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!
59
Reviews
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Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(59 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 59 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (57)
Great Time!!
Fishing Booker gave us really bad information wasted time and money
Great Time!
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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
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Richard L.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Afternoon on May 31, 2025
Captain is very knowledgeable and friendly.. caught love of the biggest red fish ever!!
Richard L. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Richard J.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on July 9, 2025
Brad was great. Heโ€™s local and knows the area and drops
Richard J. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Joel M.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Brad

VERIFIED   4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on March 11, 2025
Joel M. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Wilson G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on August 15, 2023
Wilson G. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Jim N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a morning!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip on July 5, 2024
My girlfriend and I took her son (7) on his first real fishing excursion. Captain Brad was awesome.ย  Taught the little man...
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