Southern Sons Charters 

4.8/5 (45 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 Ocean View Avenue 1200, Marathon, FL 33050, United States

Southern Sons Charters 

 
Federally permitted
4.8/5 (45 reviews)
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Ocean View Avenue 1200
Marathon, FL, United States
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Southern Sons Charters is veteran owned and operated!!!!

Southern Sons Charters is a premier offshore fishing charter based in Marathon, Florida, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Led by experienced Captain Josh Cox, we specialize in delivering high-quality, action-packed fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels.

We offer 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour fishing charters targeting some of the most sought-after species in the Keys, including mahi-mahi (dolphin), tuna, grouper, snapper, and sailfish. Whether you're looking for deep sea offshore fishing, reef and wreck fishing, or a family-friendly day on the water, Southern Sons Charters provides a safe, professional, and memorable experience.

All trips include top-of-the-line fishing gear, bait, tackle, fuel, and fishing licenses, so you can focus on reeling in fish and enjoying your time on the water. Our charter is veteran-owned and known for exceptional customer service, local knowledge, and consistent results.

Conveniently located in Marathon, we serve visitors throughout the Florida Keys including Key Colony Beach, Duck Key, and Islamorada.

Book your Marathon Florida fishing charter today with Southern Sons Charters and experience some of the best offshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer.

A 20-25% tips is customary for the crew for their hard work in getting the fish!

It is always better to go to the charter website @southernsonscharters for bookings and questions.

Southern Sons Charters is veteran owned and operated!!!!

Southern Sons Charters is a premier offshore fishing charter based in Marathon, Florida, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Led by experienced Captain Josh Cox, we specialize in delivering high-quality, action-packed fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels.

We offer 4, 6, 8, and 10-hour fishing charters targeting some of the most sought-after species in the Keys, including mahi-mahi (dolphin), tuna, grouper, snapper, and sailfish. Whether you're looking for deep sea offshore fishing, reef and wreck fishing, or a family-friendly day on the water, Southern Sons Charters provides a safe, professional, and memorable experience.

All trips include top-of-the-line fishing gear, bait, tackle, fuel, and fishing licenses, so you can focus on reeling in fish and enjoying your time on the water. Our charter is veteran-owned and known for exceptional customer service, local knowledge, and consistent results.

Conveniently located in Marathon, we serve visitors throughout the Florida Keys including Key Colony Beach, Duck Key, and Islamorada.

Book your Marathon Florida fishing charter today with Southern Sons Charters and experience some of the best offshore fishing the Florida Keys has to offer.

A 20-25% tips is customary for the crew for their hard work in getting the fish!

It is always better to go to the charter website @southernsonscharters for bookings and questions.

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Rating

4.8
45 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (70)

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

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Patrick Myers
Patrick Myers
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Ohio, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
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Capt Josh got us on the Mahi-Mahi
6 Hr Offshore on May 6, 20262 adults
We wanted to catch so green fish and Capt Josh made it happen. Almost 3hrs no fish then 4 inside 30min followed by a 5th another 30min later. We chose to stop at 5 to save somr for others. Lol. Actually 5 was enough for our needs. I would recommend booking with Capt Josh and I'll do it again.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
May 6, 2026
It was a great day with a fellow Veteran, Chief 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Had to do it!!!! And fresh dinner too
Jamie Krempec
Jamie Krempec
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great experience
6 Hr Offshore on April 7, 20263 adults
We caught two mahi but werent able to get them on the actual boat. Captain Josh did everything he could to land us on more fish, but the company was great and experience was fun! Would recommend Captain Josh to anyone.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
April 8, 2026
You guys were awesome to have onboard! I enjoyed the day!
Bruce Wiltshire
Bruce Wiltshire
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome day!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on July 13, 20254 adults
Captain Josh is the most straight up and honest guide I have ever booked, bar none. He didn't waste time riding around hoping to find fish, he put us on fish! I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to put meat in the cooler when fishing the Florida Keys.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Edward Cassidy
Edward Cassidy
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Taters with gravy!!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on June 29, 20251 adult
Great time with Capt. Josh, mani-mahi hitting it hard and took some nice fish, about 16 from 22 inches to 28 inches. Finishing it off with mangrove snapper about 10. See you after the first of the year, Capt. Josh.👍
Response from Captain
June 30, 2025
Taters with gravy!!!! Yep yep!!! It's was a fun day and we enjoyed having you guys onboard!!! Enjoy the fish, Mangs are 1 of my favorite to eat! Safe travels!
Scott Rens
Scott Rens
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Josh
4 Hr Offshore on April 27, 20262 adults
Response from Captain
April 27, 2026

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hr Reef and Wreck
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hr Offshore
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hr Offshore
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 5 people
8 Hr Offshore
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 5 people
10 Hr Offshore
10 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.8
45 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (70)

What anglers say

93%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (45)

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Patrick Myers
Patrick Myers
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Ohio, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
New
Capt Josh got us on the Mahi-Mahi
6 Hr Offshore on May 6, 20262 adults
We wanted to catch so green fish and Capt Josh made it happen. Almost 3hrs no fish then 4 inside 30min followed by a 5th another 30min later. We chose to stop at 5 to save somr for others. Lol. Actually 5 was enough for our needs. I would recommend booking with Capt Josh and I'll do it again.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
May 6, 2026
It was a great day with a fellow Veteran, Chief 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Had to do it!!!! And fresh dinner too
Jamie Krempec
Jamie Krempec
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great experience
6 Hr Offshore on April 7, 20263 adults
We caught two mahi but werent able to get them on the actual boat. Captain Josh did everything he could to land us on more fish, but the company was great and experience was fun! Would recommend Captain Josh to anyone.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Response from Captain
April 8, 2026
You guys were awesome to have onboard! I enjoyed the day!
Bruce Wiltshire
Bruce Wiltshire
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Awesome day!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on July 13, 20254 adults
Captain Josh is the most straight up and honest guide I have ever booked, bar none. He didn't waste time riding around hoping to find fish, he put us on fish! I would highly recommend him to anyone who wants to put meat in the cooler when fishing the Florida Keys.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Edward Cassidy
Edward Cassidy
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Taters with gravy!!
6 Hr Reef, Wreck and Bay on June 29, 20251 adult
Great time with Capt. Josh, mani-mahi hitting it hard and took some nice fish, about 16 from 22 inches to 28 inches. Finishing it off with mangrove snapper about 10. See you after the first of the year, Capt. Josh.👍
Response from Captain
June 30, 2025
Taters with gravy!!!! Yep yep!!! It's was a fun day and we enjoyed having you guys onboard!!! Enjoy the fish, Mangs are 1 of my favorite to eat! Safe travels!
Scott Rens
Scott Rens
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Josh
4 Hr Offshore on April 27, 20262 adults
Response from Captain
April 27, 2026

FAQs about Southern Sons Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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