Marathon Weather Forecast

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Bill Giliberti
Bill G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 1 day ago
Really good offshore tuna bite right now
Bill Giliberti
Bill G. Marathon, Florida Reported 1 day ago
Really good offshore tuna bite right now
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Chris Parthemore
Chris P.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Fall fishing is in full swing here in islamorada. Offshore fishing has been great on the calmer days with plenty of mahi and some great tuna fishing as well . Not to mention a great bottom bite for vermillion snappers and more .
The reefs have been producing some good snapper bites and startling to see some mackerel showing up in good numbers to .
We have also had some great lobster days. The water is still warm and clear making it a blast to get out and stack some bugs before the cold fronts start .
Chris Parthemore
Chris P. Tavernier, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Fall fishing is in full swing here in islamorada. Offshore fishing has been great on the calmer days with plenty of mahi and some great tuna fishing as well . Not to mention a great bottom bite for vermillion snappers and more .
The reefs have been producing some good snapper bites and startling to see some mackerel showing up in good numbers to .
We have also had some great lobster days. The water is still warm and clear making it a blast to get out and stack some bugs before the cold fronts start .
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Thomas Zinkand
Thomas Z.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
Fishings been good when the weather is not in the way with all the rain we've had. But been in the backcountry the last few weeks lots of red fish Snook tarpon have been around. On the offshore side the blackfin tunas have been biting really well and there's still some mahi around.
Thomas Zinkand
Thomas Z. Key Largo, Florida Reported 1 week ago
Fishings been good when the weather is not in the way with all the rain we've had. But been in the backcountry the last few weeks lots of red fish Snook tarpon have been around. On the offshore side the blackfin tunas have been biting really well and there's still some mahi around.
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
Fishing in Islamorada, Florida
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Gw De Pauw
Gw D.
Islamorada, Florida
Reported 1 week ago
We have been having some great bonefishing lately. Catching multiple fish a day on fly and jigs.
Gw De Pauw
Gw D. Islamorada, Florida Reported 1 week ago
We have been having some great bonefishing lately. Catching multiple fish a day on fly and jigs.
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Casey Yaworski
Casey Y.
Key Largo, Florida
Reported 3 weeks ago
Plenty of blackfins and some nicer mahi around
Casey Yaworski
Casey Y. Key Largo, Florida Reported 3 weeks ago
Plenty of blackfins and some nicer mahi around
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
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Tony Polizze
Tony P.
Big Pine Key, Florida
Reported 3 weeks ago
One of the best things about living in the Florida Keys is that the fishing never really turns off—it just transitions. As we head toward the change of seasons, the fishing around Big Pine Key, the Lower Keys, and Marathon is still producing some great action.

We’ve been seeing a fair amount of yellowtail snapper on the reef, with some mackerel mixed in. If you’re targeting these toothy fish, make sure you have some wire ready to go. You don’t want to be caught without it when a mackerel shows up!

The wrecks are also producing some nice amberjack, and...
Tony Polizze
Tony P. Big Pine Key, Florida Reported 3 weeks ago
One of the best things about living in the Florida Keys is that the fishing never really turns off—it just transitions. As we head toward the change of seasons, the fishing around Big Pine Key, the Lower Keys, and Marathon is still producing some great action.

We’ve been seeing a fair amount of yellowtail snapper on the reef, with some mackerel mixed in. If you’re targeting these toothy fish, make sure you have some wire ready to go. You don’t want to be caught without it when a mackerel shows up!

The wrecks are also producing some nice amberjack, and
these fish are ready to put you to the test. Be prepared for a serious fight—and with September heat still hanging around, bring plenty of water and stay hydrated.

From the backcountry around Big Pine Key and Bahia Honda to the reef, wrecks, and offshore waters toward Marathon, there are plenty of opportunities
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
Fishing in Big Pine Key, Florida
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Bill Giliberti
Bill G.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 3 weeks ago
Tuna bite has been hot in marathon Fl
Bill Giliberti
Bill G. Marathon, Florida Reported 3 weeks ago
Tuna bite has been hot in marathon Fl
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BJ Meyer
Bj M.
Marathon, Florida
Reported 4 weeks ago
Sailfish are showing up. Should start to get good Oct through December. Been doing lots of bullynetting charters for lobster and that's been very good
BJ Meyer
Bj M. Marathon, Florida Reported 4 weeks ago
Sailfish are showing up. Should start to get good Oct through December. Been doing lots of bullynetting charters for lobster and that's been very good
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Ben Trainer
Ben T.
Tavernier, Florida
Reported 1 month ago
Afternoon heat as been slow but mornings have been hot on the bite
Ben Trainer
Ben T. Tavernier, Florida Reported 1 month ago
Afternoon heat as been slow but mornings have been hot on the bite
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
Fishing in Tavernier, Florida
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Ariel Medero
Ariel M.
Miami Beach, Florida
Reported 1 month ago
Offshore fishing has been good lately! We’ve been catching plenty of mahi-mahi, anywhere from 12 to 30 miles offshore, depending on the day.

We’re also catching a few tunas, although the sharks have been a real issue at the Hump lately, making it tough to get some of those fish to the boat.

The reef bite has been good, with plenty of yellowtail snapper, and we’ve also been seeing some good action around the wrecks.

Overall, plenty of action and lots of opportunities to put some fish in the box! 🎣🌴
Ariel Medero
Ariel M. Miami Beach, Florida Reported 1 month ago
Offshore fishing has been good lately! We’ve been catching plenty of mahi-mahi, anywhere from 12 to 30 miles offshore, depending on the day.

We’re also catching a few tunas, although the sharks have been a real issue at the Hump lately, making it tough to get some of those fish to the boat.

The reef bite has been good, with plenty of yellowtail snapper, and we’ve also been seeing some good action around the wrecks.

Overall, plenty of action and lots of opportunities to put some fish in the box! 🎣🌴
Fishing in Marathon, Florida
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Recent Marathon Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    I can’t say enough positives about Captain Ken! His preparation for the trip payed off big time! Including my first tarpon and snook! We caught multiple of each. He is super personable but also works relentlessly to find the fish for you. If you are serious about fishing, Ken is the guide for you! Highly recommend!!!!!

    Courtney P. | October 10, 2026

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    GW is the man! My wife and I booked a fly fishing / spin fishing trip. He had us on fish all day long, and went out of his way to make sure we had the absolute best time we could! He asked us ahead of time what we wanted to target, how we wanted to fish, etc and incorporated all of it into the trip. His knowledge of the area and the fish are impressive as well. We'll 100% book with him again when we visit next time!

    Trevor K. | October 5, 2026

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  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! Kevin is a great Captain and very knowledgeable fisherman. Limited on Snapper and had a great time. Highly recommend!

    Steve G. | September 29, 2026

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    Frank and Steve were a great team. Prompt, courteous, very knowledgeable and experience. We had a great time and can’t wait to go again. 5 stars

    Victor B. | September 24, 2026

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    Our trip with Aaron was enjoyable even with the choppy waters. Aaron’s boat was extremely clean and we felt safe aboard. He had radar/fish finder there to help pick a spot and dropped in some bait to entice the fish. He helped bait hooks for us which was very appreciated even by our more experienced angler. We caught mostly yellowtail and they were fun to reel in. Lines were snapped by some bigger fish so we’ll always tell the stories of the ones that got away! Thanks for helping make the trip happen.

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    Great day on the water with Captain Eric. Started off slow but caught some great fish including the Goliath Grouper and Tarpon below. Eric is very knowledgeable and a great teacher! I have fresh water fished my whole life, this was my first inshore experience and I learned techniques from Eric that I didn’t know. My wife and I truly enjoyed our time of the water with Captain Eric! The sea trout that Eric filleted was prepared at of local restaurant and was delicious! I highly recommend Captain Eric for a guided inshore fishing trip! Hope to be back again! Frank Gallione Lieutenant (Retired) Lombard Illinois Fire Dept.

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