Sitting on the bow of our boat, looking out over the peaceful and calm water, with a drink in hand. We are enjoying the stunning art show that Mother Nature puts on every evening at Marathon Marina and Resort in the Florida Keys. All around us muted conversations are coming from the other boats in the marina. “Wow! Look at the gorgeous sunset” “Quite a show tonight” “Life does not get any better than this.” All of us are enjoying Marathon Marina and Resort Florida boating.
While most boating gear is unique depending on your needs and tastes, you can’t go wrong with a camera, some good music, and some snacks. We love to watch the sunsets and with a little practice you can learn to see them as their own kind of entertainment!
If you are thinking “It doesn’t get better than experiencing Marathon Marina and Resort Florida boating” you’d be correct!
During Marathon Marina & Resort Florida boating the sunsets are works of art, as Mother Nature paints a constantly changing picture. With dark, rich tones of orange, red and yellow, it is no wonder that many folks in the Keys describe their sunsets as “Mango Sunsets.”
Things to Do at Marathon Marina and Resort
Sunsets are just one benefit of staying at Marathon Marina. Centrally located in the middle of the Florida Keys, it is the perfect location for exploring – if you can bring yourself to leave the resort!
Load up the boat with fishing supplies, snorkel and dive gear, and head out for some of the best fishing and snorkeling in the US! If you love to fish for pelagic fish, there is easy access to offshore sports fishing.
If you are a flats fishing enthusiast, then you will enjoy fishing in the back country of the Florida Keys!
The Reef at Marathon Marina
The resort is located just five miles from Sombrero Reef, a snorkeler’s heaven! There are lots of fish and other sea creatures to see – Parrot fish, Tangs, Pinfish, eels and even a shark or three.
Sombrero Reef is located just on the tip of the barrier reef and has lots of mooring balls. It is a shallow reef, averaging about eight feet in places and as deep as twenty feet.
Amenities at Marathon Marina and Resort
Marathon offers laundry facilities, a Captains Lounge for you to kick back and enjoy a peaceful, quiet afternoon, and LazyDays Restaurant and Tiki Bar.
LazyDays is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing, laid back dinner overlooking the water. For guests who don’t choose to come by boat, there is an RV Park and several cottages for rent.
The cottages are a fantastic choice if you are coming in on a smaller boat, and are looking for a place to stay for a bit.
Marathon Marina and Resort Florida Boating Tips
- With over 100 slips they can hold almost any size boat – but call to make sure that they have room – this is a popular marina choice for boaters.
- Many of the local tackle shops offer charts that map out the waters for easier navigation.
- Check the weather conditions on NOAA Weather TV before heading out.
- If it’s high tide, leave some slack when tying your boat. This will help in the event of the tide lowering.
- Currents can get a bit strong, be aware that near the channels current gets even stronger. The most important thing is your safety while boating.
robin rue says
May 8, 2017 at 4:59 pmThat sounds like an awesome place to visit. I want to go to Marathon!!
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:00 amDefinitely one of our favorite places – highly suggest you visit!
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:41 pmYou would love it! Let me know if you have questions!
Ladonna Maxwell Dennis says
May 8, 2017 at 5:03 pmSounds like you had a lot of fun! Perhaps a get away to Florida someday for me and my better half will be in order!
Jeanette says
May 8, 2017 at 5:22 pmOH I SOOO want to do this! That place looks amazing and that food looks divine!!!
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:03 amJeannette, I love that it’s family friendly and it is one of our go to’s in the Keys!
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:44 pmIt’s really a great place! And the food and drinks are great!
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
May 8, 2017 at 5:29 pmThat sounds like the perfect place to spend a day! I love getting out on the water, and that food looks amazing. I think our family would have a ton of fun!
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:04 amStacie, it’s a great place to call home, and go day tripping – fishing, diving, snorkeling or just exploring!
Colleen Lanin says
May 8, 2017 at 5:31 pmI want to go there with the family so bad! In our neck of the woods, it’s mostly dry and arid. Not a lot of boating going on around here.
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:02 amYou would love it!
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:06 amColeen, You’d love the Keys – certainly a different climate, and the exploring is great!
Melissa says
May 8, 2017 at 5:45 pmI have never been much of a sailor nor has my husband but those pictures make me want to start. If we went I hope there would be people to take us out to the good snorkeling and fishing spots.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:47 pmYes m’am – there are lots of snorkeling and boat tours! Our favorite for diving and snorkeling is Blue Water divers – http://www.bluewaterdiver.net
Sarah says
May 8, 2017 at 5:49 pmThat looks like such a wonderful place to vacation. It’s definitely a change from the desert like weather I’m used to in Southern California’s desert. I could see myself spending days there just soaking up the sun and beautiful sunsets.
gingermommyrants says
May 8, 2017 at 5:51 pmThese sunsets are amazing. I would love to go to this resort and relax. Being on the water is always so calming.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:48 pmI have to agree! My happy place is on or near the water!
Elizabeth Lampman says
May 8, 2017 at 5:53 pmThe Florida Keys are an amazing place. The sunsets are so beautiful You have to see one with your own eyes at least once. This sounds like a fantastic resort.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:50 pmIt’s a great place to relax and enjoy Florida’s mango sunsets!
Amy Desrosiers says
May 8, 2017 at 6:32 pmI would love to spend my days on a boat with a good drink. I think that is what you call the life!
Betsi says
May 9, 2017 at 2:07 amAmy, that is the boat life for sure!
Connie says
May 8, 2017 at 6:39 pmI have never been to the Florida Keys, but you make it sound amazing. Sounds like I’ll need to put them on my “need to go” list.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:54 pmYou definitely must!
reesa says
May 8, 2017 at 7:43 pmThe Florida keys are just an amazing place to visit! My husband would love to go to Marathon!
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:57 pmAnd Marathon would love to have you! It is a a great place!
Sinisa says
May 8, 2017 at 9:25 pmBoating looks so much fun. Just supper classy. Thanks for sharing
Sarah says
May 8, 2017 at 9:31 pmWow, looks like a great marina and some amazing food. I’d love to visit here someday, we don’t get enough of the ocean.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 2:59 pmCome and visit Florida! We have plenty of sun, fun and boating!
Dawn Lopez says
May 8, 2017 at 11:15 pmMarathon Marina sounds like a wonderful place to vacation and relax. The food looks delicious too!
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 3:00 pmFood was scrumptious! And the marina is great! I love to see families having fun together!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
May 8, 2017 at 11:51 pmThis looks like a great experience! The food looks great! Can’t wait to try this!
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 3:01 pmCome! You won’t be disappointed!
Tara says
May 10, 2017 at 12:21 pmWe try to go to Florida every year. I will have to check out Marathon Marina.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 3:02 pmYay! That you get here yearly! Check out all that Marathon offers!
Stacie says
May 10, 2017 at 12:21 pmThis looks like a fabulous place. The food looks amazing as well.
Betsi says
May 10, 2017 at 3:04 pmYes to both! Great place, great food and great drinks! And the sunsets are incredible!