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
(419 reviews)
Treasure Island
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Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 419 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
95%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Ken S.
Largo, Florida
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 March 8, 2017
Captain Patrick and Michael were very friendly!ย  We had a great time and caught some great fish!ย  Thanks for everything!!
Ken S. recommends La Costa Charters
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Megan W.
Brandon, Florida
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 Pat

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 28, 2017
We had a fantastic time. Patrick was extremely personable and welcoming. He and his shipmate, Will, weโ€™re knowledgeable and...
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Wallace C.
Syracuse, New York
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 at Sea

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 27, 2016
Great day out at sea.ย  Caught fish right away even a black finned Tuna which was rare.ย  It was a family trip with three teenagers!ย ...
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Paul H.
Saint Petersburg, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish tales

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 28, 2016
Captain Patrick and Ryan provided myself, my daughter and son-in-law with a fantastic experience.ย  None of us have fished...
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Paul W.
Lawrenceville, GA
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 27, 2023
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