Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2 

4.7/5 (93 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 3502 Gulfview Avenue, Marathon, FL 33050, United States
 
Federally permitted
4.7/5 (93 reviews)
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3502 Gulfview Avenue
Marathon, FL, United States

Looking for a unique and exciting fishing adventure in the Florida Keys?  Come aboard our freshly refurbished in 2023 the PROLINE CC powered by Suzuki.
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 25’ Proline center console with a 250hp Suzuki engine and the crew will take care of the rest. The vessel can accommodate a group of up to 4 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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 93 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (105)

Great day!
Great day!
Mindful of my wife’s first off shore fishing trip.
+102

Angler rating

77
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2
2
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

92%

Showing 1 - 5 of 92 reviews
Showing: 5 of 92 reviews
Donald L.
Donald L.
5.0/5

Jun 5, 2025

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM)

Snapper fishing trip

VERIFIED

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.

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...  

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 Donald L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
 Donald L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 7, 2025
Yes and Thank you. You guys were great to have on board. Yes we WON THE DOCK! Hurry back soon Captain Johnny

Joe C.
Joe C.
5.0/5

Apr 25, 2025

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM)

Great Day, Great Crew

VERIFIED

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.

Brian & Brody - great crew, very informative and fun as heck... They put us on fish, we hauled in a variety of fish and enough...  

Captain replied
 Joe C. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
 Joe C. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 11, 2025
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Mindy M.
Mindy M.
5.0/5

Apr 8, 2025

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM)

Mother/Son Fun

VERIFIED

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.

Alex was a great fishing guide. He was friendly, humorous and very knowledgeable. He took us to some great spots and even kept...  

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 Mindy M. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
 Mindy M. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2

John L.
John L.
4.7/5

Apr 24, 2025

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM)

Check winds and understand the time of year you go

VERIFIED

Caught good fish excellent captain. Wind blew a gale made it hard to stay in anchor and fish..the captain still made it happen and we are 100 pct.haopy and would absolutely go again. I would just maybe do May or June when typical winds are lighter...we had very tasty results!!!

Caught good fish excellent captain. Wind blew a gale made it hard to stay in anchor and fish..the captain still made it happen...  

Captain replied
 John L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
 John L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 26, 2025
Awesome trip with the Sporty weather. A lot better than 4.0 overall
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Donna E.
Donna E.
5.0/5

Mar 28, 2025

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM)

Awesome time

VERIFIED

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.

Our grandchildren enjoyed their fishing experience tremendously. We caught several sea trout and mangrove snappers and even a...  

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 Donna E. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
1 person finds this review helpful
 Donna E. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 29, 2025
Awesome. So glad we were able to get you on the water. Captain Brian and mate Cody says come back anytime!
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US $650 
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Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $695 
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $695 
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
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US $895 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.7/5
out of 5 stars from 93 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (105)

Great day!
Great day!
Mindful of my wife’s first off shore fishing trip.
+102

Angler rating

77
9
2
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

93%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

98%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

92%

Caught fish

92%

Showing 1 - 5 of 92 reviews
Showing: 5 of 92 reviews
Donald L.
Donald L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Snapper fishing trip

VERIFIED

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

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.

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.  

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 Donald L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 7, 2025
Yes and Thank you. You guys were great to have on board. Yes we WON THE DOCK! Hurry back soon Captain Johnny

Joe C.
Joe C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Day, Great Crew

VERIFIED

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (PM) on April 25, 2025

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.

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.  

 Joe C. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 11, 2025
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Mindy M.
Mindy M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Mother/Son Fun

VERIFIED

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

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.

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.  

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 Mindy M. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2

John L.
John L.
4.7/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Check winds and understand the time of year you go

VERIFIED

Half Day–Grouper/Snapper/Shark (AM) on April 24, 2025

Caught good fish excellent captain. Wind blew a gale made it hard to stay in anchor and fish..the captain still made it happen and we are 100 pct.haopy and would absolutely go again. I would just maybe do May or June when typical winds are lighter...we had very tasty results!!!

Caught good fish excellent captain. Wind blew a gale made it hard to stay in anchor and fish..the captain still made it happen and we are 100 pct.haopy and would absolutely go again. I would just maybe do May or June when typical winds are lighter...we had very tasty results!!!  

 John L. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 26, 2025
Awesome trip with the Sporty weather. A lot better than 4.0 overall
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Donna E.
Donna E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome time

VERIFIED

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

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.

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.  

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 Donna E. recommends Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 29, 2025
Awesome. So glad we were able to get you on the water. Captain Brian and mate Cody says come back anytime!
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FAQs about Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1997
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Proline
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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