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)
Great day fishing !
Great day fishing !
Great trip!
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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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Edward M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day fishing !

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on April 18, 2024
Capt and mate were great ! Very helpful and professional!! First class trip!!!
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Mark F.
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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Fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on December 18, 2023
Despite the not so favorable whether conditions during the week,ย  the captain and crew were great, teaching us all about the...
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Joseph B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Highly Recommend

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 7, 2024
Captain and First mate were simply the best we ever had. Friendly, Helpful, Compassionate to a sick friend, caught about 60...
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Bradley V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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LaCosta is awesome

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 15, 2024
Captain Patrick and First Mate Brad were great. They were flexible and willing to listen to our fishing hopes for the day....
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Michael W.
Washington, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Six hour trip with captain Pat

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 22, 2023
Captain Pat and First Mate Brad were fantastic on our trip and the fishing. Highly recommend - our first deep sea outing...
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