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Weather Forecast, Marathon

Fishing Seasons & Latest Fishing Photos and Videos

July

The all-star offshore action is still in full swing in the hottest month of the year, making for some of the most exhausting fishing anywhere around. Inshore, the Tarpon tail off but the Snook stay strong, and the reefs are bustling too!

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What anglers said about fishing in Marathon

It was our first time in a charter. Loved it, would do it again in a heartbeat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was our first time in a charter. Loved it, would do it again in a heartbeat
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay,  Veteran Owned
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay, Veteran Owned
Yes but check the wind first. I heard it’s better to fish later in the year or around February if you’re trying to catch Mahi. We were not able to catch Mahi because winds were too high.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes but check the wind first. I heard it’s better to fish later in the year or around February if you’re trying to catch Mahi. We were not able to catch Mahi because winds were too high.
Infinite Blue – 31' Angler, Veteran Owned
Infinite Blue – 31' Angler, Veteran Owned
I have had a condo in Marathon for 40 years. I rank the in the top two charters we have used. So good that we have used them multiple times.We have gone out with them a few times and they have always produced good fishing in a highly professional manner. If you are in Marathon or one of the other Keys look them up.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I have had a condo in Marathon for 40 years. I rank the in the top two charters we have used. So good that we have used them multiple times.We have gone out with them a few times and they have always produced good fishing in a highly professional manner. If you are in Marathon or one of the other Keys look them up.
Jersey Key
Jersey Key "Whitewater"
These guys go above and beyond to make sure they get the customer on fish. Anyone familiar with fishing knows that fishing is not guaranteed catching anything. It all depends on the conditions. These guys work and work until they find you fish to catch, even if it takes 10 times moving to different sites. They are a breed apart
Excellent
5.0 / 5
These guys go above and beyond to make sure they get the customer on fish. Anyone familiar with fishing knows that fishing is not guaranteed catching anything. It all depends on the conditions. These guys work and work until they find you fish to catch, even if it takes 10 times moving to different sites. They are a breed apart
Jersey Key
Jersey Key "Whitewater"
Captain Dez is a great captain that i highly recommend for any of your offshore fishing needs.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Dez is a great captain that i highly recommend for any of your offshore fishing needs.
Captain Jay Charters 1 – 30' Mako
Captain Jay Charters 1 – 30' Mako
If you looking for a great charter to go on i highly recommend using Johnny Maddox.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you looking for a great charter to go on i highly recommend using Johnny Maddox.
Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
Johnny Maddox Charters Papa 2
No fault of the captain, the weather did not cooperate. I’d recommend late May instead of early June. Marathon overall was great though. Lots of great flats.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
No fault of the captain, the weather did not cooperate. I’d recommend late May instead of early June. Marathon overall was great though. Lots of great flats.
Captain Buddy LaPointe
Captain Buddy LaPointe
Yes, capt Quinn was a very knowledgeable and professional captain. I would most definitely recommend him to others
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes, capt Quinn was a very knowledgeable and professional captain. I would most definitely recommend him to others
Jersey Key
Jersey Key "Whitewater"
As long as you’re flexible in following the advice and experience of the guide, you’ll have a good time fishing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
As long as you’re flexible in following the advice and experience of the guide, you’ll have a good time fishing.
Wet Tails Charters – Keys Fishing Experience
Wet Tails Charters – Keys Fishing Experience
Capt.Robert is ideal as he will coach those that need help and are new to Keys fishing and techniques. This man has the patience of a saint and will put you on fish. More than appropriate for families
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Capt.Robert is ideal as he will coach those that need help and are new to Keys fishing and techniques. This man has the patience of a saint and will put you on fish. More than appropriate for families
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay,  Veteran Owned
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay, Veteran Owned
If your coming to Marathon in May for the great fishing of several species in the same month bring cool clothing and lots of sunscreen.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If your coming to Marathon in May for the great fishing of several species in the same month bring cool clothing and lots of sunscreen.
Black's Pearl Sportfishing Charter
Black's Pearl Sportfishing Charter
Loved these guys! I’m sure they would be a great time for families or a partying crowd
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Loved these guys! I’m sure they would be a great time for families or a partying crowd
Hennessy Sportfishing - Mako 28
Hennessy Sportfishing - Mako 28
The water was teeming with fish. We were fishing a busy weekend with a local Mahi tournament going on as well. Lots of boats plus windy day made for some rougher waters. But the fishing was great. We did one day backwater with a different outfit and then this trip. Both days were super productive. I fish the Keys a few times a year, May is the best for variety and catch ratios IMO.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The water was teeming with fish. We were fishing a busy weekend with a local Mahi tournament going on as well. Lots of boats plus windy day made for some rougher waters. But the fishing was great. We did one day backwater with a different outfit and then this trip. Both days were super productive. I fish the Keys a few times a year, May is the best for variety and catch ratios IMO.
Outbound Charters – 34' Seavee
Outbound Charters – 34' Seavee
It’s a little more expensive but take the big boat to be sure that you have a great day, even if the seas are a little rough.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It’s a little more expensive but take the big boat to be sure that you have a great day, even if the seas are a little rough.
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay,  Veteran Owned
Infinite Blue – 50’ SeaRay, Veteran Owned
Dress appropriately and bring Dramamine to prevent motion sickness because you never know how big the swells will be. Don’t be discouraged- the captain will make every effort to make sure you go home with fish! Bring a cooler!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress appropriately and bring Dramamine to prevent motion sickness because you never know how big the swells will be. Don’t be discouraged- the captain will make every effort to make sure you go home with fish! Bring a cooler!
Captain Jay Charters 1 – 30' Mako
Captain Jay Charters 1 – 30' Mako
We were fishing for the first time and had fun so we’d recommend going with Captain Jay and ask for Captain Bryce!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We were fishing for the first time and had fun so we’d recommend going with Captain Jay and ask for Captain Bryce!
Captain Jay Charters 2 – Bay Boat
Captain Jay Charters 2 – Bay Boat
Do your homework before you book your trip. There are so many options, it’s hard to know which is best. Tarpon vs snappers vs sailfish-tuna-dolphin will be very different - both experience and price.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do your homework before you book your trip. There are so many options, it’s hard to know which is best. Tarpon vs snappers vs sailfish-tuna-dolphin will be very different - both experience and price.
Captain Jay Charters 3 -34 venture & bathroom
Captain Jay Charters 3 -34 venture & bathroom
We didn’t go too far from shore and had no problems finding fish. Was fun.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We didn’t go too far from shore and had no problems finding fish. Was fun.
AGM Fishing Charter Capt. Alex
AGM Fishing Charter Capt. Alex
We had the only calm day this week and every other day the fishing was amazing. We heard it from many people so the weather was the culprit for us. But we still caught enough for at least 2 good meals for 2 people.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
We had the only calm day this week and every other day the fishing was amazing. We heard it from many people so the weather was the culprit for us. But we still caught enough for at least 2 good meals for 2 people.
Manicsportfishing 31 foot Cabin and Bathroom
Manicsportfishing 31 foot Cabin and Bathroom
Its Marathon. Not much else to say. Ive fished all over the world, and Marathon is the best. I live in Naples and regularly fish 10k islands, Charlotte Harbor, Boca, Marco, Sanibel, etc. but when I want to get away and do some serious fishing Marathon is always at the top of the list.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Its Marathon. Not much else to say. Ive fished all over the world, and Marathon is the best. I live in Naples and regularly fish 10k islands, Charlotte Harbor, Boca, Marco, Sanibel, etc. but when I want to get away and do some serious fishing Marathon is always at the top of the list.
Manicsportfishing 31 foot Cabin and Bathroom
Manicsportfishing 31 foot Cabin and Bathroom