Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

4.9/5 (59 reviews)

10 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States–

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

4.9/5 (59 reviews)

10 Ash Street

Fernandina Beach, FL, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

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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, Tarpon, Red Snapper, Black Drum, Black Seabass, Black Grouper, 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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4.9

59 reviews

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4.9

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4.9

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Joshua Wyche

5.0

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Great time had by all!!!

4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 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!

Jacob Reaves

5.0

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Great Time!!

4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on December 28, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

Captain Brad has lots of experience and is a great Captain! We were a family of 4 and had a great time! Highly recommend if you want a laid back fishing experience and to catch fish.

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December 29, 2025

Thank you guys so much for coming! looking forward ro seeing you again!

Sandy Briggs

5.0

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Great Guide and Perfect for Kids

4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on July 8, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 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!

Kevin Hayes

5.0

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FISH ON!

4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on July 10, 2025 • 2 adults • 2 children

Captain Brad was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We were on the fish in no time! Captain Brad took us to several locations so we could catch some fish that the kids could reel in by themselves. We caught fish at every location and the weather was great. Will definitely book again with Captain Brad when we are back in town.

Marquette Magee

5.0

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Great Captain

4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on August 9, 2025 • 4 adults

The Captain was very knowledgeable of where to go and how to fit everything in a 4 hour trip. Very personable and ready to teach when needed.

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