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

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(416 reviews)
Treasure Island
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 416 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Lenora W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2025
We had a great time, caught a lot of fish. The captain and crew were amazing.
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Cynthia A.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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4 Hour Morning Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 2, 2024
We had a wonderful time in early November as the weather was just perfect. They were extremely helpful in teaching us how to...
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Jen S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing trip

VERIFIED   Extended Half Day Trip on April 27, 2025
We had an amazing time. Patrick and Brad take care of everything from bating hooks, removing fish from hooks, to cleaning the...
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John A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Had a great time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 24, 2025
Capt Patrick and his first mate were great! Very knowledgable and very attentive.ย  We did bottom fishing and came home with...
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Michael D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day....Great crew

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 22, 2025
Captain and mate were very helpful. The6 made the day a memorable one and everyone had the best time. I would definitely recommend...
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