October 2026 Yellowtail Snapper Fishing Report: Key West, FL

Magic spent a full week fishing for yellowtail snapper in Key West, and everyone on board was catching them.

The calm waters of the Western Channel produced big yellowtail and excellent action all week long.

Yellowtail Snapper in the Western Channel

The yellowtail action was excellent. These were big, hard fighting fish that put every guest to the test.

Everyone aboard Magic was catching yellowtail snapper.

The Western Channel stayed calm all week, which made for a great week of fishing in Key West.

Frankie's First Yellowtail

Congratulations to Frankie on catching his first yellowtail aboard Magic!

It's always special to watch a young angler land that first fish. Way to go, Frankie.

One of Key West's Tastiest Fish

Yellowtail snapper is one of the tastiest fish you can catch in Key West.

They fight hard on the line and they are just as good on the table.

Thank You to Our Guests

Great boat, great crew, and an awesome week of yellowtail fishing.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Magic.

Come Catch Yellowtail Aboard Magic

Come experience the excitement and catch one of Key West's tastiest fish, the yellowtail snapper.

Fish aboard Magic, a 42 foot Hatteras, with Capt. Barry Speiler. Call (305) 988-9419 or see available dates and book online.

Fishing solo or with a small group? Party trips are $250 per person. Call Tamara to hold your spot.

Tight lines, Key West.