Bully Netting (Lobster) in Duck Key

Upscale island community 8 miles north with excellent access to both Atlantic reefs and Gulf flats for diverse fishing adventures.

Duck Key and the surrounding Hawks Cay area provide convenient access to some of the best fishing grounds in the Middle Keys. This protected area features calm waters and diverse structure, making it ideal for anglers of all experience levels.

The nearby Atlantic reefs offer excellent bottom fishing for snapper and grouper, while the Gulf side features expansive flats perfect for sight-fishing. Target bonefish, permit, and tarpon in the backcountry, or head offshore to the reef for consistent action on yellowtail snapper and other reef species. The calm, protected waters make this area especially productive when weather conditions are challenging elsewhere in the Keys.