Worms or no worms? ?

The Marathon fishing report is showing signs of summer. Very few tarpon are still hanging around, but we’re still able to make a trip work if expectations aren’t set sky high. The sharks and barracuda have really been picking up the slack in the big fish department, providing plenty of action and some exciting battles. We’re also catching a nice mix of mangrove snapper, adding some great table fare to the day. If you’re looking to get out on the water, there’s still fish to be caught and memories to be made. Give us a call to get on the schedule before the summer pattern fully settles in!

Tarpon fishing is still going strong here in the Keys! The numbers have slowed down a little compared to a couple weeks ago, and the seaweed around the bridges has definitely made things challenging at times. There may be a few less fish around, but there’s also a lot less pressure and fewer people fishing for them. Overall, there are still plenty of opportunities to catch that bucket list tarpon!

Tarpon fishing in Marathon is absolutely on fire right now, especially around the bridges. Big schools are stacked up in the current, and live baits like mullet and crabs are getting smoked as soon as they drift back naturally. We’re seeing multiple shots every tide, with aggressive fish and some true giants in the mix. Early mornings and strong moving water have been best, but the bite’s been solid all day. I was able to take 1st place in the latest “Tarponian” tarpon tournament, and it shows just how dialed this fishery is right now. If you want in on peak tarpon action, now’s the time.