Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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?
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (55)
+52Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Jul 8, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
Great time had by all!!!
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!
Thank you Captain Brad! First time as a family going charter fishing. We booked a 4 hour which was appropriate amount of time...
Jul 8, 2025
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon
Great Guide and Perfect for Kids
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!
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...
Jul 10, 2025
4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon
FISH ON!
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.
Captain Brad was great. Very friendly and knowledgeable. We were on the fish in no time! Captain Brad took us to several locations...
Aug 9, 2025
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl
Great Captain
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.
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...
Jul 11, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
Beautiful Day
We had a wonderful time fishing with Capt. Brad. We caught a few fish and he was very helpful during the trip. The boat was great and we went out and was able to see the dolphins, it was great to see them out in the ocean playing around. I definitely recommend booking with his captain, he was great.
We had a wonderful time fishing with Capt. Brad. We caught a few fish and he was very helpful during the trip. The boat was...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (55)
+52Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
96%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time had by all!!!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 8, 2025
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!
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...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Guide and Perfect for Kids
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on July 8, 2025
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!
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!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
FISH ON!
4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on July 10, 2025
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.
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.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Captain
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on August 9, 2025
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.
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.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Beautiful Day
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on July 11, 2025
We had a wonderful time fishing with Capt. Brad. We caught a few fish and he was very helpful during the trip. The boat was great and we went out and was able to see the dolphins, it was great to see them out in the ocean playing around. I definitely recommend booking with his captain, he was great.
We had a wonderful time fishing with Capt. Brad. We caught a few fish and he was very helpful during the trip. The boat was great and we went out and was able to see the dolphins, it was great to see them out in the ocean playing around. I definitely recommend booking with his captain, he was great.
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