Lake Calcasieu Teal & Fish Adventure
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Eight-hour combo package includes teal hunting and lake fishingMorning hunts in rice fields, afternoon fishing on Calcasieu LakeDeluxe lodging with meals, drinks, gear and open bar included
Fall fishing in Southwest Louisiana doesn't get better than this combination package on Calcasieu Lake. When teal season opens in September, you've got the perfect setup - morning hunts followed by some of the year's best inshore action. This isn't your typical half-day charter. We're talking about an 8-hour adventure that lets you experience both worlds, whether you want to split it across two days or go all-in for one epic day on the water and in the fields.
This package is built for the angler who wants more than just fishing. You'll start your morning in our rice fields chasing teal, then transition to the lake for prime fishing conditions. Calcasieu Lake in fall is when the redfish are schooled up and the specks are moving in from the Gulf. The water temperature is perfect, baitfish are thick, and the fish are feeding hard before winter sets in. Your guide handles all the logistics - we've got deluxe lodging, meals, drinks, and a full spread of fishing gear ready to go. All you need to bring is your hunting license, shells, and whatever personal gear you can't live without. The timing works perfectly since teal are most active at dawn, and the fishing picks up as the sun gets higher and you've got some wind on the water.
We run shallow-draft boats that can work both the main lake and get back into the marshes where the action gets hot. For the redfish, we're throwing spoons, soft plastics, and topwater when conditions are right. The lake trout bite is all about finding the right depth and structure - we'll be working drop-offs, old shell beds, and areas where the current breaks. Your captain knows these waters like the back of his hand and will adjust tactics based on wind, tide, and what the fish are telling us. We keep multiple rod setups rigged so you can switch between techniques without missing a beat. The beauty of fall fishing here is the variety - you might be sight-casting to tailing reds one hour and working deeper water for trout the next. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included, but if you've got a lucky lure or favorite setup, bring it along.
Lake Trout are the bread and butter of Calcasieu Lake, and fall is when they really turn on. These aren't your mountain lake trout - we're talking about spotted seatrout that can run anywhere from keeper size up to wall-hangers over 25 inches. September through November is peak season as they move in from deeper Gulf waters to feed in the lake. They're aggressive feeders during this time, hitting everything from live shrimp under popping corks to soft plastics worked along the bottom. What makes them so fun is their fight - they'll make screaming runs and jump when hooked. The bigger ones are smart and will head for structure, so you've got to stay on them. Most anglers target them around dawn and dusk, but fall fishing can be productive all day when you find the right spots.
Redfish are the other star of this show, and Calcasieu Lake has some of the most consistent redfish action in Louisiana. These copper-colored fighters run from slot-size fish around 20 inches up to bull reds that'll test your drag system. Fall is when they school up in massive numbers, especially in the shallow flats and marsh edges. You'll see them tailing, crashing bait, and cruising in water so shallow their backs are out. They're not picky eaters - spoons, soft plastics, topwater plugs, and live bait all work when you find them fired up. What gets anglers hooked on redfish is their power. They don't jump like trout, but they'll make long, bulldogging runs that'll have your arms burning. The slot fish are perfect for the table, while the oversized bulls provide pure adrenaline before you release them to fight another day.
This combination package fills up fast once teal season opens. You're getting the best of both worlds - morning hunts when the ducks are flying and afternoon fishing when Calcasieu Lake is at its finest. The flexibility to structure it over two days or go all-out in one makes it perfect for any schedule. With lodging, meals, gear, and an open bar included, all you need to focus on is enjoying the experience. Whether you're a die-hard angler looking to add some wing-shooting to your trip or a hunter who wants to wet a line afterward, this package delivers. Book now to secure your dates - fall in Southwest Louisiana waits for no one, and neither do the fish.
This sleek 24-foot Triton bay boat is your ticket to the productive waters of Calcasieu Lake. The 2024 center console design gives you plenty of room to move around while fighting fish, with comfortable seating for up to 4 anglers. Powered by a Mercury engine pushing 250-350 HP, this rig will get you to the hot spots fast, cruising at 50-60 knots across the lake's shallow flats and deeper channels. The spacious deck layout makes it easy to work lures around structure or drift bait along the shorelines where redfish and speckled trout like to feed. An onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during those long fishing sessions. Whether you're targeting teal in the morning or chasing fish in the afternoon, this modern bay boat handles Southwest Louisiana's varied waters with ease, giving you the speed and stability to make the most of your time on Calcasieu Lake.
Salvelinus NamaycushLake trout are the giants of the char family, typically running 15-40 pounds with some real monsters pushing 50+ pounds. These cold-water fish have distinctive grey-green backs with cream colored spots. You'll find them in the deepest, coldest parts of northern lakes where oxygen levels stay high. They prefer staying suspended in mid-water or hugging deep structure. Spring right after ice-out is prime time when they move shallow, but summer means going deep with heavy jigs. What makes them special is their raw power - they'll take you into your backing fast. The fight is more bulldogging than jumping, but they're relentless. Pro tip: use a jigging rap worked slow and steady. These fish don't rush their meals, so patience pays off when you feel that subtle tick.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our Calcasieu Lake fishing. These copper-colored beauties average 20-30 inches, with those distinctive black spots near their tails. They love cruising our shallow flats in 1-4 feet of water, often with their backs barely covered. You'll spot them around oyster reefs, grass beds, and muddy bottoms where they root for crabs and shrimp. Fall fishing here is outstanding - cooler water gets them fired up and feeding heavy. What guests love most is watching these fish crush topwater lures in skinny water. The strike is explosive and the fight is pure muscle. They're also excellent eating with sweet, flaky meat. Local tip: throw your lure past a tailing redfish and work it back slowly. They spook easy when feeding, so stay quiet and keep your distance.
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