Stray Cat Charters (Inshore)
Islamorada, Florida
81576 Overseas Highway, Islamorada, Florida, 33036
Are you looking for the ultimate Florida Keys fishing adventure? Look no further!
When you fish with us you’ll be fishing for Bonefish, Tarpon, Redfish, Snook, Permit, Sailfish, Cobia, and more.
Captain Chris has over 40 years of fishing and guiding experience in the Florida Keys. His extensive knowledge of the area ensures a great fishing trip.
We offer exciting fishing trips for everyone, from beginners to experts, including individuals, families, and groups. You can enjoy year-round sportfishing in places like the inshore flats and channels of Islamorada, the reefs, Florida Bay, and Everglades National Park.
Captain Chris’s nearshore boat, the “Stray Cat,” is a 24 ft Everglades center console with a powerful 250 HP Mercury engine and top-notch electronics to quickly get you to the fish. This spacious boat can comfortably accommodate up to four guests for a safe and exciting fishing trip. The “Stray Cat” is perfect for fishing local inshore waters and bays, and it also offers excellent nearshore fishing. Its outriggers make it great for trolling, and the large live bait tank allows for kite fishing for Sailfish when conditions are right.
Captain Chris will provide you with the tackle and expertise to have an unforgettable time on the water. All trips use light tackle, and you can fish with live bait, spinning, or fly methods.
Book your fishing adventure today!
×
Book Now
Guests
Book Your Trip
Half Day Fishing Trip
(Inshore)
$950.00 USD
Starts at: 07:30 AM
Duration: 4 hours
Hop aboard the 243 Everglades for a four-hour fishing trip in the stunning waters of Islamorada. You can choose to fish either inshore or nearshore, based on your preference.
All trips include everything you need, such as bait, tackle, and a cooler with ice to keep your catch fresh, whether you’re fishing near the shore or venturing a bit farther out.
This shorter trip is great for the whole family and will have you back to the dock before lunch!
Price Includes: 4 People
Sunset Tarpon Fishing
(4 Hours)
$950.00 USD
Starts at: 05:00 PM
Duration: 4 hours
Join us for our four-hour Sunset Tarpon fishing adventure in the beautiful waters of Islamorada!
Get on the evening bite and get ready to reel in the SILVER KING!
Price Includes: 4 People
Full Day Fishing
(Inshore)
$1200.00 USD
Starts at: 07:00 AM
Duration: 8 hours
Jump on the 243 Everglades for an eight-hour fishing adventure in the beautiful Islamorada waters and enjoy the ultimate fishing adventure in the Florida Keys with Stray Cat Charters!
With a full day on the water, Captain Chris ensures you have plenty of time to target your fishing dreams.
Price Includes: 4 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
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Boat Specs:
- Length: 24'
- Year: 2005
- Type: Center Console
- Model: Everglades
- Engine: 1 x 250HP (Mercury)
- Capacity: 4 Persons
Types of Fish:
- Barracuda
- Bonefish
- Cobia
- Drum (Redfish)
- Grouper (Goliath)
- Jack (Almaco)
- Jack (Crevalle)
- Permit
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Tarpon
Fishing Techniques:
- Fly Fishing
- Jigging
- Kite Fishing
- Light Tackle
Charter Amenities:
- Child Friendly
- Cooler
Boat Reviews:
Jordan Mitchell
Hands down the best tarpon fishing trip of my life. We fished bridges and flats, and I hooked the biggest tarpon I’ve ever seen. Captain Chris is a master of his craft.
2024-08-25
Rating:
5.0
Vanessa Allen
Despite the summer heat, Chris knew exactly where the tarpon were hanging. We chased rolling fish all morning and got two solid hookups. 10/10 experience!
2024-07-06
Rating:
5.0
Rob Jenkins
This charter was all about big tarpon. We had nonstop action all morning—blowups, jumps, drag screaming. Chris is a total expert and made the whole trip run smoothly.
2024-05-29
Rating:
5.0
Emily Chen
First time tarpon fishing and I’m officially addicted. Chris found clean water, and I had a massive tarpon jump six times before we landed it. Best experience ever.
2024-04-12
Rating:
5.0
Justin Patel
Hooked into a 100+ pound tarpon that took us for a ride! Chris has a sixth sense for finding fish. This was my third tarpon trip, and by far the most exciting.
2024-03-21
Rating:
5.0
Claire Winters
Epic morning chasing tarpon with Captain Chris! He explained the tide, wind, and bait pattern like a pro. We got multiple eats on live mullet and even had a double hookup at one point.
2024-02-09
Rating:
5.0
Luis Fernandez
We hooked three tarpon and landed two—couldn’t believe the power behind those fish. Chris’s gear is top-notch and he’s patient with anglers of all skill levels. Best charter I’ve been on!
2024-01-17
Rating:
5.0
Danielle Knight
Unreal tarpon trip! Captain Chris put me on my bucket list fish and coached me through every run and jump. That Everglades boat is perfect for sneaking up quietly in the shallows.
2023-12-15
Rating:
5.0
Marcus Grant
What a thrill! We saw pods of tarpon cruising and Chris helped me sight-cast to a monster. The fight lasted nearly 40 minutes. He knows these waters like the back of his hand.
2023-11-28
Rating:
5.0
Hannah Morrison
Captain Chris got us on tarpon just after sunrise—my arms are still sore! The fish were rolling like crazy, and I landed my first ever silver king. Absolute dream come true!
2023-11-04
Rating:
5.0
Gael Simon
Went after the tarpon on this 4 hour expedition, ended up with snook, a few jacks, and a shark, had a blast and learned a lot about how to fish these waters.
2023-10-27
Rating:
5.0
Amir Reed
Thanks Captain Chris, you helped us catch the tarpon we were looking for, very professional and friendly.
2023-03-08
Rating:
5.0
Jordan Sanchez
Captain Chris helped me find the trout I was after, limited out on the day with extra time to catch different species.
2022-12-07
Rating:
5.0
Landon Brown
We fish with Captain Chris every year, he is great with my kids, he really knows the islamorada waters well, it's the highlight of our trip.
2022-09-14
Rating:
5.0
Easton Jones
We were going after the tarpon, hoping to catch it fly fishing but it was too windy, Captain Chris Barron had a good plan with live bait to catch a few monster tarpon.
2022-07-22
Rating:
5.0
Luca Martin
We were originally targeting tarpon however we spent some time of our 4 hours catching bait, great captain but I wish we hooked into more tarpon, only got 1 to the boat the whole day.
2022-02-17
Rating:
3.0
Colton Perez
Enjoyed fishing with Captain Chris, we caught ladyfish, tarpon, barracuda, and jacks thank you stray cat!
2022-01-31
Rating:
5.0
Hosea Myer
Great day on the water, caught tons of different species. Told a few of my friends, we are planning a guys day sometime soon.
2021-07-29
Rating:
5.0
Jeremiah Fisher
Great day fishing with Captain Chris Barron, fished in the everglades national park, we were going after salt water trout, kept trying the spots until we found a good one.
2021-07-06
Rating:
5.0
Parker Webber
Had a great time fishing with Stray Cats charters, worked hard to catch us the tarpon we were going after.
2021-05-15
Rating:
5.0
x
SUBSCRIBE NOW
FOR A CHANCE TO WIN FREE FISHING CHARTERS, REEL GUIDES MERCH, AND MORE!