Captain
Patrick Eckelbarger

Member since January 2015 Treasure Island, United States
Background
I specialize in offshore bottom fishing and trolling in the abundant St. Petersburg and Madeira Beach fishing grounds. I always wanted to be a captain since I was a kid and was lucky enough to live my dream. I love targeting Red Grouper, Amberjack, Hogfish, Gag Grouper, Snappers, Kingfish, Tunas, as well as various pelagics inhabiting the offshore grounds. This is my passion and we will do everything to show you what La Costa Charters is all about and why you are in good hands with us. We guarantee it!

Hey, I'm Captain Patrick Eckelbarger

Treasure Island, United States
Background
I specialize in offshore bottom fishing and trolling in the abundant St. Petersburg and Madeira Beach fishing grounds. I always wanted to be a captain since I was a kid and was lucky enough to live my dream. I love targeting Red Grouper, Amberjack, Hogfish, Gag Grouper, Snappers, Kingfish, Tunas, as well as various pelagics inhabiting the offshore grounds. This is my passion and we will do everything to show you what La Costa Charters is all about and why you are in good hands with us. We guarantee it!
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La Costa Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(348 reviews)
Treasure Island
trips from US $650

La Costa Charters โ€“ 22'

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(8 reviews)
Treasure Island
trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 356 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (504)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
91%
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Michael M.
Land O' Lakes, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day with Patrick and Parker

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on November 15, 2020
Looking for a relaxing day on the water with some good friends and we decided to hook up with LaCosta Charters for a 3/4 day...
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Richard G.
Roxbury Township, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Patrick

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 21, 2022
He put us on the Grouper and showed us how to bring them up. Highly recommend!
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Jean R.
Atlantic Beach, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Patrick & Mate Brad

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 11, 2022
Great trip, super knowledgeable captain and great first mate. Could not have asked for a better trip!
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John B.
Snell, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/4 day trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 19, 2022
We had a great time Captain was very knowledgeable! We caught a bunch of Red Grouper!
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Andy A.
Winchester, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 14, 2022
Great experience. The captain and first mate were very friendly and accommodating
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