Photo courtesy of the Florida Sports Foundation
Bonefish are plentiful in beautiful Islamorada.
THE BEST FISHING AND BOATING CAN BE FOUND IN FLORIDA An abundance of lakes, rivers and, of course, the ocean makes the Sunshine State a perfect place to get active on the water By Jill Pillow
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ith more than 7,700 lakes, 10,550 miles of rivers and 2,276 miles of shoreline, Florida’s fishing options are second-to-none. Thus, it’s no surprise the Sunshine State is often called the Fishing Capital of the World. Florida’s 1,350 miles of saltwater coastline features diverse fish habitats enabling anglers to catch hundreds of beautiful species in picturesque locals. In fact, more world-record fish are caught in Florida waters than anywhere else in the world. Not to be outdone, Florida is also known as the Boating Capital of the World as it possesses more registered boats than
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any U.S. state. With so many excellent aquatic destinations across the state, Florida is the perfect place to grab your fishing gear, hop in a boat and enjoy a day on the water.
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Destin has earned the nickname The World’s Luckiest Fishing Village because it is home to some of the best saltwater fishing in the United States. Destin’s close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico allows quick access to the gulf’s incredible fishing opportunities. Anglers reap the benefits of generous amounts of fish that reside in the area @SportsPlanGuide #SportsPG
