Backwater Fishing Adventures 

4.8/5 (213 reviews)
 
State licensed
 2110 2nd Avenue North, Jacksonville, FL 32250, United States
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Captain David of Backwater Fishing Adventures warmly welcomes you to come have a fishing adventure with him. Some of the best shallow water fishing in the world can be found here, and Capt. David knows all the best places to take you to. He specializes in light tackle and fly fishing in the scenic Jacksonville Beach area of Florida, fishing for Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder and Black Drum.

His 19’ Bay Craft boat is powered by 115 HP Yamaha engine. Coupled with Capt. David’s knowledge of the area and his fishfinder, you’ll be on the fish in no time. You will fish shallow flats, creeks, and the Intercoastal waterway for a variety of species. With a large casting area at the front of the boat, it is a perfect vessel for fly fishing. The equipment needed for fly fishing is included, but experienced anglers are welcome to bring their own.

For ease of fishing, there is a poling platform and trolling motor on board. In 2002, Capt. David won the Mercury Celebrity Classic grand champion guide. Yet he still believes that teaching children is his greatest accomplishment. You will leave these trips with lasting memories and new skills at fishing, as well as plenty of fish for dinner! Capt. David will happily fillet all fish you wish to take home.

All level of anglers are welcome aboard, especially children. Capt. David understands the importance of teaching the next generation, and is happy to show them the ropes and inspire in them a love of fishing. The shorter trip is recommended for them, whereas more experienced anglers are better suited for the longer trip.

Due to the nature of river fishing, customers should contact the captain prior to the trip to finalise pickup location. The capacity of the boat is 3 adults, or 3 adults and 1 child. It is recommended you bring along sunscreen and polarized sunglasses. Fishing license is included too, so all that left to do is book now and meet Capt. David soon!

David Borries

Captain

David Borries

28 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

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

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $450 
Half day trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
Price for up to 3 people
US $450 
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $600 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 3 people
US $800 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 213 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (186)

We went fishing
Great Trip
Great captain. Easily put us on fish.
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

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Sara M.
Sara M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best trip ever!!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2025

This is our second year with captain Dave and we didn’t think it could get better than the first one, but it did!!! He put us on fish the entire time. Between my husband and I, we together probably caught 20-30 fish but we lost count. We will definitely be booking another trip.

This is our second year with captain Dave and we didn’t think it could get better than the first one, but it did!!! He put us on fish the entire time. Between my husband and I, we together probably caught 20-30 fish but we lost count. We will definitely be booking another trip.  

 Sara M. recommends Backwater Fishing Adventures

Susan S.
Susan S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

We went fishing

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 2025

He was very knowledgeable about the tides, waters and habits of fish! We caught our limit and then some (which we threw back). Would highly recommend!!

He was very knowledgeable about the tides, waters and habits of fish! We caught our limit and then some (which we threw back). Would highly recommend!!  

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 Susan S. recommends Backwater Fishing Adventures

Ryan H.
Ryan H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2025

Despite the windy conditions, Captain Dave put us on the fish, making it an unforgettable trip for me and my son!

Despite the windy conditions, Captain Dave put us on the fish, making it an unforgettable trip for me and my son!  

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 Ryan H. recommends Backwater Fishing Adventures
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Kelli M.
Kelli M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

My first redfish

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on July 30, 2024

David was a great guide and coach. He really knows the backcountry, puts you on the fish and helped improve my casting. Highly recommend.

David was a great guide and coach. He really knows the backcountry, puts you on the fish and helped improve my casting. Highly recommend.  

 Kelli M. recommends Backwater Fishing Adventures

LEO B.
LEO B.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Capt Dave is a pleasure to fish with

VERIFIED

Half day trip on March 13, 2025

Great captain , would go with Capt Dave again without hesitation A++

Great captain , would go with Capt Dave again without hesitation A++  

 LEO B. recommends Backwater Fishing Adventures

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FAQs about Backwater Fishing Adventures

What are the trip rates for Backwater Fishing Adventures?

Backwater Fishing Adventures offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $450 per group - Half day trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Backwater Fishing Adventures?

When you book a trip with Backwater Fishing Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Backwater Fishing Adventures?

Trips booked with Backwater Fishing Adventures include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water, sodas)
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Backwater Fishing Adventures offer?

Backwater Fishing Adventures offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Backwater Fishing Adventures offer?

Backwater Fishing Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Backwater Fishing Adventures?

Top targeted fish species with Backwater Fishing Adventures include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet your captain

David Borries

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
213 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2015

David's passion for fishing was ignited when he learned to fish along the Mississippi Gulf Coast as a young boy, fishing with his father in a small wooden row boat. He has come a long way since that rowboat, and has been guiding in northeast Florida for over 20 years now. He writes for the Coastal Angler Magazine and has been featured in Florida Sportsman, the Florida Times-Union, and Trailer Boats Magazine, so you know you are in safe hands with him!

Fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
1998
Boat manufacturer
Bay Craft
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 115HP

Where you can fish

River Fishing

Inshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Spinning

Jigging

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

What's on board

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Prepared in advance

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Water, sodas

Fishing License

Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Jacksonville right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
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