Captain
Ed Traylor

Member since April 2023 Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.

Hey, I'm Captain Ed Traylor

Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.
Anglers Choice
105
Reviews
28
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Wet Tails Charters โ€“ Keys Fishing Experience

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(105 reviews)
Angler's choice
Marathon
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $895

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 105 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great 40th bday present!!!!!
Great 40th bday present!!!!!
Great 40th bday present!!!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Dean S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Family Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on June 8, 2025
Captain Ed was great! He took us out to a perfect spot right on top of the fish and everyone caught a few keepers. He was wonderful...
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Amber C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Highly recommend

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (PM) on August 28, 2025
Had an amazing time, attentive captain and mate, clean spacious boat, all supplies provided. Caught a bunch of fish including...
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Taylor D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (PM) on June 6, 2025
Had a great day out on the water with Ed and Mikey. We brought our 3 year old son and he had the best time. Highly recommend...
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Arlen D.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good days on the water

VERIFIED   6 Hr Nearshore Reef/Wreck on May 7, 2025
Unfortunate mechanical difficulties, but Capt Ed got us back out after repairs. Blown off the big water, but got some constant...
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Guillermo K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Top Srvice and Fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on July 13, 2025
Pro Service, common sense driven, great time fabolus fishing and nice people. Will repeat for sure
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