Captain
Jay Daniels

Member since November 2020 Marathon, United States
Background
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.

Hey, I'm Captain Jay Daniels

Marathon, United States
Background
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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Reviews

My Charter Listings

Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(48 reviews)
Marathon
 Last booking: 6 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $950

Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Hatteras

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(21 reviews)
Hatteras
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $1,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 69 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (68)
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Odens Dock the Runaway Sportfishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Nathan M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Off shore trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Charter on October 5, 2025
Grest captain and crew. Caught a lot of fish and had a great time.zhoghlu recommended
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John S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Charter on September 19, 2025
Our group has been going out with Captain Jay for 13 years and always catch fish!
John S. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Hatteras
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Anthony B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Odens Dock the Runaway Sportfishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Charter on July 30, 2025
Jay & Matt were very accommodating and nice.ย  First hour was slow until WHAM, we hit the motherlode.ย  Caught 1-White Marlin,...
Anthony B. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Hatteras
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Brett E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

April fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 1, 2025
Great trip with Capt Jay. Took four kids out and had a blast. Kept them catching fish the whole time. Boat was clean and spacious...
Brett E. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon
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Craig T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Jay

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 30, 2025
Guys worked hard to find fish in tuff conditions
Craig T. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon
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