4-Hour Evening Charter: Louisiana Inshore
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fourhour evening inshore fishing charter accommodates two guestsExpert guides target diverse fish species during cooler twilight hoursDelta Outfitters provides peaceful Louisiana waters fishing experience
There's something magical about fishing Louisiana's coastal waters as the day winds down. This 4-hour evening charter puts you right in the sweet spot when fish start feeding actively and the heat backs off. You'll be targeting some of the Gulf Coast's most sought-after inshore species while enjoying cooler temperatures and that golden hour light that makes every photo look like a postcard. With space for just two anglers, you get personalized attention from our guides who know these waters like the back of their hand.
We kick off in the late afternoon when the fish are getting hungry and the crowds have thinned out. Louisiana's marsh systems and nearshore waters come alive during these twilight hours, and that's when the magic happens. You'll be fishing productive flats, oyster reefs, and structure where redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and sheepshead like to hang out. The intimate group size means more one-on-one coaching, whether you're learning to sight-cast to tailing reds or perfecting your bottom rig for sheepshead around the pilings. Our guides will put you on fish while sharing stories about the unique ecosystem that makes Louisiana's fishing so special.
We provide all the gear you need, from medium-action spinning rods perfect for inshore work to a selection of baits and lures that produce in these waters. You'll learn versatile techniques like drift fishing with live shrimp, working soft plastics around structure, and maybe even some sight fishing if conditions are right. The guides carry an arsenal of proven baits - fresh shrimp, croakers, and an assortment of jigs and spoons that trigger strikes from different species. We fish light tackle to maximize the fight, so even a decent speckled trout will give you a memorable battle. The shallow water means you can watch the action unfold, from seeing reds push water on the flats to feeling that telltale sheepshead bite.
Summer Flounder: These flatfish are ambush predators that bury themselves in sandy bottoms near drop-offs and channel edges. Louisiana summer flounder typically run 14-20 inches, with some reaching the 4-5 pound range. They're most active during moving tides when baitfish get swept along structure. What makes them exciting is their explosive strike - one second your bait is sitting quietly, the next you're fighting a fish that pulls surprisingly hard for something so flat. Evening hours are prime time since they feed heavily as light fades.
Sheepshead: Known as the convict fish for their black stripes, sheepshead are structure lovers with human-like teeth perfect for crushing barnacles and crabs. They're notorious bait stealers, requiring finesse and quick hooksets. Most run 2-4 pounds in these waters, though 6+ pounders show up regularly around deeper pilings and reefs. Anglers love them because they're excellent table fare and provide a technical challenge - you need to feel the subtle bite and react instantly. Peak feeding happens around tide changes when crustaceans get active.
Sea Trout (Speckled Trout): Louisiana's signature inshore species, these spotted beauties are aggressive predators that hit everything from topwater plugs to live shrimp. They school up in grass flats, around oyster reefs, and near drop-offs. Keeper trout run 15-20 inches typically, with trophy fish over 5 pounds possible. Evening fishing is phenomenal because they feed actively in low light, often hitting topwater baits with explosive surface strikes. The fight is scrappy with lots of head shakes, and they're prized for their flaky white meat.
Redfish: The bull red is Louisiana's crown jewel - copper-colored fighters that can exceed 40 inches and 30 pounds. They cruise shallow flats, often with their backs out of water, creating heart-stopping sight fishing opportunities. Smaller slot reds (16-27 inches) are perfect eating size and fight like fish twice their weight. What makes them special is their power and endurance - they'll make long runs and use their broad sides to fight you all the way to the boat. Evening hours find them actively feeding in the shallows, sometimes in large schools that create a feeding frenzy.
Evening charters book fast, especially during prime seasons when the bite is hot and the weather's comfortable. With only two spots available, you're guaranteed personal attention and prime fishing time without the crowds. Our guides know the seasonal patterns and adjust tactics based on tides, weather, and recent fishing reports. Whether you're after your first Louisiana redfish or looking to add some variety to your cooler, this trip delivers the goods. The combination of productive fishing, beautiful scenery, and expert guidance makes it a customer favorite that keeps anglers coming back trip after trip.
Our 2023 Sea Pro bay boat is built for serious evening fishing along Louisiana's productive inshore waters. This 25-footer packs a 300HP Yamaha that'll get you to the honey holes fast, cruising at 45 knots when you need to cover ground quickly. The center console design gives everyone room to cast and fight fish without getting tangled up. What makes this boat shine for evening charters is the wireless trolling motor - perfect for sneaking up on redfish and speckled trout without spooking them in the shallows. Our GPS keeps us on productive spots while the fish finder shows what's swimming below. As the sun drops and the water cools, that's when the bite really turns on. The boat handles beautifully in the marsh cuts and shallow bays where the big ones like to feed at dusk.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the kings of our shallow water fishing and absolute crowd pleasers. These copper-colored fighters average 20-30 inches in our waters, but we regularly hook into 40+ inch bulls that'll test your drag. They live in super shallow water - sometimes so shallow their backs show - around oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges. Year-round fishing is solid, but fall and spring are prime when they're feeding aggressively. What makes them special is the visual aspect - you'll often see them cruising or tailing in skinny water. They fight like freight trains and make great table fare when kept within slot limits. The distinctive black spot near their tail is a dead giveaway. Best evening tip: look for nervous water or muddy spots where they're rooting for crabs. Cast a gold spoon or topwater plug just ahead of cruising fish and hang on tight.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are a Louisiana staple and perfect for our evening trips. These silvery beauties with distinctive black spots typically run 14-24 inches and are found throughout our shallow grass flats and marsh edges. They love water 2-6 feet deep around structure like drop-offs and shell beds. Spring through fall are peak seasons, but they're catchable year-round. Evening hours are magic - they move shallow to feed as the sun drops. Guests love them because they're aggressive strikers, fight well for their size, and make outstanding table fare with tender, flaky white meat. They'll hit everything from topwater plugs to soft plastics. My go-to evening setup is a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below. Work it over grass beds with some current flow, and listen for that distinctive "pop" when they hit - it never gets old.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are one of my favorite fish to put guests on - they've got human-like teeth and black stripes that earned them the nickname "convict fish." These guys typically run 1-8 pounds around here, but we've pulled 20-pounders off the right structure. You'll find them hugging any hard structure - bridge pilings, oil rigs, jetties, anywhere barnacles grow. They're year-round residents, but spring is when they really stack up for spawning. What makes them special is the challenge - they're notorious bait thieves with incredible eyesight and a delicate bite. But once hooked, they fight hard and the white meat is some of the best eating in the gulf. Here's the trick: use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, get right against the structure, and set the hook hard the moment you feel weight. They'll steal your bait otherwise.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer flounder are some of the most unique fish you'll target in Louisiana waters. These "chameleons of the sea" are flatfish that lie on sandy bottoms with both eyes on their left side, perfectly camouflaged waiting to ambush prey. Most run 15-20 inches, but we regularly see them up to 26 pounds. They're found in shallow coastal waters and estuaries, especially active during our evening trips when they hunt baitfish and shrimp. Fall months from September through November are prime time when they're feeding heavily. Guests love the challenge - they're sneaky biters that require patience, but the fight is solid and the white meat is excellent table fare. Pro tip: use a circle hook with live mullet or shrimp, and when you feel that subtle tap, wait a beat before setting the hook. They like to mouth the bait first.
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