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
(53 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
 4 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 53 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 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
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Christopher T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on April 17, 2025
Went on a morning fish with Capt Brad.ย  He knew all the spots and put on some great fish. Thanks for the fantastic fishing.
Christopher T. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Joe N.
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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Limited out on flounder

VERIFIED   4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on May 23, 2025
Thank you Captain Brad for a great morning of flounder fishing.ย  Really cool we limited out!
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Todd R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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PB redfish for my son and I!

VERIFIED   4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on February 22, 2025
Capt knew right where to take us to catch some great reds. Very friendly.
Todd R. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Trey B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

On the FISH

VERIFIED   4 Hour Flats boat 2ppl on August 19, 2024
Awesome time, jack, trout, red, missed some flounder, tarpon feeding all around.ย  Top water to drifting live bait. Brad definitly...
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Lincoln M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   February 23, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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