The Gold Cup Invitational Tarpon tournament is the one of the oldest Tarpon tournaments in the United States. The Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament is known worldwide, wherever anglers pursue the Silver King with a fly. The Gold Cup is an all release, fly fishing invitational that has attracted many premier fly fishermen and guides throughout its 37 year history. The tournament participants range from the expert to the novice who is trying to improve his fishing skills.
All participants share one common interest - a passion for tarpon fishing.
2001 will mark the tournament's 38th anniversary. The tournament will be held June 18th through June 22nd in Islamorada in the Florida Keys. The tournament is limited to 25 anglers. Awards will be given for various categories and will consist of artwork by notable wildlife artists, as well as fishing tackle and accessories. The Grand Champion will also have his name engraved on the perpetual trophy alongside past champions that read like the who's who of saltwater flyfishing.