La Costa Charters – 22' 

5.0/5 (9 reviews)
 12795 Kingfish Drive, Treasure Island, FL 33706, United States

La Costa Charters welcomes anglers of all ages and skills! They operate in the region of Treasure Island Florida, and they can guide you across all the diverse fishing spots this area holds.  Under the guidance of Captain Patrick Eckelbarger, you get to have a thrilling experience at sea, whether you are a seasoned fishing enthusiast, or you are just opening yourself to the fantastic world of fishing.

You’ll be spending your trip across the waves on the AquaSport (center console) model from 1987, which has recently been restored (2020). This revamped vessel is 22 feet long and can take up to 4 guests. For your optimal fishing experience, there are fishfinding equipment and downriggers. The boat can get up to speeds of 30 knots with a single Yamaha engine.

With this charter, you can utilize the fisheries of the region to the fullest. You get to chose from inshore, nearshore, and offshore locations which include reefs, wrecks, and backcountry hotspots. You can go after the feisty Kingfish, Redfish, or snook or try your luck with mouthwatering Flounder. The charter also gives you the chance to try out many different techniques like light and heavy tackle, handline, or trolling, to name some.

Families with children are welcome. Guests are covered with the charter’s Florida fishing license, and additionally, all the fishing gear, bait, and lures will be ready on board. The crew includes a first mate, and they will happily help you with the preparation of your catch, should you get lucky.  All you need to do is bring your snacks and refreshments, and the crew will take care of the rest.

Have an amazing adventure in this fish-rich region, and hopefully get your fridge full by the end of the day. Book a trip with La Costa Charters and have an amazing time!

Patrick Eckelbarger

Captain

Patrick Eckelbarger

11 years of experience

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Price for 2 people
US $350 
Half Day Trip – Shark
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $400 
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for 2 people
US $500 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (7)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

89%

Caught fish

83%

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Jamie M.
Jamie M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A day to remember!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on September 16, 2024

We left at 7am for a half day trip, and started catching fish almost immediately after putting our lines in. Some we kept to cook, and others we used for bait. Ended up reeling in a 7’ bull shark to end the day! Overall, AMAZING time, and equally great captain! Thank you, Patrick!

We left at 7am for a half day trip, and started catching fish almost immediately after putting our lines in. Some we kept to cook, and others we used for bait. Ended up reeling in a 7’ bull shark to end the day! Overall, AMAZING time, and equally great captain! Thank you, Patrick!  

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 Jamie M. recommends La Costa Charters – 22'

Bradley V.
Bradley V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

La Costa is the best

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Shark on March 6, 2024

Captain Patrick and Brad are awesome. Got us fish for dinner and got us on big fish too. Really a great experience.

Captain Patrick and Brad are awesome. Got us fish for dinner and got us on big fish too. Really a great experience.  

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 Bradley V. recommends La Costa Charters – 22'
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Becky L.
Becky L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Patrick

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on December 26, 2022

 

 Becky L. recommends La Costa Charters – 22'
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Kevin S.
Kevin S.

United States

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Shark on September 25, 2022

 

 Kevin S. recommends La Costa Charters – 22'

Dexter P.
Dexter P.

Newport, TN

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (PM) on May 14, 2021

Awesome Captain and Mate! Highly recommended! Thanks for an awesome fishing trip Captain Patrick and Mate Brad! My girls loved it!

Awesome Captain and Mate! Highly recommended! Thanks for an awesome fishing trip Captain Patrick and Mate Brad! My girls loved it!  

 Dexter P. recommends La Costa Charters – 22'

FAQs about La Costa Charters – 22'

What are the trip rates for La Costa Charters – 22'?

La Costa Charters – 22' offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Shark (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with La Costa Charters – 22'?

When you book a trip with La Costa Charters – 22', you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS Simrad NSS12
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with La Costa Charters – 22'?

Trips booked with La Costa Charters – 22' include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does La Costa Charters – 22' offer?

La Costa Charters – 22' offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does La Costa Charters – 22' offer?

La Costa Charters – 22' offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Handline
Which fish species can I catch with La Costa Charters – 22'?

Top targeted fish species with La Costa Charters – 22' include:

  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Permit
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Patrick Eckelbarger

Treasure Island, Florida, United States

420 Customer reviews
Response time 7 hours
Member since January 2015

I specialize in offshore bottom fishing and trolling in the abundant St. Petersburg and Madeira Beach fishing grounds. I always wanted to be a captain since I was a kid and was lucky enough to live my dream. I love targeting Red Grouper, Amberjack, Hogfish, Gag Grouper, Snappers, Kingfish, Tunas, as well as various pelagics inhabiting the offshore grounds. This is my passion and we will do everything to show you what La Costa Charters is all about and why you are in good hands with us. We guarantee it!

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Permit
Permit
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
AquaSport
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Handline

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Simrad NSS12

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

First Mate

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

What’s biting in Treasure Island right now

King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
PermitPermit
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
TarponTarpon