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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Amelia Backwater Fishing Co

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(59 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $350

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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
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Fishing Booker gave us really bad information wasted time and money
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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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Jim W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day Out

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on July 17, 2024
Brad went all out to get us on fish. He was very knowledgeable about the local waters and helped us step by step. Highly recommend...
Jim W. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Ed P.
Good
3.0 / 5
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Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
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Good
3.0 / 5
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Fishing Booker gave us really bad information wasted time and money

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore on November 2, 2025
Fishing booker gave me and my wife terrible information about where to meet the guide and told me to buy licenses l spent money...
Ed P. does not recommend Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Wesley M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip on July 1, 2024
Very kid friendly.ย  Captain Brad has great local knowledge, and put my 5 year old daughter right on the fish.ย  This will...
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Blake 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 guide!

VERIFIED   4 Hour trip Inshore Afternoon on May 28, 2024
Had a great day on the water with Capt Brad. Very knowledgeable and would definitely use him again. Fished nearshore and jetties...
Blake R. recommends Amelia Backwater Fishing Co
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Andrew T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Kingfish trip of a lifetime

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on August 2, 2024
Capt Brad knew where to go and what to do and we caught 13 kingfish in 3 hours.ย  Great trip.ย  Grandsons loved it.
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