Captain
Brad Ecklof

Member since July 2023 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
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!

Hey, I'm Captain Brad Ecklof

Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
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!
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My Charter Listing

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(63 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (66)
great time
\u201cThat\u2019s not a bass!\u201d
Pumkin Patch
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Joshua W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time had by all!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on July 8, 2025
Thank you Captain Brad!ย  First time as a family going charter fishing.ย  We booked a 4 hour which was appropriate...
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Greg B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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โ€œThatโ€™s not a bass!โ€

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore on March 30, 2026
My son has always wanted to hookup with a keeper red, and Capt Brad made it happen. He got us to some solid locations and gave...
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Wesley R.
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

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on March 8, 2026
The trip was fantastic Captain Brad is professional honest and personable, we all had a great time would definitely do it again...
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Dana D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on April 2, 2026
Nice fishing trip,ย  Brad very freindly, and knew the fishing holes.ย  Will be booking again.
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Sandy B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Guide and Perfect for Kids

VERIFIED   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...
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