duration: 6 hours
Enjoy 6 hours of fly fishing across the Florida Keys flats. This trip allows more time to stalk elusive bonefish, tarpon, and permit, with flexibility to adjust tactics as conditions change.
Price Includes: 3 People
Fly Fishing Trip
(Full Day)
$900.00 USD
Starts at: 12:00 AM
Duration: 8 hours
A full day fly fishing adventure gives you the best chance at chasing the “Grand Slam” of tarpon, bonefish, and permit. With up to 8 hours on the flats, it’s ideal for dedicated anglers.
Price Includes: 3 People
Sandbar Trip
(4 Hours)
$500.00 USD
Starts at: 08:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Relax on a 4-hour sandbar excursion in the Florida Keys. Swim, sunbathe, and enjoy crystal-clear waters — the perfect way to unwind and take in paradise.
Price Includes: 3 People
Charter Features:
Cleaning & Filleting
Upon arrival from your day on the water, your catch will be filleted and bagged for you and your family/friends to take home and enjoy!
Live Bait Well
Our Captain’s boat is equipped with a live bait well, which may be used to hold bait and other smaller fish you may catch.
Rods, Reels, & Tackle
Our Captains are prepared with all the equipment necessary to catch whatever may swim your way! All the rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided to target whatever species you are hoping to catch!
You Keep Catch
Aside from the species required to be released by law and some species that may not be recommended as table fair, whatever fish are landed while out on the water are yours to keep!
What To Bring:
Additional Drinks
Camera
Cash
Hat
Non-Spray Sunscreen
Snacks/Food
Sunglasses
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Boat Specs:
- Year: 2002
- Type: Skiff
- Model: Maverick Mirage HPX
- Engine: 1 x 90HP (Suzuki)
- Capacity: 3 Persons
Types of Fish:
- Barracuda
- Bonito (Atlantic)
- Jack (Almaco)
- Jack (Crevalle)
- Jack (Horse-Eye)
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Mackerel (Cero)
- Mackerel (King)
- Mackerel (Spanish)
- Shark
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Tarpon
Fishing Techniques:
- Drift Fishing
- Jigging
- Light Tackle
- Live Bait Fishing
- Popping
- Spinning
- Trolling
Charter Amenities:
- Child Friendly
- Cooler
Boat Reviews:
Kevin Lawson
One of the best guided fly fishing trips I’ve had in the Keys.
2026-02-25
Rating:
5.0
Daniel Porter
Captain Dylan is a great fly fishing guide. He’s patient with beginners . The flats around Big Pine Key are beautiful and full of fish.
2026-01-16
Rating:
5.0
Jake Morrison
Willow and Mangrove delivered exactly the kind of fly fishing trip I was hoping for. Dylan was calm, encouraging, and extremely knowledgeable.
2025-12-30
Rating:
5.0
Adam Keller
Fantastic day chasing flats fish on fly. Very clear he spends a lot of time studying these waters.
2025-12-20
Rating:
5.0
Sean Whitaker
Dylan is one of the most knowledgeable fly fishing guides I’ve fished with. His understanding of tides, wind, and fish behavior is impressive. He positioned the skiff perfectly and gave great direction when fish appeared.
2025-12-01
Rating:
5.0
Bennett R
A true technical fly fishing trip. Captain Dylan had us stalking shallow water looking for tails and nervous water most of the morning. It felt like hunting. Eventually we connected with a beautiful bonefish on fly.
2025-11-28
Rating:
5.0
Ryan Mitchell
This was my first time fly fishing the Florida Keys and Captain Dylan made it an amazing experience. He was patient with my casting and helped me understand how to read the flats. We had several shots at bonefish and I managed to land one.
2025-11-07
Rating:
5.0
Nathan Alvarez
Incredible fly fishing trip around Big Pine Key. Dylan is a fantastic guide and puts you in the right position for success.
2025-10-17
Rating:
5.0
Chris Hammond
Captain Dylan runs a great fly fishing charter. The skiff was perfect for poling the flats and getting close to fish. I appreciated how much time he spent explaining tides, fish movement, and fly presentation.
2025-09-22
Rating:
5.0
Tyler grant
If you’re looking for a true flats fly fishing experience in the Keys, this is the charter to book. Dylan knows these waters inside and out and was super patient helping me improve my casting. We had multiple shots at permit and hooked a nice barracuda on fly.
2025-08-22
Rating:
5.0
Mark Reynolds
Spent the morning stalking the flats with Captain Dylan and had an incredible fly fishing trip. He put us on tailing fish and coached me through every shot. Landed my first bonefish on fly and it’s something I’ll never forget.
2025-07-30
Rating:
5.0
Ethan Caldwell
Captain Dylan is the real deal when it comes to fly fishing the Keys. His knowledge of the flats around Big Pine Key is impressive, and he was great at helping me position casts when fish showed up. We had several shots at bonefish and finally connected on a beautiful one. Awesome experience.
2025-07-17
Rating:
5.0
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