Mahi-Mahi Fishing in Miami
Florida
Mahi-Mahi is one of the species anglers target most around Miami, Florida. MyFishingBuds matches you with local anglers who chase Mahi-Mahi on Biscayne Bay and Government Cut so you can share a boat, split costs, and learn the water faster.
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Mahi-Mahi at a glance
- Scientific name
- Coryphaena hippurus
- IGFA record
- 87 lbs
- Max length
- 72 in
- Preferred water temp
- 72–84°F
When to fish Miami
Miami fishes year-round but the offshore calendar is what most anglers come for: sailfish peak December-March (the cold-front bite), Mahi run May-July, and blackfin tuna are catchable all year on the humps and offshore wrecks. Tarpon migrate through Biscayne Bay April-July and stage at Government Cut. Bonefish and permit are most catchable in the warm months (April-October) on the Biscayne flats. Snook stay open most of the year (closed December 15-January 31 in the Atlantic) and the urban canals fish best in the cool months when fish push into deeper, warmer water.
→ Today's best fishing times in Miami (sunrise, sunset & moon)Where to fish for Mahi-Mahi in Miami
- 📍 Biscayne Bay
- 📍 Government Cut
- 📍 Stiltsville flats
- 📍 Haulover Inlet
- 📍 Offshore Gulf Stream
🪪 Florida fishing license
Anglers targeting Mahi-Mahi in Miami need a valid Florida fishing license. Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our complete guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
Florida fishing license cost 2026 →Mahi-Mahi in Miami: FAQ
Do I need a fishing license to catch Mahi-Mahi in Miami?▾
Yes. Anglers fishing in Miami need a valid Florida fishing license (with the right freshwater or saltwater privileges for where you fish). Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our Florida guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
When is the best time to fish for Mahi-Mahi near Miami?▾
Miami fishes year-round but the offshore calendar is what most anglers come for: sailfish peak December-March (the cold-front bite), Mahi run May-July, and blackfin tuna are catchable all year on the humps and offshore wrecks. Tarpon migrate through Biscayne Bay April-July and stage at Government Cut. Bonefish and permit are most catchable in the warm months (April-October) on the Biscayne flats. Snook stay open most of the year (closed December 15-January 31 in the Atlantic) and the urban canals fish best in the cool months when fish push into deeper, warmer water.
How do I find a Mahi-Mahi fishing buddy in Miami?▾
Create a free MyFishingBuds profile, set Mahi-Mahi as a target species, and pick Miami as your area. You'll be matched with nearby anglers who target the same species and fish a similar style, so you can plan a trip, share a boat, and split the costs.
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