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Fishing charters in Marathon, FL

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Compare 38 fishing charters in Marathon, Florida — deep sea, offshore & big game and inshore & flats trips, targeting mahi-mahi, snapper and tarpon. See prices, trip lengths and reviews, then book with the captain or a trusted platform.

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Fishing in Marathon

Marathon sits in the middle of the Florida Keys, at the eastern end of the Seven Mile Bridge. From here, boats can reach the Atlantic reef, deep offshore water, Gulf-side wrecks and backcountry flats on the same day.

Bridges and flats

Tarpon gather around the Seven Mile Bridge and other bridges in spring and early summer, often fished at night. The flats hold bonefish and permit, and the backcountry holds snook, redfish and trout.

Reef

The reef line off Marathon is excellent for yellowtail snapper, mutton snapper, grouper and hogfish — steady action and great eating fish.

Offshore

Winter is sailfish time, spring and summer bring mahi-mahi, and blackfin tuna and wahoo round out the offshore menu.

Good to know

Much of the water lies within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, which has protected zones. Licensed charters cover their guests’ fishing licenses; check current Florida FWC rules for reef fish seasons and limits.

Best time to go

Spring (about March to June) is tarpon season at the bridges and the start of mahi-mahi offshore; summer is calm for reef fishing; winter is sailfish and kingfish time; fall is quiet and good for reef and backcountry fishing.

What you can catch

Mahi-mahi10 Snapper10 Tarpon10 Grouper9 Tuna7 Sailfish5 Bonefish & Permit4 Mackerel4 Amberjack2 Yellowtail2 Cobia1 Marlin1 Speckled Trout1 Trout1

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Questions about fishing in Marathon, FL

What fish can you catch in Marathon, FL?

Local captains most often target mahi-mahi, snapper, tarpon, grouper, tuna and sailfish. What’s biting depends on the season — ask your captain when you book.

What kinds of fishing trips are available?

In Marathon, FL you can book deep sea (17), offshore & big game (11), inshore & flats (5) and fly fishing (1) charters.

When is the best time to go fishing in Marathon, FL?

Spring (about March to June) is tarpon season at the bridges and the start of mahi-mahi offshore; summer is calm for reef fishing; winter is sailfish and kingfish time; fall is quiet and good for reef and backcountry fishing.

Do I need a fishing license?

Licensed charter boats usually cover their guests’ fishing licenses — check the listing or ask the captain before your trip.

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