Louisiana Bayou Fishing with Captain Larry
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sevenhour inshore fishing charter in Southeast Louisiana BayousTarget speckled trout, redfish, and flounder with experienced captainAccommodates up to six guests on guided bayou adventure
If you're looking for a world-class inshore fishing experience in Southeast Louisiana, you've found the right boat. Captain Larry brings two generations of local knowledge to these productive bayou waters, and his 7-hour charters consistently deliver some of the best fishing action you'll find along the Gulf Coast. With room for up to 6 anglers, this top-rated charter puts you right in the heart of Louisiana's legendary fishing grounds where redfish, speckled trout, and plenty of other species call home.
Captain Larry knows these Southeast Louisiana bayous like the back of his hand, and that experience shows from the moment you step aboard. This isn't your typical half-day rush job – you've got a full 7 hours to really work the water and find where the fish are biting. The bayous here offer incredible variety, from shallow grass flats perfect for sight fishing to deeper cuts where the big drums like to hang out. You'll be fishing prime inshore habitat that produces year-round, with miles of marsh, oyster reefs, and tidal creeks that hold fish in every season. Captain Larry's been running these waters since he was a kid, following in his father's footsteps, so you're getting that rare combination of local expertise and genuine passion for putting clients on fish. The boat's equipped with everything you need, and Larry's approach is all about adapting to conditions and what the fish are telling him that day.
The beauty of inshore fishing in Louisiana's bayou system is the variety of techniques that work throughout the day. Captain Larry typically starts with live bait fishing around structure – think popping corks with live shrimp over oyster beds or near marsh points where predator fish ambush baitfish. As conditions change, you might switch to artificial lures, working soft plastics along drop-offs or throwing topwater plugs in the early morning hours when trout are feeding aggressively. The bayou environment offers everything from 2-foot skinny water where you can sight cast to cruising reds, to 15-foot holes where black drum and sheepshead gather around old pilings and shell beds. Larry's got the electronics to find fish-holding structure, but more importantly, he reads the water conditions – tide movement, wind direction, water clarity – to put you in the right spots at the right times. The tackle is perfectly matched to these waters, with spinning gear that can handle everything from finicky trout to bulldogging redfish.
Largemouth Bass might surprise some anglers on an inshore charter, but Louisiana's coastal marshes hold some serious bass that love the brackish water mix. These fish average 2-4 pounds but can push 6-7 pounds, and they fight differently than their freshwater cousins – more aggressive runs and less jumping. Spring and fall are prime time, and they'll hit both live bait and artificials. Captain Larry knows the sweet spots where bass hold near marsh edges and around submerged timber.
Black Drum are the bulldogs of the bayou, and Louisiana waters produce some monsters. These fish range from 5-pound "puppy drums" up to 40-pound giants that'll test your drag system. They're bottom feeders that love crabs and shrimp, so you'll typically fish them around oyster reefs and shell beds. Fall through spring offers the best action, and there's nothing quite like the steady, powerful pull of a big black drum. They're not flashy fighters, but they'll wear you out with pure strength.
Sheepshead are Louisiana's most notorious bait thieves, but that's what makes them so satisfying to catch. These striped convict fish have human-like teeth and incredible bite sensitivity – they can steal your bait before you know they're there. They hang around any hard structure, especially during their spring spawning runs around oil rigs and bridge pilings. Most run 2-4 pounds, but 8-10 pounders show up regularly. They're excellent eating, which makes mastering their tricky bite even more rewarding.
Sea Trout, or speckled trout as locals call them, are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing. These beautiful spotted fish are aggressive predators that hit both live and artificial baits with authority. They school up over grass beds and around marsh points, especially during moving tides. Spring and fall provide the most consistent action, with fish averaging 1-3 pounds but with plenty of 4-6 pound "gator trout" mixed in. They're fantastic on light tackle and make excellent table fare.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and for good reason. These copper-colored fighters are aggressive, accessible year-round, and put up fights that'll leave you grinning. Louisiana reds typically run 5-15 pounds in the slot, with plenty of oversized bull reds that can hit 30+ pounds. They're ambush predators that cruise shallow flats and marsh edges, often feeding with their backs out of water. The sight fishing opportunities here are world-class, and there's nothing quite like watching a red crush your bait in 18 inches of clear water.
Captain Larry's reputation for putting clients on fish speaks for itself, and his customer-favorite approach means return bookings fill up fast. This 7-hour charter gives you the time to really experience Louisiana's renowned inshore fishing without feeling rushed. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking for your next personal best or new to saltwater fishing and want to learn from a true professional, this trip delivers the authentic bayou fishing experience you're after. The Southeast Louisiana bayous are fishing at their finest right now, and spots on Larry's boat don't stay open long. Give him a call and let's get you on the water where the fish are biting and the memories are waiting.
Get ready to chase redfish and speckled trout through Louisiana's legendary bayous aboard our brand new 2023 Robalo center console. This 25-footer packs serious punch with a 300HP Yamaha that'll get you to the honey holes fast, while the wireless trolling motor keeps things whisper-quiet when you're stalking fish in shallow water. Captain Larry knows these waters like the back of his hand – second generation fishing guide who'll put you on flounder, reds, and specks all day long. The boat's loaded with everything you need: fish finder to mark structure, GPS and radar for navigation, plus an icebox to keep your catch fresh and drinks cold. Room for six anglers means you can bring the whole crew to experience some of the Gulf Coast's best inshore action. These bayous hold fish year-round, and with seven hours on the water, you'll have plenty of time to fill the cooler and make some serious memories.
Pogonias CromisThese powerful bottom-feeders are the heavyweights of our marsh, commonly running 5-30 pounds with some bruisers pushing 90. You'll hear them before you see them - they make that distinctive drumming sound, especially during spring spawning runs from February through April. They love oyster beds, muddy flats, and creek mouths in 2-15 feet of water. What guests love most is the raw power - these fish will test your tackle and your patience with long, steady runs. Younger fish under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with mild, flaky meat. Here's my secret: use fresh blue crab or peeler crab on a Carolina rig, and don't set the hook on the first nibble - let them really take it before you lean into them.
Micropterus SalmoidesThese green beauties with their distinctive black stripes average 12-24 inches and 1-4 pounds in our bayou waters. You'll find them hanging around submerged logs, thick grass beds, and cypress stumps where they ambush prey. Spring and early summer are prime time when they move shallow for spawning. What makes largemouth special is that famous wide mouth and the serious fight they put up - they'll jump, run, and test your drag. The meat is decent eating if you keep the smaller ones from clean water. My go-to tip: work your bait slow around cover and watch for that telltale thump - when they hit, set the hook hard because those big mouths are tougher than they look.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the crown jewel of our Louisiana marsh, easily spotted by their copper-bronze color and signature black spots near the tail. Most run 20-35 inches, but you'll see everything from schooling rats to giant bulls pushing 40+ inches. They cruise super shallow flats, oyster reefs, and marsh edges - often with their backs out of water. Fall and spring offer the hottest action when they school up to feed. What gets people hooked is watching these copper torpedoes crush topwater baits in skinny water, plus they fight like freight trains. Smaller reds are fantastic eating. Pro tip: look for nervous water and tailing fish on shallow flats during moving tides, then cast past them and work your bait back - they spook easy but eat aggressive.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are the bread and butter of our bayou fishing, running 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds. These spotted beauties love grass flats, shallow marsh edges, and drop-offs where they feed on shrimp and small baitfish. Best action comes during moving tides, especially early morning and evening. Cool months see them schooling in deeper holes. What makes specks special is their willingness to hit topwater lures and the way they fight - lots of head shaking and line-peeling runs. They're outstanding eating with delicate, flaky white meat. Key tip: fish the grass edges on an incoming tide with soft plastics on 1/4 oz jig heads. Work it slow and steady - specks have soft mouths, so don't horse them or you'll pull the hook.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusKnown as "convict fish" for their black and white stripes, sheepshead are the tricksters of our waters. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, but 20-pounders lurk around the bigger structures. You'll find them tight to any hard structure - bridge pilings, oil rigs, dock posts - anywhere barnacles and oysters grow. Spring months are best when they school up for spawning. What makes them fun is those human-like teeth and their notorious bait-stealing skills - they'll clean your hook without you feeling a thing. The white, sweet meat rivals snapper for table fare. My trick: use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, get your bait right against the structure, and when you feel that subtle tap-tap-tap, set the hook immediately.
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