Marine Zone Fishing in Tarpon Springs

Location: Tarpon Springs, Florida
Trip Types: Inshore and flats fishing; seasonal tarpon trips; scalloping
Phone: 727-534-6603

Marine Zone Fishing offers Tarpon Springs charters with Captain Matt Cowden. Its core program fishes shallow flats and inshore habitat, with seasonal tarpon and scalloping trips available alongside ordinary half-, three-quarter- and full-day outings.

Contact and booking details

Operator	Marine Zone Fishing
Area	Tarpon Springs, Florida
Departure / address	Published contact location: 1197 N Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. Confirm the boat launch separately.
Phone	727-534-6603
Email	marinezonefishing@ymail.com
Website / reservations	Visit Marine Zone Fishing
Trip options	Inshore and flats fishing; seasonal tarpon trips; scalloping

The captain

Cowden grew up fishing local waters and describes more than 15 years of charter-guiding experience. The operator identifies him as USCG-licensed and insured. Marine Zone also serves guests staying in Clearwater, Dunedin, Hudson and nearby communities.

Marine Zone angler in a yellow jacket holding a snook. Photo from Marine Zone Fishing.

The bay boat

The official boat page describes a 24-foot Threadfin bay boat. Fishing gear is included, and guests may bring a preferred rod after arranging space with the captain. Confirm the maximum fishing party and available shade when booking rather than relying on the broad list of served locations.

Inshore rates and targets

Published inshore prices are $550 for four hours, $650 for six and $850 for eight, including two people. Additional guests cost $50 each. Snook, redfish and seatrout are the principal targets, with cobia, flounder and other fish possible when conditions suit.

Seasonal outings

The posted tarpon rates are $750 for six hours and $900 for eight, including one angler, with $100 for each additional guest. Scalloping trips have their own pricing and capacity. Verify the exact seasonal dates and departure area, since the website's general season wording should not substitute for current trip confirmation.

How to book

Call, text or use the official inquiry form with dates, guest count and preferred trip. Ask for the all-in price, license coverage, catch-cleaning arrangements and deposit terms. Pack food, drinks and sun protection after checking what is supplied, and obtain the current ramp or marina directions.

Details checked September 27, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.

Sources and photos

Featured photo: Marine Zone Fishing center console with raised tower on the water. Photo from Marine Zone Fishing.