Marathon fishing charters
Inshore, backcountry and tarpon online, plus reef and offshore by phone.
Book a local captain in Marathon. Inshore trips for snook, redfish and snapper start at $650 for 4 hours, $750 for 6 hours and $850 for 8 hours. Backcountry trips for bonefish, permit and redfish start at $575 for 4 hours and $650 for 6 hours. Tarpon trips start at $650 for 4 hours. Reef and offshore trips are booked by phone.
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Book your Marathon fishing trips today: inshore, backcountry and tarpon online, reef and offshore by phone.
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Questions? Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm. Your guide or captain confirms the meeting spot and start time with you before the trip. Distances are straight-line estimates; drive times vary with traffic.
What fishing charters can you book in Marathon?
iOutdoors books inshore, backcountry, tarpon, reef and offshore fishing trips in Marathon. Inshore trips for snook, redfish and snapper start at $650 for 4 hours, $750 for 6 hours and $850 for 8 hours. Backcountry trips for bonefish, permit and redfish start at $575 for 4 hours and $650 for 6 hours. Tarpon trips start at $650 for 4 hours. Reef and offshore trips are booked by phone at (407) 392-4593.
Compare Marathon fishing trips
| Inshore | Backcountry · Marathon | Tarpon · Marathon | Reef · Marathon | Offshore · Marathon | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where | Middle Keys | Florida Bay flats | Bridges & channels | Coral reef | Atlantic & Gulf Stream |
| Main target | Snook, redfish and snapper | Bonefish, permit and redfish | Tarpon | Snapper, grouper and kingfish | Mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo |
| Trip lengths | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4 or 6 h | 4 h | 4, 6 or 8 h | 4, 6 or 8 h |
| Price | From $650 (4 h), $750 (6 h), $850 (8 h) | From $575 (4 h), $650 (6 h) | From $650 (4 h) | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 | Call to book: (407) 392-4593 |
| License | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Best for | Families, first-timers | Sight fishing on the flats | A big fight | Families, fish for dinner | Bigger fish |
| Book inshore | Book backcountry | Book tarpon | Book reef | Book offshore |
What’s biting in Marathon by season
Florida Keys fishing calendarWinter Dec–Feb
- Inshore: Snook and snapper on warmer days
- Backcountry: Redfish and bonefish on warm days
- Tarpon: Off season
- Reef: Kingfish and grouper
- Offshore: Sailfish season
Spring Mar–May
- Inshore: Snook and redfish get active
- Backcountry: Bonefish and permit on the flats
- Tarpon: Tarpon season starts
- Reef: Mutton snapper
- Offshore: Mahi start to show
Summer Jun–Aug
- Inshore: Snapper and snook; early starts beat the heat
- Backcountry: Permit and bonefish; early starts
- Tarpon: Peak tarpon season
- Reef: Snapper on the reef
- Offshore: Mahi on the weed lines
Fall Sep–Nov
- Inshore: Redfish and snook
- Backcountry: Bonefish and redfish
- Tarpon: Late-season tarpon
- Reef: Grouper and snapper
- Offshore: Wahoo and kingfish
What you can catch in Marathon
Inshore and backcountry trips fish the flats, channels and bridges of the Middle Keys and Florida Bay. Tarpon trips fish the bridges and channels in season. Reef and offshore trips are booked by phone.
- Inshore: snook, redfish and snapper, depending on the season.
- Backcountry: bonefish, permit and redfish, depending on the season.
- Tarpon: tarpon, depending on the season.
- Reef (by phone): snapper, grouper and kingfish, depending on the season.
- Offshore (by phone): mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo, depending on the season.
Redfish
Red drumOn the grass flats and shorelines, all year.
Mangrove snapper
Gray snapperAround mangroves, bridges and the reef.
Bonefish
Gray ghostOn shallow Keys flats; spooky and fast.
Permit
PermitOn flats and wrecks; a prized catch.
Mutton snapper
Mutton snapperOn the reef, best in spring.
Black grouper
Black grouperOn reefs and ledges.
Kingfish
King mackerelOn the reefs and along the coast in the warmer months.
Mahi-mahi
DolphinfishSpring and summer offshore, often under weed lines.
Wahoo
WahooFast offshore fish, best in the cooler months.
Seasons, size and bag limits apply to many species: see the FWC saltwater fishing regulations.
Where you’ll fish
Open in Google Maps: Seven Mile Bridge · Florida Bay
Inshore, backcountry and tarpon: the flats, channels and bridges around Marathon and Florida Bay. Your captain confirms the meeting spot and start time before the trip.
Reef and offshore: the reef and the Atlantic (book by phone).
How to plan your Marathon fishing trip
Marathon sits in the Middle Keys, at the east end of the Seven Mile Bridge.
Which trip should we book?
Inshore (online): snook, redfish and snapper. Backcountry (online): bonefish, permit and redfish. Tarpon (online): tarpon. Reef (by phone): snapper, grouper and kingfish. Offshore (by phone): mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo. Inshore and reef trips suit families and first-timers.
How long should we go?
4 hours is a good first trip and works well with kids. 6 or 8 hours gives the captain time to move between spots and wait for the tide.
Booking by phone
Reef and offshore trips aren’t booking online right now. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book one.
Marathon fishing charter FAQ
How much does a fishing charter in Marathon cost?
Inshore trips start at $650 for 4 hours, $750 for 6 hours, $850 for 8 hours. Backcountry trips start at $575 for 4 hours, $650 for 6 hours. Tarpon trips start at $650 for 4 hours. The booking calendar shows the exact price for your date and group.
What can I catch in Marathon?
Inshore: snook, redfish and snapper. Backcountry: bonefish, permit and redfish. Tarpon: tarpon. Reef: snapper, grouper and kingfish. Offshore: mahi-mahi, sailfish and wahoo, depending on the season.
Can I book reef fishing in Marathon?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book a reef trip (4, 6 or 8 hours).
Can I book offshore fishing in Marathon?
Yes, by phone. Call (407) 392-4593, 9 am – 6 pm, to book an offshore trip (4, 6 or 8 hours).
Are these trips good for kids and first-timers?
Yes. Inshore and reef trips fish calmer water close to shore, and your captain sets up the rods and helps every step of the way.
Do I need a fishing license?
No. On saltwater trips the captain’s license covers you.
What’s included?
Inshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Backcountry trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Tarpon trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Reef trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Offshore trips include the licensed captain, fishing license, rods, reels, tackle, bait and fuel. Not included: the tip (10–20% is customary) and food and drinks.
What happens if the weather is bad?
If the guide or captain cancels for weather, you get a full refund or a free reschedule.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 72 hours before your trip.
