5.0(10 Reviews)New Orleans Fishing Charters Full Day
5.0(10 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
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Fullday inshore fishing charter targets redfish and speckled troutLouisiana marshes provide diverse fishing for all skill levelsTwoguest capacity ensures personalized guided fishing experience
Get ready for a full day of serious fishing action in the legendary Louisiana marshes with Captain Clinton and Get'n Hooked Inshore Adventures. This isn't your typical tourist trip – we're talking about real fishing in some of the most productive inshore waters on the Gulf Coast. You'll be targeting trophy redfish, speckled trout, flounder, sheepshead, and black drum in the sprawling maze of bayous and grass flats that make Louisiana fishing world-famous. Whether you've been throwing lines for decades or just picked up your first rod, Captain Clinton tailors every trip to match your experience level. The boat accommodates up to 2 anglers, so you get that personalized attention that makes all the difference between a good day and a day you'll be talking about for years.
Your day starts early at the dock where you'll meet Captain Clinton, who's been working these waters since he was a kid fishing alongside his father. The Louisiana marshes are a maze of channels, grass beds, and oyster reefs stretching as far as the eye can see – perfect habitat for the species we're after. You'll be fishing from a spacious center console boat with plenty of room to move around and a roof for shade when the sun gets serious. The sound system keeps the energy up between hookups, and trust me, Captain Clinton's got the playlist dialed in. We fish rain or shine, and Clinton's got a knack for putting you on fish even when Mother Nature isn't cooperating. Cold fronts, wind, choppy water – he's seen it all and knows how to adjust tactics to keep the action going. The marshes offer everything from shallow water sight fishing to deeper structure fishing, so we can switch up techniques based on conditions and what the fish are telling us.
Louisiana inshore fishing is all about reading the water and matching your presentation to what the fish want. We'll be using a mix of live bait and artificials depending on conditions and target species. For redfish, we might be sight casting to tailing fish in skinny water or working structure with cut bait. Speckled trout love soft plastics worked along grass lines and drop-offs. Sheepshead require finesse – we're talking light tackle and live shrimp around pilings and oyster bars. Captain Clinton provides all the gear, but if you've got favorite rods or lures, bring them along. The boat's equipped with everything from light spinning tackle for trout to heavier gear for big bull reds. We'll be anchoring on structure, drifting grass flats, and making precise casts to visible fish. The key is staying mobile and adapting to what we're seeing. Some days the fish are aggressive and will hit anything you throw. Other days require patience and precision. That's where Clinton's local knowledge really shines – he knows when to switch spots, change baits, or adjust techniques to keep the bite going.
"Had an all day trip booked with Captain Clinton. We met him at his boat and he greeted us like we'd been friends for yrs. He was very knowledgeable and experienced. He took time to understand each of our individual levels of experience and catered to each accordingly. He made the trip very fun and enjoyable. He put us in the right spots to catch fish. We will definitely be booking another trip in the future." - David
"Absolutely incredible trip. Caught our limit of red fish with time to spare. Captain Clinton knows how to put you on fish" - Andrew
"Great trip with Captain Clinton! We caught our limit of nice Reds by 11:30 and numerous other species of Gulf Fish! We recommend Get'n Hooked!" - Timothy
Redfish: The crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, redfish are aggressive predators that fight like crazy and taste even better. These copper-colored bruisers range from schoolie reds around 20 inches to massive bull reds pushing 40+ inches. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish feeding heavily in preparation for their offshore spawning runs. You'll find them tailing in shallow grass flats, ambushing prey around oyster bars, and schooled up in deeper channels. What makes redfish special is their willingness to eat just about anything – cut bait, live shrimp, soft plastics, topwater plugs. When you hook one, get ready for screaming runs and head-shaking fights that'll test your drag system.
Speckled Trout: Louisiana's most popular inshore species, speckled trout are beautiful fish with distinctive black spots and razor-sharp teeth. They average 14-20 inches but trophy trout over 5 pounds are caught regularly in these waters. Cooler months often produce the biggest fish as they move to deeper water. Specks are structure-oriented, hanging around grass beds, shell reefs, and drop-offs. They're particularly active during dawn and dusk feeding periods. What anglers love about trout fishing is the variety of techniques that work – from slow-trolling live shrimp to burning soft plastics through the grass. They're also excellent table fare, making them a favorite target for anglers who like to take dinner home.
Southern Flounder: These flatfish are masters of camouflage and ambush predators that lie buried in sand and mud waiting for prey to swim overhead. Louisiana flounder run big, with fish over 20 inches common and doormat flounder exceeding 5 pounds caught regularly. Fall is prime time as they move toward deeper water for spawning. You'll find them around channel edges, muddy flats, and anywhere current creates a feeding opportunity. Flounder require patience and feel – they often pick up bait and move slowly before fully committing. The reward is some of the best eating fish in the marsh. Their unique fighting style is more of a determined bulldogging than flashy jum
Your fishing adventure starts aboard a well-equipped motorboat designed for navigating Louisiana's productive inshore waters. This vessel comes loaded with everything needed for a successful day chasing redfish, speckled trout, and flounder through the marshes. The wireless trolling motor lets you slip quietly into shallow spots where fish feed without spooking them, while the fish finder helps locate schools and structure below. GPS keeps you on productive fishing grounds, and radar ensures safe navigation even when morning fog rolls in. VHF radio maintains contact with other boats and shore. The onboard toilet means you can stay out longer without cutting your fishing day short. Perfect for up to 2 anglers, this boat handles the shallow flats and deeper channels around New Orleans with ease, getting you to where the fish are biting.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of our marshes, and you'll know it when you hook one. These bruisers typically run 5-30 pounds, but we've caught some real monsters pushing 50+ pounds. They love hanging around oyster beds and muddy flats where they crush shellfish with those powerful jaws. Spring is your best bet, especially during spawning season when they school up and make those famous drumming sounds you can actually hear underwater. What makes them special is that raw power - they'll test your drag and your arms. The smaller ones under 15 pounds make great eating with sweet, flaky meat. Pro tip: use fresh crab for bait and keep it right on the bottom. These fish have excellent noses, so fresh bait makes all the difference, and don't be surprised if it takes them a minute to commit to the bite.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are Louisiana's signature catch - bronze beauties with that distinctive black spot near the tail that makes them easy to identify. Most slot fish run 20-28 inches, perfect for the table, while the big bull reds can push 40+ inches and really test your tackle. They love super shallow water, often with their backs showing, cruising oyster beds, grass flats, and marsh edges. Year-round fishing here, but fall and spring offer the most consistent action. What gets guests fired up is watching these fish cruise the shallows and that powerful fight when hooked - they'll make screaming runs and never give up easy. The meat is excellent too - mild and flaky. My favorite technique is sight fishing with topwater plugs in knee-deep water on calm mornings. Keep the boat quiet, make long casts ahead of cruising fish, and when they blow up on top, hold on tight.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are the bread and butter of our Louisiana marshes - beautiful fish with silver sides covered in black spots. Most run 14-20 inches and weigh 1-3 pounds, with some nice gator trout pushing 5+ pounds if you're lucky. They cruise grass flats and shallow areas, especially around drop-offs and channels. Cool mornings and evenings during spring and fall are prime time, though they bite year-round here. What guests love is their aggressive strikes and that they're fantastic eating - soft, white meat that's perfect fried or grilled. They're also great for beginners since they're willing biters. Here's my go-to trick: use a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below. Work it slow over the grass flats, and when you hear that pop-pop-pop, get ready - trout can't resist that sound and commotion.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the convict fish of our waters with those distinctive black and white stripes, but what really gets people talking are their human-like teeth - seriously weird to see. They typically run 1-8 pounds and love hanging around any kind of structure - docks, pilings, and oyster beds where they munch on barnacles and crabs. Spring through fall gives you the best action, though they can be caught year-round in our warmer waters. Guests love them because they're tricky to catch and make fantastic table fare - sweet, white meat that's worth the effort. They're notorious bait thieves, so here's the key: use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, keep your bait tight to the structure, and when you feel that nibbling, set the hook hard and fast. They'll steal your bait all day if you let them.
Paralichthys LethostigmaThese flat fish are masters of disguise, burying themselves in sandy and muddy bottoms throughout our Louisiana marshes. Most run 15-18 inches and weigh around 5 pounds, though we've seen some nice ones push 20+ pounds. They're ambush predators with both eyes on one side of their head - pretty wild to see up close. Fall and winter are prime time when they move through the marshes heading to spawn offshore. What guests love most is the solid fight they put up and the excellent table fare - sweet, white meat that's hard to beat. Here's a tip: when you feel that subtle tap-tap on your bait, don't set the hook right away. Let them take it and swim off a bit before setting - they like to nibble first, and patience pays off with these sneaky bottom dwellers.
5.0 out of 5.0Had an all day trip booked with Captain Clinton. We met him at his boat and he greeted us like we'd been friends for yrs. He was ...
Captian managed to put us on fish regardless of the cold front or the 15 knot wind! I highly recommend.
Awesome time with Captain Clinton! First time and won’t be the last time!
Very nice and knowledgeable Captain. The weather wasn’t our friend but Clint still put us on fish all day long.
Absolutely incredible trip. Caught our limit of red fish with time to spare. Captain Clinton knows how to put you on fish
Great captain. Really nice and knowledgeable. He put us on some fish despite the weather not cooperating. Would recommend
We had a very enjoyable day with Captain Clinton. The fishing started off slow but once we found the redfish it was pretty steady...
Great trip with Captain Clinton! We caught our limit of nice Reds by 11:30 and numerous other species of Gulf Fish! We recommend...
Captain Clinton was great. Caught lots and ended up with super quality trouts. Will book him again! Keep the lines tight captain!
Capt. Clinton was great to fish with! We had a group of 5 family members go out, and even though the weather conditions didn't tot...
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