Extended Half Day Advanced Fishing in New Orleans
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Six-hour advanced inshore fishing targeting redfish, sea trout, flounderCaptain Mark provides local expertise with all gear and equipment includedAdvanced techniques include casting, jigging, and trolling methods
Captain Mark knows these Louisiana waters like the back of his hand, and he's ready to put your angling skills to the test. This 6-hour advanced fishing charter targets three of the Gulf Coast's most prized inshore species: redfish, sea trout, and flounder. You'll work productive flats, structure, and channels where these fish feed, using techniques that separate the weekend warriors from the serious anglers. With only 2 spots available, you'll get personalized attention and coaching that'll make you a better angler by day's end.
This isn't your typical tourist fishing trip. Captain Mark designs each outing around current conditions, fish behavior, and what's biting best. You'll start early when the fish are most active, moving between proven honey holes that consistently produce quality catches. The 6-hour timeframe gives you enough time to really work an area without rushing, plus you'll cover different types of water throughout the day. Expect to fish shallow grass flats where redfish cruise, deeper channels where sea trout ambush bait, and sandy bottoms where flounder lay in wait. The captain provides all tackle, lures, and bait, plus he'll clean your catch at the end of the trip. Just bring your drinks, snacks, and a small cooler for your fillets. Don't forget that Louisiana saltwater fishing license – you'll need it before you wet a line.
You'll master multiple approaches during this advanced charter. Casting artificial lures to structure and grass lines mimics fleeing baitfish and triggers aggressive strikes from hungry predators. Jigging soft plastics along drop-offs and channel edges works particularly well for sea trout and flounder. When conditions are right, you'll also troll lures to cover water quickly and locate active schools. Captain Mark switches techniques based on tides, weather, and fish activity, so you'll learn when and why to use each method. The boat carries a full arsenal of proven lures: soft plastics in multiple colors, topwater plugs for surface action, spoons that flash and flutter, and jigs that get down to bottom-hugging species. You'll work with spinning tackle that's perfectly matched to these inshore species, giving you the sensitivity to feel subtle bites while having enough backbone to handle strong runs.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and these copper-colored bruisers put up fights that'll test your drag system. They average 20-30 inches in these waters, with plenty of slot fish perfect for the dinner table. Spring through fall offers the best action, when reds move shallow to feed on crabs and shrimp. You'll find them tailing in skinny water, cruising grass flats, or holding around oil rigs and structure. What makes them special is their tenacity – a hooked redfish will make multiple runs, often heading straight for the nearest obstruction to break you off. The sight of that distinctive black spot and bronze coloration never gets old.
Sea trout, or speckled trout as locals call them, are Louisiana's most popular inshore species for good reason. These silver beauties average 14-18 inches with occasional gator trout pushing 25+ inches that'll have you talking for years. They're most active during cooler months when they school up in deeper channels and around structure. Specks have keen eyesight and can be finicky, making them perfect for testing your presentation skills. They hit fast and jump when hooked, putting on aerial displays that rival any saltwater gamefish. Their delicate mouths mean you need to keep steady pressure without horsing them, adding a technical element that advanced anglers appreciate.
Summer flounder might be the most challenging species you'll target on this trip, and that's exactly what makes them appealing to serious anglers. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying motionless on sandy bottoms until prey swims within striking distance. Louisiana's flounder fishery peaks in late summer and fall when fish move toward passes before their offshore spawning migration. They average 15-20 inches with doormat-sized fish over 24 inches always possible. Flounder fishing requires patience and technique – you need to work baits slowly along the bottom, feeling for that distinctive tap-tap-tap bite. Once hooked, they fight with surprising power for a flatfish, making strong runs and using their broad sides to leverage against your line.
This advanced charter fills up fast because Captain Mark's reputation for putting clients on fish precedes him. With only 2 anglers per trip, you're getting semi-private instruction and access to techniques that produce consistent results in Louisiana's world-class inshore fishery. Whether you're looking to improve your skills, target new species, or simply enjoy top-rated fishing with a captain who knows where they bite, this 6-hour adventure delivers. The combination of proven techniques, quality gear, and local expertise makes this a customer favorite among serious anglers. Book your spot now and get ready to test your skills against some of the Gulf Coast's finest inshore gamefish.
Your fishing platform for this advanced New Orleans adventure is a brand-new 2023 22ft Blazer 675 Ultimate Bay that's built for serious angling. Powered by a Mercury 300R engine, this bay boat gets you to the productive redfish and speckled trout grounds fast, then holds position perfectly with 8-foot Power Poles and a 36-volt Minn Kota iPilot trolling motor. The spacious deck gives you plenty of room to work lures and fight fish, while dual live wells keep your bait fresh and active. A large fish box with ice storage ensures your catch stays cold, and there's an additional icebox for your drinks and snacks. After landing that trophy redfish, rinse off using the swim ladder and enjoy some tunes on the JL Audio system during the ride back to the dock. This boat is designed specifically for Louisiana's inshore waters and technical fishing techniques.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and these copper-colored bruisers will test your drag system. We target them in 1-4 feet of water around oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges where they cruise looking for crabs and shrimp. They average 20-30 inches, but the bull reds can push 40+ inches and really put up a fight. Year-round fishing is good here, but spring and fall are hot when they're schooling up. That distinctive black spot near their tail makes them easy to identify, and their powerful runs make them a blast to catch. They're also excellent eating with sweet, firm meat. My go-to technique: sight-cast gold spoons to tailing fish in shallow water. Keep your approach quiet and lead them by a few feet.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are one of our most popular inshore targets, and for good reason. These silvery fish with distinctive black spots typically run 14-20 inches, though we see some nice 3-5 pounders during peak seasons. They love grass flats and shallow bays, especially around dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring and fall are your best bets, but they bite year-round in Louisiana waters. What guests love most is their willingness to hit topwater lures and their scrappy fight. Plus, they're fantastic on the table - mild, flaky white meat that's perfect fried or grilled. Here's a local trick: use a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below. The noise draws them in, and that natural shrimp presentation seals the deal.
Paralichthys DentatusThese flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying on sandy bottoms with both eyes on their left side watching for prey above. Around New Orleans, we find them in 10-30 feet of water near structure and drop-offs. They typically run 15-20 inches, but the bigger females can hit 5+ pounds. Fall months from September through November are prime time when they're most active and feeding heavily. What makes flounder special is their unique sideways bite and strong fight once hooked. They're also some of the best eating fish in our waters - firm, white, flaky meat that's hard to beat. Pro tip: when you feel that tap-tap bite, count to three before setting the hook. They grab bait sideways and need time to turn it around in their mouth.
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