Come to PAPA II 

4.7
(103 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 3502 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon, FL 33050, United States–

Come to PAPA II 

Marathon, FL, United States
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28 ft
6
4.7
(103 reviews)

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Looking for a unique and exciting fishing adventure in the Florida Keys?  Come aboard our freshly refurbished in 2003 the Cobia powered by 250 Yamaha.
Team up with Johnny Maddox Charters and let this friendly and knowledgeable crew show you the way to some of the best fishing action you’ve ever experienced.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re an inshore or offshore aficionado, whether you’re a pro or a novice – Capt. Johnny can satisfy just about anyone’s fishing appetite. Stay closer to shore and target delicious Yellowtail and Mangrove Snapper, Black Grouper, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, and a variety of Sharks.

Want a different kind of challenge? Book a full-day combo trip and head out offshore to chase all the favorites including Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Cobia, King Mackerel, and that’s just name drop a few. Your guide will have all the top-quality Penn and Shimano rods and reels ready for you, as well as a freshly refurbished and reliable boat to take you to your prey.

Hop aboard a 28' Cobia center console with a 250hp Yamaha engine and the crew will take care of the rest. The vessel can accommodate a group of up to 6 anglers and have them fishing at the same time.

With quality navigational equipment, outriggers, and live bait well, the boat is well-suited for different types of fishing. Capt. Johnny will provide live bait, lures, and fishing licenses for the whole group. All you need to bring for this trip is food, drinks, and sunscreen, the crew will take care of everything else.

Hit the water with Johnny Maddox Charters and your fishing horizons will change forever!

Looking for a unique and exciting fishing adventure in the Florida Keys?  Come aboard our freshly refurbished in 2003 the Cobia powered by 250 Yamaha.
Team up with Johnny Maddox Charters and let this friendly and knowledgeable crew show you the way to some of the best fishing action you’ve ever experienced.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re an inshore or offshore aficionado, whether you’re a pro or a novice – Capt. Johnny can satisfy just about anyone’s fishing appetite. Stay closer to shore and target delicious Yellowtail and Mangrove Snapper, Black Grouper, Tarpon, Spanish Mackerel, and a variety of Sharks.

Want a different kind of challenge? Book a full-day combo trip and head out offshore to chase all the favorites including Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Cobia, King Mackerel, and that’s just name drop a few. Your guide will have all the top-quality Penn and Shimano rods and reels ready for you, as well as a freshly refurbished and reliable boat to take you to your prey.

Hop aboard a 28' Cobia center console with a 250hp Yamaha engine and the crew will take care of the rest. The vessel can accommodate a group of up to 6 anglers and have them fishing at the same time.

With quality navigational equipment, outriggers, and live bait well, the boat is well-suited for different types of fishing. Capt. Johnny will provide live bait, lures, and fishing licenses for the whole group. All you need to bring for this trip is food, drinks, and sunscreen, the crew will take care of everything else.

Hit the water with Johnny Maddox Charters and your fishing horizons will change forever!

Johnny Maddox Charters
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Johnny Maddox Charters
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Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
3 Hour Trip Reef & Inshore AM/PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Grouper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
+7
US $695
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $795
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
US $795
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Combo
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,195
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Catch 'Em All
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $1,495
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.7
103 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (116)

What anglers say

93%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
97%
Good boat
92%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (103)

  • Dan Levine
    Dan Levine
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    slow start, but well worth it!

    3 Hour Trip Reef & Inshore AM/PM on April 29, 2026 • 3 adults

    caught 12+ yellowtail, a triggerfish, 2 suckerfish and 3 grunts (blue and yellow). Some where thrown back due to size or species. had to sit at the fueldock for a bit, but was madeup at end of trip with extra time. Saving them for next years trip to the keys, hope they can accomodate more people gishing, as more than 3 will be fishing. Fished about 5 miles out, on the reef, not much current, but did catch lunch and dinner for the three of us, with 18 yellowtail fillets and 2 triggerfish filets.

  • Gracen Tilton
    Gracen Tilton
    us
    South Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Charter of the Week

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM) on June 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    Brian was absolutely amazing! It was three of us girls going out and he took great care of us! Super personable, excellent knowledge of the waterways and continuous bites throughout the entire day! Would recommend this charter company to everyone - great guys, great time. Thanks again!

  • Don Opferman
    Don Opferman
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Yellowtail Limit!!!

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on February 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    It was a perfect morning on the water! Nice ride out to the Atlantic and in minutes we were catching fish. It didn’t take long until we met our limits for yellow tail, in addition to catching mackerel and a rainbow runner. Brian and Cody were awesome! Thanks for the great trip.

  • Jesse Painter
    Jesse Painter
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome!!

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on January 8, 2026 • 2 adults

    This was ineof the best fishing trips we’ve been on. Caught fish from the time we got there until it was time to keave. We caught our limit before out alotted time was up. Can’t say enough for captain and first mate, they were some if the best! Thank you so much, we had a blast.

  • Wojciech Makowski
    Wojciech Makowski
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing!

    3 Hour Trip Reef & Inshore AM/PM on January 24, 2026 • 3 adults

    Great day on the sea with great fishing! Capitan was exelent!

  • Donald Lawrence
    Donald Lawrence
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Snapper fishing trip

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM) on June 5, 2025 • 3 adults

    We went with Captain Johnny Maddox on a snapper trip and he did not disappoint. Johnny put us on a great catch of fish on a day that wasn't the easiest to fish. We came in with a basket full of snapper when other charters were only bringing in 5-6 fish. I recommend anyone that wants to have a great time catching fish to use Johnny Maddox charters.

  • Mindy Morgan
    Mindy Morgan
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Mother/Son Fun

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on April 8, 2025 • 2 adults

    Alex was a great fishing guide. He was friendly, humorous and very knowledgeable. He took us to some great spots and even kept us dry as a storm approached. This Indiana crew had a great time and went away with some cherished memories and some great tasting fish.

  • Donna Emerson
    Donna Emerson
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome time

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on March 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    Our grandchildren enjoyed their fishing experience tremendously. We caught several sea trout and mangrove snappers and even a bonnet shark and puffer fish. Alex was very knowledgeable.

  • Roger Cottrell
    Roger Cottrell
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great morning of fishing

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on March 9, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Alex was a great guide. He taught us the techniques needed to catch snapper and made it fun. We highly recommend this fishing charter service.

  • Nate Mcghee
    Nate Mcghee
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half a day with Captain Ray

    Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on March 4, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Awesome experience. Met Captains Johnny Ray at the dock and we set off. We fished the gulf side, about 11 miles out. We got to the honey hole and never left. Lost count of how many fish we caught. We brought home a pile of Yellowtail and Porgy, delicious!!! Caught a wide variety of fish: Yellowtail snapper Porgy Puffer fish Mangrove snapper Grouper Grunts Hound fish Hooked onto a Goliath Grouper and a couple mackerel that we lost, almost hooked a shark but it’s bite missed the hook by a few inches. Captain Ray is a cool dude and is really friendly. He introduced us to long-lining which was really fun. I’ll definitely book another trip when I return to the Keys.

FAQs about Come to PAPA II

Come to PAPA II offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $695 per group - 3 Hour Trip Reef & Inshore AM/PM (3 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group - Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,195 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Combo (6 hours)
  • US $1,495 per group - Full Day Trip – Catch 'Em All (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Come to PAPA II, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system BLUETOOTH
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box Large fish box and Coolers
Trips booked with Come to PAPA II include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano)
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water )
  • First mate (Optional)
  • Fishing license
Come to PAPA II offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Come to PAPA II offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Come to PAPA II include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Black)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Yellowtail)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tarpon
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Johnny Maddox Charters
Johnny Maddox Charters
Marathon, Florida, United States
20 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
323 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2015
Capt. Johnny Maddox runs offshore game fishing trips around the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys. With over 50 years of fishing experience, Capt. Johnny has extensive knowledge of the local fisheries and techniques that work. At an early age, Capt. Johnny was fishing with his dad in the Pay lakes in Southern Ohio, looking for Catfish and Blue Gills. He has also fished the bayou outside of New Orleans for Redfish, and went out to the oil rigs for Amberjack and Grouper, among other species. He then went over to Jacksonville, FL, in 1977 and fell for the blue water.
Our Team
Johnny M.
Johnny M.
Captain
Rip S.
Rip S.
Captain
Rip S.
Rip S.
Business partner
Brian P.
Brian P.
Captain
Johnny Maddox Charters
Johnny Maddox Charters
Fully verified
20
reports
323
reviews
2015
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Johnny Maddox runs offshore game fishing trips around the beautiful waters of the Florida Keys. With over 50 years of fishing experience, Capt. Johnny has extensive knowledge of the local fisheries and techniques that work. At an early age, Capt. Johnny was fishing with his dad in the Pay lakes in Southern Ohio, looking for Catfish and Blue Gills. He has also fished the bayou outside of New Orleans for Redfish, and went out to the oil rigs for Amberjack and Grouper, among other species. He then went over to Jacksonville, FL, in 1977 and fell for the blue water.
The crew
Johnny M.
Johnny M.
Captain
Rip S.
Rip S.
Captain
Rip S.
Rip S.
Business partner
Brian P.
Brian P.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
Permit
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Yellowtail Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Tarpon
Tarpon
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Cobia
Cobia
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • A variety of fish including two large grouper and numerous yellowtail snapper displayed on a fillet table at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Grouper
    Gracen T.
    Gracen T.
    Brian was absolutely amazing! It was three of us girls going out and he took great care of us! Super personable, excellent knowledge of the waterways and continuous bites throughout the entire day! Would recommend this charter company to everyone - great guys, great time. Thanks again!
  • Multiple reef fish, including yellowtail snapper, arranged on a fillet table at a marina dock beside charter boats.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Dan L.
    Dan L.
    caught 12+ yellowtail, a triggerfish, 2 suckerfish and 3 grunts (blue and yellow). Some where thrown back due to size or species. had to sit at the fueldock for a bit, but was madeup at end of trip with extra time. Saving them for next years trip to the keys, hope they can accomodate more people gishing, as more than 3 will be fishing. Fished about 5 miles out, on the reef, not much current, but did catch lunch and dinner for the three of us, with 18 yellowtail fillets and 2 triggerfish filets.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of various snapper species on a board after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Doug J.
    Doug J.
  • Two anglers proudly display their catch of colorful Yellowtail Snapper on a cleaning table after a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Don O.
    Don O.
    It was a perfect morning on the water! Nice ride out to the Atlantic and in minutes we were catching fish. It didn’t take long until we met our limits for yellow tail, in addition to catching mackerel and a rainbow runner. Brian and Cody were awesome! Thanks for the great trip.
  • Two anglers proudly display their catch of various fish on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful day of sport fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mutton Snapper
    Wojciech M.
    Wojciech M.
    Great day on the sea with great fishing! Capitan was exelent!
  • A group of anglers displaying a catch of several yellowtail snapper neatly arranged on a cleaning table at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Jesse P.
    Jesse P.
    This was ineof the best fishing trips we’ve been on. Caught fish from the time we got there until it was time to keave. We caught our limit before out alotted time was up. Can’t say enough for captain and first mate, they were some if the best! Thank you so much, we had a blast.
  • Two anglers pose beside a neatly arranged catch of multiple yellowtail snapper on a dockside fillet table.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Brandon S.
    Brandon S.
    Captain Johnny was great and loved our trip! Caught several yellow tail snapper
  • An angler proudly displaying a small Yellowtail Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Bruce K.
    Bruce K.
    Captain Johnny and Jay were very attentive to my wife as this was her first Off shore fishing trip. We caught some fish, but the bite was a little slow after a full moon night.
  • Three anglers proudly display their catch of various fish on a board after a successful fishing trip, showcasing a mix of species in a coastal setting.
    Fish 1
    Mutton Snapper
    Donald L.
    Donald L.
    We went with Captain Johnny Maddox on a snapper trip and he did not disappoint. Johnny put us on a great catch of fish on a day that wasn't the easiest to fish. We came in with a basket full of snapper when other charters were only bringing in 5-6 fish. I recommend anyone that wants to have a great time catching fish to use Johnny Maddox charters.
  • Three adult anglers pose beside a large group of freshly caught reef fish arranged on a boat cleaning table at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mutton Snapper
    Joe C.
    Joe C.
    Brian & Brody - great crew, very informative and fun as heck... They put us on fish, we hauled in a variety of fish and enough keepers for dinner that night A day on the water with my teenage boys is always special, but Brian & Brody made the 'slow' times entertaining. Definitely - recommend these guys.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2011
Boat manufacturer
Cobia
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
BLUETOOTH
Outriggers
Ice box
Large fish box and Coolers
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
First mate
Optional
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Marathon right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Yellowtail)Snapper (Yellowtail)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
TarponTarpon
WahooWahoo

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