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Top Notch Tarpon Trips

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Marathon Key Nearshore Run

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"Silver King" Special

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Marathon Reef And Bride Adventure

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Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

Nearshore Expedition

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Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Deep Sea Combo (Swordfishing)

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Offshore Marathon

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Everything to Know About Booking a Marathon live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Marathon with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 88 live bait fishing trips in Marathon, and the most popular trips in the area are Top Notch Tarpon Trips guided by Bill, Marathon Key Nearshore Run guided by Steve, and "Silver King" Special guided by John.

Our guides in Marathon are rated a 4.98 out of 5 based on 6181 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Marathon? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Marathon.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Marathon?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Marathon as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Marathon are: 1. mahi mahi, 2. sailfish, 3. yellowtail snapper, 4. mangrove snapper, and 5. blackfin tuna.

How much do Marathon live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Marathon can range anywhere from about $775 to $2,600, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Marathon is $1,189. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Marathon is $1,821.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in Marathon?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Marathon is summer, and most anglers book their trips 11 days in advance.

Do I need a Marathon fishing license and what are the bag limits in Marathon?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Marathon, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Marathon. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Marathon.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a wonderful time! Eric was the most knowledgeable marine wildlife expert I’ve ever had. He was awesome with my kids and sooo patient! We caught some good fish, not as many as we would have liked, but it was a great day! Snorkeled over a sunken ship and that was unbelievable. Great time and highly recommend.

    Jared O. | January 5, 2026

    Trip: 3-8 Hour Reef And Wreck Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Steve was excellent! We enjoyed fishing! He worked hard to put us on some quality fish! We had a top notch experience!

    Lynde U. | December 30, 2025

    Trip: Marathon Key Offshore - 32’ Morgan

  • ★★★★★
    Great experience with Capt Brad and Miles. Very knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. We had a great time and caught a ton of fish.

    Michael V. | December 28, 2025

    Trip: Marathon Premier Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bobby and mate Jason worked really hard to find us some sharks. The weather wasn’t great but we hooked a whole bunch of fish and we did get one 100lb nurse shark that my daughter enjoyed battling for a solid half an hour

    Brian G. | December 25, 2025

    Trip: Shark Fishing Marathon

  • ★★★★★
    Chris was AWESOME!!! Caught a ton of fish.

    Daniel H. | December 24, 2025

    Trip: Half Day (4hr)

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