Louisiana Rod & Reel + Night Bowfishing Adventure
Private Trip
Fishing
Full day rod and reel fishing plus night bowfishing comboTarget redfish, trout, flounder during day and gar at nightAccommodates up to 4 guests in South Louisiana waters
This combo trip gives you two completely different ways to fish Louisiana's legendary waters in one epic day. Start with traditional rod and reel fishing during daylight hours, then switch to bowfishing after dark for an action-packed experience that showcases everything these coastal marshes have to offer. You'll target prime inshore species like redfish, speckled trout, and flounder during the day, then hunt down gar, carp, and buffalo fish with bow and arrow once the sun goes down. It's the perfect way to maximize your time on the water and experience the diversity of South Louisiana's fishery.
Your day starts early with traditional rod and reel fishing in some of the most productive inshore waters in the country. We'll work the marshes, bayous, and coastal flats where redfish cruise the shallows and speckled trout stack up near structure. The boat positioning changes throughout the day as we follow tides and target different species in their preferred habitats. You'll cast to redfish tailing in skinny water, work artificial lures around oyster reefs for sheepshead, and drift live bait for black drum in deeper holes. As evening approaches, we'll take a break to prep for the bowfishing portion and grab some food. Once darkness falls, powerful LED lights illuminate the water, revealing a completely different underwater world. Gar become visible near the surface, carp move into the shallows, and buffalo fish cruise just beneath the lights. The energy shifts from the patience of rod and reel to the quick reflexes needed for accurate bow shots.
All fishing rods, reels, tackle, and bait are provided for the traditional portion of the trip. We'll have you rigged with medium-action spinning gear perfect for the variety of species we target. Live bait includes shrimp, pogies, and croaker depending on what's biting best. Artificial lures range from soft plastics for redfish to topwater plugs for early morning trout action. The bowfishing setup includes compound bows, arrows with barbed points, and retrieval reels. High-powered LED light arrays mounted on the boat illuminate the water column, making fish visible several feet down. Bowfishing requires different skills than rod and reel - you'll learn to account for light refraction when aiming and develop the timing needed for quick shots. The guides will coach you through proper shooting form and help you understand fish behavior under the lights. Polarized glasses are essential during the day for sight fishing, while comfortable clothing and insect repellent make the night portion more enjoyable.
Redfish are the stars of Louisiana inshore fishing, averaging 5-15 pounds with bronze-colored bodies and distinctive black spots near their tails. They're most active during moving tides and often feed in water so shallow their backs break the surface. Spring through fall offers the best action, with fish tailing in the marshes during warmer months. Redfish fight hard with powerful runs and provide excellent table fare when kept within slot limits.
Speckled trout patrol grass flats and shell reefs throughout the year, though they move to deeper water during cold snaps. These silver-sided beauties average 1-3 pounds with larger specimens possible during cooler months. They're aggressive feeders that respond well to both live bait and artificials. Specks are prized for their delicate white meat and willingness to bite topwater lures during low-light periods.
Southern flounder lie camouflaged on muddy bottoms near passes and channel edges. These flatfish can reach impressive sizes, with 3-5 pound specimens common and doormat-sized fish over 8 pounds possible. Fall months bring the best flounder action as they stage for their offshore spawning migration. They're ambush predators that strike fast and provide some of the best eating in the Gulf.
Black drum grow larger than their red cousins, with fish over 20 pounds regularly caught around oyster reefs and structure. They're bottom feeders with powerful jaws designed to crush shellfish. Younger drum under 10 pounds make excellent table fare, while the big bulls provide memorable fights. They're most active during cooler months and respond well to cut bait fished on the bottom.
Sheepshead are the convict-striped thieves of the marsh, known for stealing bait with surgical precision around pilings and reefs. These fish require patience and quick hook sets, but their white, flaky meat rivals any inshore species. They're most abundant during cooler months when they school up around structure. Sheepshead fishing teaches finesse and helps develop better feel for subtle bites.
This rod and reel plus bowfishing combo offers twice the action of a standard charter and showcases the incredible diversity of Louisiana's fishery. You'll experience the strategic patience of traditional angling during the day and the fast-paced excitement of bowfishing after dark. The 4-guest capacity ensures personalized attention from experienced guides who know these waters intimately. Whether you're looking to fill the cooler with table fare or simply want to experience two unique fishing methods in one trip, this combo delivers exceptional value. The seasonal nature of both day and night fishing means there's always something biting, making this a reliable choice for visiting anglers. Book your spot with Marsh Point Fishing Charters and discover why serious anglers keep coming back to South Louisiana's world-class fishery.
Pogonias CromisBlack drum are the heavyweights of our inshore waters, typically running 5-30 pounds with some real giants pushing 50+ pounds. They're part of the drum family, named for the drumming sounds they make, especially during spring spawning season when they school up in big numbers. You'll find them around oyster beds, muddy flats, and structure where they use those powerful jaws to crush crabs, oysters, and shrimp. Spring is prime time, but they bite year-round in our Louisiana waters. The smaller fish under 15 pounds make excellent table fare - anything bigger gets tough and stringy. They're strong fighters that use their size and that big tail to wear you down. Here's a local trick: use fresh peeled shrimp or soft-shell crab on a Carolina rig, and when you get a bite, let them run with it a bit before setting the hook.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are Louisiana's signature inshore species, bronze-backed beauties with distinctive black spots near their tails. Most run 20-30 inches and 5-15 pounds in our shallow waters, though the big bulls offshore can hit 40+ inches. They love super shallow flats, oyster reefs, and marsh edges - often in water so skinny their backs stick out. Year-round fishing here, but fall is prime when they school up and feed aggressively before winter. What guests love is their aggressive strikes and bulldogging fights - they use that broad tail and never give up easy. Plus, they're excellent table fare with mild, firm white meat. They're not picky eaters either, hitting everything from live shrimp to topwater plugs. Pro tip for our shallow water: when you see tailing reds, cast past them and work your bait back slowly. They spook easily in skinny water.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are the bread and butter of our Louisiana inshore fishing, typically running 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds. They're beautiful fish with spotted silver sides and soft mouths that require a gentle touch. You'll find them over grass flats, around structure, and in deeper channels, especially during temperature changes. Spring through fall are prime, but we catch them year-round - they just move to deeper water when it gets cold. What makes them special is they'll hit both live bait and artificials, making them perfect for all skill levels. The meat is tender and flaky, though you don't want to overcook it or it gets mushy. They're also great fighters for their size, with quick runs and head shakes. Local tip: in shallow grass, use a popping cork with live shrimp about 18 inches below. The noise draws them in and that suspended bait drives them crazy.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are some of the trickiest fish we target, earning the nickname "convict fish" for their black and white stripes. They typically run 2-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, with those human-like teeth that can crush barnacles and crabs. You'll find them around any structure - docks, pilings, rocks, rigs - anywhere barnacles and shellfish grow. They're year-round fish but really turn on in spring when they're spawning. What guests love is the challenge - they're notorious bait thieves with light bites that require quick reflexes. The payoff is some of the best eating fish in our waters, sweet white meat that's hard to beat. They're spooky, so stay quiet around structure and get your bait tight to the pilings. Here's the key: use a small hook with fresh shrimp, fiddler crab, or barnacles, and the second you feel weight, set that hook hard.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern flounder are masters of disguise, laying flat on sandy or muddy bottoms in our shallow bays and marshes. They typically run 15-18 inches and weigh around 3-5 pounds, though we catch some nice doormat-sized fish pushing 8+ pounds. Both eyes sit on their left side, which makes them pretty unique. They're ambush predators that bury themselves in the bottom and wait for shrimp, crabs, or small fish to swim by. Fall and winter are prime time when they're moving toward passes and deeper water. What makes them fun to target is that bite - it's usually a solid thump that gets your attention fast. The meat is excellent, flaky white fillets that fry up perfect. Pro tip: when you feel that bite, give them a second to turn the bait before setting the hook. They like to grab prey sideways first.
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