Amelia Backwater Fishing Co 

4.9/5 (69 reviews)
 10 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co 

Fernandina Beach, FL, United States
22 ft
4
4.9/5 (69 reviews)

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Book your next trip with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co and find out what makes the fishing in Fernandina Beach so unique. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Brad can tell you all about them.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Kingfish, Black Drum, Black Seabass, Black Grouper, Red Snapper, Tarpon, and anything else that bites. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Brad also offers fly fishing and will provide the necessary gear.

Your boat for the day is a 22' BullsBay that holds up to 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you may need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Families making a day of it will be glad that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co will make it easy for you to go fishing in Fernandina Beach. So, how about booking that trip?

Book your next trip with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co and find out what makes the fishing in Fernandina Beach so unique. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Brad can tell you all about them.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Kingfish, Black Drum, Black Seabass, Black Grouper, Red Snapper, Tarpon, and anything else that bites. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Brad also offers fly fishing and will provide the necessary gear.

Your boat for the day is a 22' BullsBay that holds up to 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you may need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Families making a day of it will be glad that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co will make it easy for you to go fishing in Fernandina Beach. So, how about booking that trip?

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Rating

4.9
69 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (73)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Joshua Wyche
Joshua Wyche
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North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
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5.0
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Great time had by all!!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 20252 adults2 children
Thank you Captain Brad! First time as a family going charter fishing. We booked a 4 hour which was appropriate amount of time for 12 year old & 8 year old. My kids are normal kids playing sports & video games or said another way they get bored quickly. Brad was welcoming from the get go, the 4 hour time frame allowed us time to try multiple spots, he taught my kids to ensure my kids had a memorable trip, & it felt like you were fishing with a buddy from back home (best compliment I can give to someone in a customer service business). We walked off boat to Salty Pelican where boys are eating their catch & boys are asking to go fishing with Captain Brad again next year!
Mike Mcclatchey
Mike Mcclatchey
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Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Memories accomplished !!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 11, 20261 adult1 child
I took my 12-year-old daughter out and couldn’t ask for a better Captain. Let’s just say the universe provided a wonderful day and the perfect Captain for her and I. I will definitely be booking again with Captain Brad. No questions there five star all the way around.
Response from Captain
June 11, 2026
Thank you so much. Looking forward to seeing you guys again!
Kyle Kautz
Kyle Kautz
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
New
Brad was fantastic
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on May 26, 20262 adults
Brad made everything super simple and easy for us. He had a very mellow and chill personality and was there to assist us and answer any questions we had without making us feel dumb or akward. You can tell he knows the waters well where we fished and we were on them all day!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Response from Captain
May 26, 2026
thank you guys so much for coming. looking forward to seeing you in the future
Angela Radford
Angela Radford
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
flonder
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 12, 20262 adults
we had the best time and we caught flounder and had the best time and would definitely do it again!! thank you so much
Reported catch:
Flounder
Sandy Briggs
Sandy Briggs
Repeat angler
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Guide and Perfect for Kids
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on July 8, 20252 adults2 children
Wonderful guide with a great personality! We took our grand kids who were 6 and 8 and he was wonderful with them! Made it a really fun and educational! My husband enjoyed talking baseball with him! My grandson caught a hammerhead shark and thought the Earth stood still! That is his favorite shark! All and all it was an excellent trip and I would highly recommend this company!

Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4hr Tower Sight Fishing
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 hour Flats Boat 2ppl
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6hr Tower Sight Fishing
6 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
69 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (73)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Joshua Wyche
Joshua Wyche
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great time had by all!!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 20252 adults2 children
Thank you Captain Brad! First time as a family going charter fishing. We booked a 4 hour which was appropriate amount of time for 12 year old & 8 year old. My kids are normal kids playing sports & video games or said another way they get bored quickly. Brad was welcoming from the get go, the 4 hour time frame allowed us time to try multiple spots, he taught my kids to ensure my kids had a memorable trip, & it felt like you were fishing with a buddy from back home (best compliment I can give to someone in a customer service business). We walked off boat to Salty Pelican where boys are eating their catch & boys are asking to go fishing with Captain Brad again next year!
Mike Mcclatchey
Mike Mcclatchey
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Memories accomplished !!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 11, 20261 adult1 child
I took my 12-year-old daughter out and couldn’t ask for a better Captain. Let’s just say the universe provided a wonderful day and the perfect Captain for her and I. I will definitely be booking again with Captain Brad. No questions there five star all the way around.
Response from Captain
June 11, 2026
Thank you so much. Looking forward to seeing you guys again!
Kyle Kautz
Kyle Kautz
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Brad was fantastic
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on May 26, 20262 adults
Brad made everything super simple and easy for us. He had a very mellow and chill personality and was there to assist us and answer any questions we had without making us feel dumb or akward. You can tell he knows the waters well where we fished and we were on them all day!
Reported catch:
Redfish
Flounder
Response from Captain
May 26, 2026
thank you guys so much for coming. looking forward to seeing you in the future
Angela Radford
Angela Radford
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
flonder
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 12, 20262 adults
we had the best time and we caught flounder and had the best time and would definitely do it again!! thank you so much
Reported catch:
Flounder
Sandy Briggs
Sandy Briggs
Repeat angler
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Great Guide and Perfect for Kids
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on July 8, 20252 adults2 children
Wonderful guide with a great personality! We took our grand kids who were 6 and 8 and he was wonderful with them! Made it a really fun and educational! My husband enjoyed talking baseball with him! My grandson caught a hammerhead shark and thought the Earth stood still! That is his favorite shark! All and all it was an excellent trip and I would highly recommend this company!

FAQs about Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
BullsBay
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
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