Amelia Backwater Fishing Co 

4.9/5 (46 reviews)
 10 Ash Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, United States

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?

Brad Ecklof

Captain

Brad Ecklof

8 years of experience
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Live Bait
 Pickup Included
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $350 
4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $500 
4 Hour Trip – Inshore

 In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $500 
4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon

 In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $500 
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $550 
4hr Tower Sight Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $550 
4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon

 In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago

FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $550 
6 hour Flats Boat 2ppl
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $750 
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $750 
6 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $800 
6hr Tower Sight Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $800 
8 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,000 
8 Hour Trip – Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,200 
There are 15 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (46)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

95%

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Joshua W.
Joshua W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time had by all!!!

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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...  

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 Joshua W. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Sandy B.
Sandy B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Guide and Perfect for Kids

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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!  

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 Sandy B. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Rebecca B.
Rebecca B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

June fishing trip

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2 Hour Trip on June 21, 2025

This was our first charter trip. Captain Brad was very knowledgeable and truly tried to put us on fish by trying several spots in a short amount of time. We caught a few small fish but no keepers. It wasn’t for lack of trying, just the conditions of the day. We would definitely go again.

This was our first charter trip. Captain Brad was very knowledgeable and truly tried to put us on fish by trying several spots in a short amount of time. We caught a few small fish but no keepers. It wasn’t for lack of trying, just the conditions of the day. We would definitely go again.  

 Rebecca B. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Stephanie M.
Stephanie M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun trip! Highly recommend!

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4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on June 20, 2025

We went on trip with 2 adults and 2 kids! Brad was friendly and helpful! We had so much fun and learned a lot too! Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back!

We went on trip with 2 adults and 2 kids! Brad was friendly and helpful! We had so much fun and learned a lot too! Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be back!  

 Stephanie M. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Marsha R.
Marsha R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain was awesome!!!

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4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on July 6, 2025

Mr. Brad was so very nice and made for a wonderful experience. We will use him again for another fishing trip.

Mr. Brad was so very nice and made for a wonderful experience. We will use him again for another fishing trip.  

 Marsha R. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

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FAQs about Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

What are the trip rates for Amelia Backwater Fishing Co?

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $350 per group - 2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 4hr Tower Sight Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 hour Flats Boat 2ppl (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Nearshore (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6hr Tower Sight Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Nearshore (8 hours)
What's included in the trip price with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co?

Trips booked with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Amelia Backwater Fishing Co offer?

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Amelia Backwater Fishing Co offer?

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co?

Top targeted fish species with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet your captain

Brad Ecklof

Fernandina Beach, Florida, United States

2 Fishing Reports
46 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2023

Get ready for a fantastic fishing adventure with Amelia Backwater Fishing Co! When you book with us, you're in for a treat. I'm Captain Brad Ecklof born and raised here on Amelia Island, with over 25 years of fishing experience, I know how to make your trip unforgettable. Safety is my top priority, so rest assured that everything is up to date and double-checked for your peace of mind. Come explore the waters around Amelia Island, and see for yourself!

Fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tarpon

Your boat

Boat Image
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

Where you can fish

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Fly Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

What's on board

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Fernandina Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 PayPal

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fernandina Beach right now

King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
15 people are looking at this charter.