Marathon is the Heart of the Keys, and offers up plenty of reasons to make it a valuable addition to rest of its sisters. An airport and hospital give it a modern, practical feel, but there are lots of light-hearted diversions to keep you feeling mellow. Sombrero Reef is a haven for snorkelers, Crane Point Hammock holds 64 acres of museums and a nature center, and the Dolphin Research Center and Turtle Hospital take care of the marine animals that make their home in Marathon. Spend some time enjoying the wonderful conditions for ocean activities in Boot Key Harbor, and then continue your journey to the next blissful island.....read more
May 15-20, 2010 ~ Faro Blanco Invitational Tarpon Tournament - Marathon
Contact: Robert Traa (609) 645-1840 ex 115
May 20 & 23, 2010 ~ 34th Annual Ladies Tarpon Tournament - Marathon
Contact: Donna Vankirk at (305) 289-2248
May 28 & 29, 2010 ~ Marathon Inshore Flats Tournament - Tarpon Series
Limited entry of 35 boats.
Contact: (305) 289-0199
June 19, 2010 ~ Father’s Day Dolphin Derby - Marathon
Contact: Jack Carlson (305) 289-0199
June 25-27, 2010 ~ Burdines Waterfront Dolphin & Blackfin Fun Fishing Tournament - Marathon
Contact: Brenda Duff (305) 743-5317
July 28 & 29, 2010 ~ 5th Annual Lobster Rodeo - Marathon
Contact: 305-743-7255
September 13-19, 2010 ~ Conchtoberfest - Marathon
Contact: Sheldon Suga (305) 764-6420
September 16-19, 2010 ~ Marathon International Bonefish Tournament
Contact: Nancy Ponzoa (305) 394-7758
September 25, 2010 ~ Florida Keys Swordfest & Deep Drop Tournament - Marathon
Contact: (305) 289-0199
October 8 & 9, 2010 ~ Marathon Inshore Flats Tournament - Bonefish Series
Contact: (305) 289-0199
October 11-13, 2010 ~ Bonefishing World Championship / Islamorada All-Tackle Bonefish Tournament
Contact: Charlotte Ambrogio (305) 664-2444
