Runaway Sportfishing Charters – Marathon
Runaway Sportfishing Charters – Marathon
Come to Marathon, Florida, and have lots of fun fishing its productive waters and observing the numerous surrounding islands. Runaway Sportfishing Charters and Captain Jay Daniels can take you to the best spots both nearshore and offshore. Catch various species, explore reefs and wrecks, and enjoy Florida's rich marine world.
Your trip will start on 'Runaway', a 45' Sheldon Midgett offshore sport fishing boat. With its powerful 660 HP Cummins engine and top-quality navigation gear, it'll give you a comfortable, dry ride to the hottest fishing spots. The boat's extensive equipment includes outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and livewell.
Among the onboard facilities, there is a toilet, bed, showers, as well as a flybridge. To maximize your comfort, there's also plenty of space, air conditioning, a multimedia system, and an ice-box. There will even be a first mate on board to give you any assistance you may need.
There's a huge choice of fishing techniques for you to try out. They include bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, popping, and even drift and kite fishing. To name some of the lovely species you'll have the chance to catch, there's Mangrove Snapper and Mutton Snapper, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and Blackfin Tuna.
Captain Jay's boat is always kid-friendly, so don't hesitate to bring your young ones as well. Travel a short distance to some of the best reef, Cobia, and Shark fishing spots. Bottom fishing and trolling will make sure the icebox is full. Regarding the fish you catch, you can choose whether to take it home with you or release it.
Included in the price of your trip are rods, reel, tackle, fishing licenses, live bait, and lures. The captain covers you with everything except for food and drinks, so be sure to pack some before you depart.
Book today and secure yourself a real sea adventure!
Come to Marathon, Florida, and have lots of fun fishing its productive waters and observing the numerous surrounding islands. Runaway Sportfishing Charters and Captain Jay Daniels can take you to the best spots both nearshore and offshore. Catch various species, explore reefs and wrecks, and enjoy Florida's rich marine world.
Your trip will start on 'Runaway', a 45' Sheldon Midgett offshore sport fishing boat. With its powerful 660 HP Cummins engine and top-quality navigation gear, it'll give you a comfortable, dry ride to the hottest fishing spots. The boat's extensive equipment includes outriggers, downriggers, a fighting chair, and livewell.
Among the onboard facilities, there is a toilet, bed, showers, as well as a flybridge. To maximize your comfort, there's also plenty of space, air conditioning, a multimedia system, and an ice-box. There will even be a first mate on board to give you any assistance you may need.
There's a huge choice of fishing techniques for you to try out. They include bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, popping, and even drift and kite fishing. To name some of the lovely species you'll have the chance to catch, there's Mangrove Snapper and Mutton Snapper, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, and Blackfin Tuna.
Captain Jay's boat is always kid-friendly, so don't hesitate to bring your young ones as well. Travel a short distance to some of the best reef, Cobia, and Shark fishing spots. Bottom fishing and trolling will make sure the icebox is full. Regarding the fish you catch, you can choose whether to take it home with you or release it.
Included in the price of your trip are rods, reel, tackle, fishing licenses, live bait, and lures. The captain covers you with everything except for food and drinks, so be sure to pack some before you depart.
Book today and secure yourself a real sea adventure!
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Brandon Bennett•
California, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedRunaway with Capt Jay & 1st Mate Donnie
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 23, 2024 • 6 adultsWhat a great trip! Both these guys were super knowledgeable. We caught some delicious fish in not super great conditions. Captain Jay was extremely communicative and even called to let me know the weather wasn't gonna be super ideal - if we wanted to cancel. But we chose to push forward. We had a blast despite the choppy conditions and still caught several fish. I highly recommend a trip on the Runaway. The boat was nice and roomy. Special shout out to Donnie, the 1st mate and fishing Sherpa, he was great to chat with and helped us alot on our journey. If you get a chance to go out with Captain Jay don't hesitate, just book the trip.
Bruce Sullenger•North Carolina, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedGreat Afternoon Catching Fish
Half Day Trip (PM) on December 22, 2024 • 5 adultsWe had a wonderful afternoon fishing on the Runaway! Very nice, clean and comfortable vessel. Jay put us on the fish and Donny worked hard to get them biting even without much current! We caught over 25 with 20 keepers in our 4 hour trip. Everyone caught something which was nice as several in our group were first timers. The bunch of yellowtails we took home and cooked were delicious! Would highly recommend and hope to fish with Jay again here in The Keys or off the Outerbanks!
Brett EwigRepeat angler•Wisconsin, US•Member since 20253 trips5.0VerifiedApril fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 1, 2025 • 6 adults • 4 childrenGreat trip with Capt Jay. Took four kids out and had a blast. Kept them catching fish the whole time. Boat was clean and spacious and communication prior to the trip was great.
Michelle Casamassina•New York, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedGreat day of fishing!
Full Day Trip on March 12, 2024 • 5 adultsWe had a mix of skill levels fishing for a day with Captain Jay and Spencer. They took excellent care of us and got us on the fish in minutes! The boat was really clean and comfortable for a whole day on the water. Will definitely look to fish with them again.
Craig ThompsonRepeat angler•California, US•Member since 20253 trips5.0VerifiedFishing with Jay
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 30, 2025 • 4 adultsGuys worked hard to find fish in tuff conditions
Tom ReynoldsMember since 20235.0Half-Day Bottom Fishing on the Runaway
Half Day Trip (AM) on November 28, 2023Went with Capt Jay recently on a full and half day. Caught this Wahoo and Sailfish trolling along with some Snapper and Grouper on the bottom. Went for a half day the next day with the kids and caught plenty of Yellowtail and triggerfish. Plenty of delicious fresh fish for our trip and took the rest home to the freezer.
Web Hemshrodt•Chicago, IL, USMember since 20245.0Verified16 Mahi Mahi
Full Day Trip on December 26, 2024 • 6 adultsJay and crew were awesome! The captain went above and beyond to make sure everyone caught lots of big fish!! Boat was spotless and comfortable. 5 stars!!
Tracy FrazierMember since 20235.0Whole day on the RunAway
Full Day Trip on June 3, 2023Great trip! Great boat! Great times! Captain Jay knows where to go to catch the fish! He is so experienced, knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We have fished with him multiple times over the years and he never disappoints! We will certainly be back on The Runaway with Captain Jay every year!
Jason UttonRepeat angler•Florida, US•Member since 20204 trips5.0VerifiedHalf Day on the Reef
Half Day Trip – Reef (AM) on March 19, 2022 • 3 adults • 2 childrenWe had a great morning fishing - it was a really chill atmosphere - and we caught a bunch of fish. The boat was super spacious, really clean and a perfect environment for fishing. The guys were awesome to fish with - they were very friendly, gave great suggestions, always helpful and made sure my son and his friend were taken care of nonstop.
Ben MMember since 20235.0Best Capt. around
Full Day Trip on September 20, 2023Fish with Runaway every chance I can, funniest Capt. on the water and always putting us on great fishing !
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Captain Jay Daniel’s and his mate were awesome! We caught 22 yellow tail and tried caring some sail fish. We seen them but just couldn’t catch them, maybe next time we will do a long fishing trip. Thank you all so much !
thank you pal so much. we will get that sail next time.
Amazing crew, great boat, super clean and nice! Awesome experience, caught fish and they took care of everything…excited to come back soon!!!
thank you my friend
thank you so much. i hope you guys had a great vacation
What a great trip! Both these guys were super knowledgeable. We caught some delicious fish in not super great conditions. Captain Jay was extremely communicative and even called to let me know the weather wasn't gonna be super ideal - if we wanted to cancel. But we chose to push forward. We had a blast despite the choppy conditions and still caught several fish. I highly recommend a trip on the Runaway. The boat was nice and roomy. Special shout out to Donnie, the 1st mate and fishing Sherpa, he was great to chat with and helped us alot on our journey. If you get a chance to go out with Captain Jay don't hesitate, just book the trip.
FAQs about Runaway Sportfishing Charters – Marathon
- US $1,050 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,050 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $2,000 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- Toilet
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Red)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
Your captain
Marathon, Florida, United States
My main mentor was my dad who introduced me to fishing on lakes, rivers, and the ocean. He introduced me to fishing and it bit like a bug. I eventually became a mate and was the mate for some of the best captains on the east coast for 9 years. I have been the captain of Runaway Sportfishing Charters for the last 11 years. I welcome you to Marathon, Florida. Book one of my trips and let me take you nearshore or offshore for a memorable fishing experience like never before.
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
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What’s biting in Marathon right now
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Sailfish
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Mutton)
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