What types of fishing charters do you offer in Marathon, FL?

Always Late Charters offers offshore fishing, reef and wreck fishing, shark fishing, inshore fishing, and island eco tours. All trips depart from Captain Hook's Marina at 11833 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL.

How much does a fishing charter in the Florida Keys cost?

Rates start at $700 for a 2-hour eco tour. Offshore fishing runs $1,350 half-day, $1,600 for 3/4-day, and $1,850 full day. Reef fishing starts at $1,150 half-day. Shark fishing starts at $950. All trips accommodate up to 6 guests.

What fish can I catch in Marathon, Florida?

Depending on the season you can target Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, Sailfish, Yellowtail Snapper, Black Grouper, and Mutton Snapper.

Do I need fishing experience to book a charter?

No experience necessary. Always Late Charters welcomes all skill levels from first-timers and young children to seasoned anglers. Captain Lucas and the first mate guide you every step of the way.

What is included in the charter price?

All charters include rods, reels, tackle, live bait, lures, fishing licenses, water, a first mate, and catch cleaning and filleting at the dock. Just bring food, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.

What is the best time of year to fish in Marathon, Florida?

The Florida Keys offer world-class fishing year round. Spring and summer are prime for offshore species like Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and Wahoo. Fall and winter are excellent for Yellowtail Snapper and Grouper on the reef.

Marathon Fishing Report — October 2026

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Oct 13

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This is the October 2026 fishing report for Marathon, FL from Always Late Charters. Recent trips have produced blackfin tuna and mahi-mahi offshore, along with wahoo and snapper. We run from Captain Hook’s Marina, 11833 Overseas Highway, with up to 6 guests aboard a 32-foot SeaVee.

Marathon Fishing Report: What’s Biting in October

Offshore, blackfin tuna and mahi-mahi made up much of the catch, with wahoo mixed in. On the bottom, we found yelloweye snapper along with other snapper. The photos in this report are from recent trips.

Blackfin Tuna

Blackfin tuna turned up consistently this month. They run offshore year-round, fight hard for their size, and are a good fish to take home.

Mahi-Mahi/Wahoo

Mahi-mahi are still around in October, with both larger and smaller fish in the mix. They are most abundant in spring and summer, so a fall mahi catch is a bonus on an offshore day. See our offshore fishing charters page for trip lengths and rates.

Wahoo showed up this month too. They are prized for their speed, fight and flavor, and peak season runs from fall through winter, so October is the start of it.

Two anglers on the bow of a charter boat with mahi-mahi, blackfin tuna and wahoo, Florida Keys

Snapper

Yelloweye snapper and other snapper came up on several trips. If snapper is the goal, see our reef fishing charters page.

Family Trips

This group of young anglers went home with blackfin tuna and a mixed bag. We take families out regularly; see our family fishing charters page for details.

Three young anglers with blackfin tuna and other fish on a dock in Marathon, FL

Common Questions

Can you keep the fish you catch on a Marathon charter?

Yes. All legal catch is yours, and we clean and fillet it at the dock before you leave. Size and bag limits for common species are in our keep your catch guide.

What is the best time to fish in Marathon?

It depends on the species. Blackfin tuna run offshore year-round, mahi are most abundant in spring and summer, and we are still catching both in October. Our best time to fish in Marathon guide covers the seasons in more detail.

When is wahoo fishing best in the Florida Keys?

Peak season runs from fall through winter. We are seeing wahoo on offshore trips now, and our offshore fishing charters page has trip details.

How much does a fishing charter cost in Marathon?

Half-day fishing charters start at $1,150, and rates go up with trip length and for offshore trips. Current prices for every trip type are on our Charters & Rates page.

Where do the charters leave from?

Captain Hook’s Marina, 11833 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050.

Book a Charter

Book online or call or text Captain Lucas at 305-394-1582. Earlier reports: June 2026 and August 2026.

Always Late Fishing Charters — Marathon, FL. Offshore, reef, shark, family and eco tour charters aboard a 32-ft SeaVee with twin 300HP Yamahas. Up to 6 guests.