5.0(9 Reviews)Afternoon Redfish Action in New Orleans Marshes
5.0(9 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Top Rated
Captain Clinton offers 50+ years fishing expertise in Louisiana marshesTarget redfish, flounder, speckled trout, sheepshead and black drumIntimate 2guest capacity ensures personalized inshore fishing adventure
When you're looking for a solid afternoon of fishing in the Big Easy, Captain Clinton's got your back. This isn't some touristy boat ride – it's real fishing in Louisiana's legendary marshes where redfish run thick and the action stays hot. With over 50 years of guiding experience under his belt, Captain Clinton knows every channel, every grass line, and every honey hole that holds fish when others come up empty.
You'll meet Captain Clinton at the dock for a 2-angler maximum trip that puts you right in the heart of Louisiana's prime inshore waters. This small group setup means personalized attention whether you're a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time. The captain runs a clean, well-organized boat stocked with quality gear, so you just show up ready to fish. These marshes are famous for holding big reds year-round, but you'll also have shots at speckled trout, sheepshead, flounder, and black drum depending on what's biting. The afternoon timing works perfectly – you'll hit prime feeding times when fish are actively hunting in the shallows and along structure.
Captain Clinton specializes in sight fishing and working the grass lines where redfish love to cruise and feed. You'll be casting live bait and artificial lures around oyster bars, marsh edges, and shallow flats where these copper-colored bruisers patrol. The captain provides all the tackle you need, from medium-heavy spinning rods perfect for battling slot reds to the right hooks and weights for bottom fishing when targeting sheepshead and black drum. Live bait fishing is the bread and butter here – fresh shrimp and pogies that drive redfish crazy. But don't be surprised if he breaks out some spoons or soft plastics when the fish are aggressive and hitting anything that moves.
"Captain Clinton was awesome! Despite the crazy winds, he found us redfish when no one else was catching anything. We even caught double our limit and released the extra back. I usually fish for bass up north, so it was really cool to learn the ropes of redfish fishing with him. And my wife, who's pretty new to fishing, ended up catching more than me! Captain Clinton's got a great way of teaching, making it fun and easy for both of us. Highly recommend him if you're looking for a good time on the water." - Samuel
"While on vacation my son and I decide to take a fishing trip. We found Capt De Armas and had an incredible time. The Capt was amazing. He was knowledgeable, courteous, helpful, and a real pleasure to be with. When the Capt said we would get a bite every cast, I didn't expect to hook a fish almost every cast. My son was able to catch 2 Redfish over 27" before I got a line in the water. In the end we were able to catch (though we didn't keep) 18 Redfish over 27", with the largest 29 ¾". Total I think it was 25 more that 23", 1 undersized, 1 tiny catfish, and 7 got aways. All said and done, Capt De Armas exceeded every expectation and provided an experience my son and I will never forget. Do yourself a favor, choose Capt De Armas and enjoy. Don't even consider anyone else." - Kevin
"An incredible afternoon with Cap'n Clinton. I was taking my dad on a retirement trip and we had a blast. We aren't experienced fishermen by any means, but he made us feel comfortable enough to ask questions and he showed us the ropes. Caught about 30 fish total, including a 34" red. He cut and cleaned our keepers and was overall a great guide. Definitely knows the tricks of the trade. I'll be looking him up next time we are in town. Highly recommend." - Dakota
Redfish are the main attraction here, and for good reason. These copper-sided bulldogs average 20-30 inches in Louisiana waters, with plenty of bulls over 27 inches that'll test your drag and your patience. Reds feed aggressively in shallow water, often with their backs out of the water as they root around oyster bars and grass beds. Fall and spring offer the best action, but these marshes hold fish year-round. What makes catching redfish so addictive is their fight – they'll make long, powerful runs and use every trick in the book to throw your hook.
Speckled trout, or "specks" as locals call them, are another marsh favorite that hits hard and tastes even better. These spotted beauties love structure and current breaks, typically running 14-20 inches with occasional gator trout pushing 25+ inches. They're most active during cooler months and low-light periods, making them perfect targets for afternoon trips. Specks have soft mouths, so light drag and steady pressure are key to landing these prized table fish.
Sheepshead might look funny with their human-like teeth, but they're some of the craftiest fish in the marsh. These black-and-white striped convict fish hang around pilings, rocks, and any hard structure where they can crunch on crabs and barnacles. They're notorious bait thieves, so you need quick reflexes and sharp hooks. Most sheepshead run 12-16 inches, but the big ones over 20 inches are legitimate trophy fish and fantastic eating.
Summer flounder, or "fluke," are the pancake-flat ambush predators that bury in sandy bottoms waiting for baitfish to swim by. Louisiana's flounder typically run 14-18 inches, with doormat-sized fish over 20 inches being the stuff of legends. They're most active during warmer months an
Captain Clinton's well-equipped motorboat is your ticket to the productive redfish waters surrounding New Orleans. This 2-guest vessel comes rigged with everything serious anglers need - a whisper-quiet wireless trolling motor that won't spook fish in shallow marshes, plus a reliable fish finder to locate schools of reds, speckled trout, and black drum. The GPS keeps you on productive spots while the VHF radio ensures safety on Louisiana's vast inshore waters. When visibility drops in morning fog or afternoon storms, the radar system keeps you fishing confidently. The onboard facilities include a head for comfort during longer fishing sessions. With over 50 years guiding these marshes, Captain Clinton knows exactly where trophy redfish cruise the grass flats and oyster reefs, making this boat the perfect platform for targeting Louisiana's premier inshore gamefish.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of Louisiana's marshes, typically running 5-30 pounds but capable of hitting 90+ pounds. These grey-black bruisers love shallow oyster beds and muddy flats where they cruise around crushing shellfish with their powerful jaws. You'll hear them before you see them - they make distinctive drumming sounds, especially during spring spawning season when they school up and become much easier to target. What makes them special is their incredible pulling power and stamina. Once hooked, they'll test your drag and your patience. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make excellent table fare with sweet, flaky meat. Here's the key: use fresh crab or cut bait right on the bottom near structure, and when you feel that subtle tap-tap-tap, set the hook hard - they're notorious for stealing bait with those crushing jaws.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are Louisiana's signature species, typically 20-35 inches with that copper-bronze back and distinctive black spot near the tail. These bruisers love ultra-shallow water - often so shallow their backs show above the surface. You'll find them cruising oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges throughout our coastal waters. While they bite year-round, fall and spring offer the most consistent action when they're actively feeding. What makes reds special is their explosive topwater strikes and bulldogging fights that'll test your tackle. Plus, slot-sized fish make excellent eating with mild, sweet meat. They're not picky eaters - live shrimp, cut bait, spoons, and topwater plugs all work. Here's the key: in shallow water, approach quietly and make long, accurate casts. When you see tailing reds, cast well ahead of where they're moving and let your bait settle before they arrive - spook one and you'll spook the whole school.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of Louisiana's grass flats, typically running 14-24 inches with that beautiful spotted pattern along their sides. These school fish love shallow water over grass beds, especially during dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action, but summer nights can be magical when they move into the shallows. What guests love is their willingness to hit artificial lures and their decent fight for their size. They're also excellent table fare - tender, flaky white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. Just don't overcook them or they'll get mushy. The key is working topwater plugs and soft plastics over grass flats in 2-4 feet of water. Here's my tip: when the bite gets tough, slow way down and work a shrimp-colored jig right along the grass tops - sometimes a dead-slow presentation triggers strikes when nothing else works.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" of our Louisiana structures, named for their black and white stripes and those famous human-like teeth. These 1-8 pounders hang tight around dock pilings, oil rigs, and any barnacle-covered structure where they feed. Spring months bring the best action when they gather in large schools for spawning. What makes sheepshead special is they're hands down some of the best eating fish in our waters - sweet, white meat that rivals any restaurant catch. Problem is, they're master bait thieves with those crushing jaws. The moment you feel them nibbling, set that hook aggressively or they'll clean your bait and disappear. Fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs work best, but here's the trick: use a small hook and firm up that bait really well. Get as close to the structure as possible without spooking them - they won't chase bait far from their cover.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer Flounder are the chameleons of Louisiana's sandy bottoms, typically 15-20 inches but capable of reaching 26 pounds. These flatfish lie buried in sand waiting to ambush passing prey, using their incredible camouflage to blend perfectly with the bottom. Fall months from September through November offer the best action when they're actively feeding before their winter migration. What guests love about flounder fishing is the surprise factor - you'll think you're snagged on bottom until that "snag" starts swimming sideways. They're also excellent eating with sweet, white meat that's hard to beat on the dinner table. The key to success is using a slow, dragging presentation along sandy bottoms with live minnows or sea worms. Here's my tip: hook your baitfish through the lips and let it swim just off the bottom - when you feel weight, count to three before setting the hook since they grab prey sideways and need time to turn it.
5.0 out of 5.0Captain Clinton was awesome! Despite the crazy winds, he found us redfish when no one else was catching anything. We even caught d...
While on vacation my son and I decide to take a fishing trip. We found Capt De Armas and had an incredible time. The Capt was ama...
An incredible afternoon with Cap’n Clinton. I was taking my dad on a retirement trip and we had a blast. We aren’t experienced fis...
Captain Clinton is the best. Caught a fish on our first cast and caught fish on our last cast. Couldn’t have asked for a better d...
I chartered this trip to give my father and two younger brothers a first time boat fishing experience. I could not have chosen a ...
There were five in our group including two teenagers and a grandparent. Captain Clinton was very patient with everyone and very he...
Had the most amazing day out on the water w Captain Clinton. My husband has done several charter fishing trips but this was my fir...
Captain Clinton was an incredible guide! He worked hard all day to put us on fish, he had a great sense of humor, and was a true p...
Our fishing trip was awesome. Guidance on fishing areas with live beat was just a five star deal. A very clean bolt and organize c...
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