Marathon Fishing

Marathon is a favorite destination of many anglers. With excellent flats and backcountry fishing, plentiful reefs and wrecks, and close proximity to the blue waters of the Gulf Stream, Marathon provides many opportunities to catch a large variety of different species of fish.

Fishing the inshore waters of Marathon for Tarpon is a popular activity for many fishermen. There is also lots of Black Drum, Bonefish, Mangrove Snapper, Permit, Pompano, Redfish, Sheepshead, Snook, and Speckled Trout on the flats and backcountry waters.

Bottom fishing the many reefs and shipwrecks around Marathon can produce lots of different species of Grouper and Snapper. There is also good Amberjack, Barracuda, Cobia, King Mackerel, and Sharks fishing most of the year.

Fishing the offshore waters of Marathon is known for the excellent billfishing, including Sailfish, Blue Marlin, and Swordfish. There is also lots of Dolphinfish (Mahi-mahi) much of the year, as well as Wahoo.

Marathon Fishing Forecast

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Latest Marathon Fishing Reports

• Jan. 23
  Nice sailfish from the other day #fearless #fearlessfishing #islamoradafishing Call or text Capt. Joe 786-295-2162

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• Late January Fishing Report
  The post Late January Fishing Report appeared first on Bud n' Mary's Islamorada Fishing Marina.

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• Jan. 8
  Some kings snapper and a mahi on the Fearless with Capt. Joe Hendrix. Call or text 786-295-2162!

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• Jan. 6
  Yellowtail snapper kingfish and mahi on the Fearless

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• Jan. 5
  Couple of kingfish the other day and saw a sailfish but he didn’t bite! #fearless

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• Jan. 2
  Some snapper and ceros as well as caught and released a nice grouper

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• Dec. 29
  Some yellowtail snapper and kingfish on the Fearless in Islamorada Florida Keys! Call or text. Capt. Joe at (786) 295-2162

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• Late December 2025 Fishing Report
    The post Late December 2025 Fishing Report appeared first on Bud n' Mary's Islamorada Fishing Marina.

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• Dec. 28
  Kingfish on the Fearless! Call Fearless Fishing Charters in Islamorada Florida … Capt. Joe 786-295-2162

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• Dec 11
  Sailfish on!

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Top Marathon Fishing Spots

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Top Marathon Bait & Tackle Stores

1. Big Time Bait and Tackle
   Capt. Biff Goss and Capt. Jack Carlson are both professional fishermen who saw the need for a Bait and Tackle shop in Marathon, the Florida Keys. Their years of professional fishing experience guides them to carrying the best Rods, Reels, Tackle and
   

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2. Marathon Bait & Tackle
   Marathon Bait & Tackle is your one stop for everything you need to fish the waters of the Florida Keys. We offer a wide selection of fresh,frozen, and live bait. Charters are also available through the store.
   

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3. The Tackle Box
   The Tackle Box is a full service tackle shop located in the world's greatest fishing spot, the Florida Keys. The variety of fishing in the Keys is unsurpassed. Our business is to help you catch fish by providing the right fishing tackle plus advi
   

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Top Marathon Fishing Charters & Guides

1. SeaSquared Charters
   SeaSquared Charters will Put You on the Fishing Action in Marathon Florida Keys! Florida Keys reef and wreck fishing with Captain Chris Johnson and SeaSquared Charters targets Grouper, Snapper, Shark, Mackerel, Amberjack, Cobia, Permit and various ot
   

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2. Catch 'Em All Sportfishing Charters
   Capt. Jeff Shelar will lead you on to a great day of Florida charter fishing on the crystal clear-blue water. Let us know what your perfect fishing trip would be and we'll do our best to exceed your expectations. Whether it's catching tarpon,
   

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3. Angling Adventures
   Florida Fishing Charters with Captain Rich Smith provides one of the best fishing destinations on the planet. This is because our fishery is great all year long. It doesn't matter if your a beginner just learning to fish or an avid fly fisherman
   

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4. Coral Charters
   Enjoy Marathon Fishing Charters with Capt. Brent Kindell in the Florida Keys. Try reef, wreck, Gulf, tarpon or offshore fishing w/ a Marathon local.
   

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5. Sweet Enuf Charters
   No matter your level of expertise, Sweet E'Nuf has charters for all ages and levels of fishing experience. Whether it's a fun family trip you're looking for or an intense day out with the experts, Captain Dave is the person to call for yo
   

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6. Always Enough SportFishing
   
   

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7. Sea Dog Charters
   Sea Dog Charters is operated by Captain Jim Purcell, the Offshore & Deepsea Fishing Specialist For The TV Shows The American Outdoorsman, Manny Fernandez's Rod & Gun Club, And Adventures In Paradise.
   

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8. Shark River Charters
   Our 26' center console, open fisherman, is used for fishing all our secret areas. I offer half day and full day charters. Times may vary according to the time of year.
   

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9. Aikatsi Sportfishing Inc
   
   

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10. Run & Gun Fishing Charters
    The Run and Gun is a Marathon Florida Keys charter fishing boat that offers fishing trips at a less costly rate than most other Marathon Key fishing guides. We offer personalized fishing charters in Marathon Fl for offshore fishing, reef fishing, wre
    

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Top Marathon Marinas

1. Captain Pip's Marina & Hideaway
   Captain Pip's Marina & Hideaway in Marathon, Florida Keys (Mile Marker 47.5) is known for its spotless accommodations and friendly island atmosphere. Located on Florida Bay a half mile from the Seven Mile Bridge, there's easy open water a
   

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2. Captain Hook's Marina & Dive Center
   Captain Hook's is a full service marina & watersports activity center. We have snorkel & scuba trips, instruct, train, & certify divers, conduct kayak & paddle board tours, rent boats, book fishing and spearfishing charters, and w
   

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3. Banana Bay Resorts & Marina
   Banana Bay Resort features a full-service private marina for short- and long-term rental.
   

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Bouy Conditions

Station VCAF1 - 8723970 - Vaca Key, FL
February 3, 2026 10:18 pm EST
Location: 24.711N 81.107W
Wind Direction: NNE (20°)
Wind Speed: 5.1 knots
Wind Gust: 8.0 knots
Air Temperature: 58.5°F (14.7°C)
Water Temperature: 57.9°F (14.4°C)

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