Featured Tarpon Charters in Marathon
Expert captains ready to take you on your next tarpon adventure.
No Slack Fishing
No Slack Sport Fishing offers all types of fishing from offshore, wreck, and reef to inshore, bay, and Tarpon fishing.
Seven Mile Fly Shop
We are a premier fly fishing outfitter and full service fly shop specialized in bonefish, permit and tarpon fishing in the Florida Keys.
Sundance Sportfishing
Sundance Florida Keys Sportfishing Charters provides amazing offshore, deep sea sport fishing adventures. Fish for sailfish, Mahi, Wahoo, Dolphin, Shark, Snapper, Grouper, and Tarpon in Marathon, Florida.
Flat Out Sportfishing
Florida Keys flats fishing in the pristine waters of the Keys from Marathon to Key West, with professional guide Capt. Diego Cordova fishing for bonefish, tarpon, permit and more.
Two Conchs Fishing Charters
Two Conchs Gear Charter Fishing Two Conchs Transportation Fishing Camp – Florida Keys Kids Fish Camp Request Information Contact Us Cancellation Policy Two Conchs Fishing Charters Capt. Jack Carlson Welcome to Two Conchs Charters running over 17 Yellowfins in our fleet and featured on the Reality Show "Two Conchs Sportsfishing TV". We offer Offshore, Reef/Wreck, Tarpon,
Best Time to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon can be caught year-round in Marathon. Right now in June, activity is high.
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Tarpon
5 charters in Marathon, FL target Tarpon.
Tarpon are known for their acrobatic leaps and impressive fighting ability, making them a favorite among sport anglers. They inhabit warm coastal waters and estuaries, often found near mangroves and coral reefs. Tarpon fishing is particularly popular during the summer months when they are more active.
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How to Catch Tarpon
Tarpon Fishing Regulations in Florida
Open Season
Year-round
Daily Bag Limit
Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag
Size Limit
Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest
License Required
Saltwater fishing license
Tarpon tags are obtained through a lottery or purchase for certain circumstances. There are gear restrictions; use of treble hooks to harvest tarpon is prohibited.
⚠️ Always verify current regulations with the Florida state wildlife agency before fishing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Tarpon fishing regulations in Florida?
In Florida, the season is year-round, the daily bag limit is Catch-and-release only, except for harvest with a Tarpon tag, the minimum size is Must possess a Tarpon tag to harvest. Regulations change throughout the year, so confirm current rules with the Florida wildlife agency before fishing.
Do I need a fishing license to catch Tarpon in Florida?
Saltwater fishing license. On a guided charter, anglers are often covered under the captain's license — confirm with your guide when booking.
Which charters target Tarpon in Marathon?
Charters targeting Tarpon in Marathon, FL include No Slack Fishing, Seven Mile Fly Shop, Sundance Sportfishing. Compare captains, reviews, and rates above.
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