New Orleans Inshore Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Target redfish, speckled trout, and flounder on 24' bay boatAll equipment, bait, cleaning, and safety gear includedCaptain Hunter provides expertise on 6-8 hour fishing adventure
Picture yourself casting lines in some of Louisiana's most productive waters, where every drift holds the promise of a trophy catch. Captain Hunter's 1-2 person charter puts you right in the heart of New Orleans' legendary inshore fishing scene aboard a rock-solid 24' Sportsman Masters Bay Boat. This isn't your typical crowded fishing trip – with just you and one companion, you'll get personalized attention and prime positioning for every cast. Whether you're a seasoned angler or picking up a rod for the first time, this 6-8 hour adventure delivers the kind of authentic Louisiana fishing experience that keeps folks coming back season after season.
Your day starts early when Captain Hunter fires up the twin outboards and points the bow toward the day's honey holes. The Sportsman Masters gives you plenty of room to move around and fight fish without bumping elbows – a real advantage when you hook into a bull redfish that wants to take you around the boat twice. Everything's included except your fishing license and whatever snacks you want to bring along. We're talking rods, reels, tackle, live bait, artificial lures, ice, bottled water, safety gear, fuel, and even fish cleaning and packaging at the end of the day. Captain Hunter knows these marshes like the back of his hand, and he's not just going to put you on fish – he's going to teach you why they're there and how to catch them again next time. The start time shifts based on tides, weather, and what's biting best, so expect a call the night before with your exact departure time.
Louisiana's inshore waters demand versatility, and Captain Hunter switches up tactics based on conditions and what the fish are telling him. Early morning might find you working topwater plugs over shallow grass flats as the sun comes up, listening for that explosive strike that gets your heart pumping. As the day heats up, you'll likely shift to deeper drop-offs and structure, bouncing jigs tipped with live shrimp or working soft plastics through current breaks where predators ambush baitfish. The 24' Sportsman handles skinny water and rough chop equally well, letting Captain Hunter position you in spots bigger boats can't reach. You'll fish everything from oyster reefs and channel edges to protected ponds and back-bay sanctuaries where the big ones hide. Live bait fishing with croaker, shrimp, and pogies produces consistent action, while artificial lures let you cover more water and target active fish. Captain Hunter reads the water constantly – watching birds, checking tide flow, and adjusting presentation until you find the magic combination.
Redfish are the backbone of Louisiana inshore fishing, and these copper-sided bruisers provide some of the most reliable action you'll find anywhere. These fish run from slot-sized 20-inchers perfect for the dinner table up to bull reds pushing 40+ pounds that'll test your drag and your stamina. Spring through fall offers the best redfish action, with fish scattered across shallow flats during cooler months and concentrated around deeper structure when temperatures climb. What makes reds so special is their willingness to eat just about anything you throw at them – live shrimp, cut bait, spoons, soft plastics, and topwater plugs all produce strikes. The fight is pure power, with reds making bulldogging runs that strip line and test your technique.
Speckled trout bring finesse and beauty to your Louisiana fishing experience, with their spotted flanks and delicate mouths requiring a lighter touch than their redfish cousins. These fish love structure and current, typically hanging around oyster reefs, drop-offs, and grass lines where they can ambush shrimp and small baitfish. Spring spawning runs produce some of the year's largest trout, while summer and fall fishing stays consistent with smaller but more numerous fish. Specks are particular about presentation – too heavy a hand and you'll pull the hook right out of their soft mouths. They respond well to live shrimp under popping corks, soft plastics worked slowly over grass, and topwater lures during low-light periods.
Southern flounder add an element of surprise to every trip, lying camouflaged on sandy bottoms until your bait drifts within striking distance. These flatfish can appear almost anywhere, but Captain Hunter knows the productive mud flats, channel edges, and bay mouths where they concentrate. Fall brings the best flounder action as fish fatten up before their offshore spawning run, with doormat-sized fish over 20 inches providing excellent table fare. Flounder fishing requires patience and a feel for the bottom – you'll bounce jigs, work live finger mullet slowly, and watch your rod tip for the subtle taps that signal a flounder mouthing your bait. Don't rush the hookset with these fish – they need time to fully commit before you swing into them.
Sheepshead round out your target list with their distinctive black stripes and impressive teeth designed for crushing crustaceans around structure. These fish are notorious bait thieves, requiring quick reflexes and sharp hooks to connect consistently. You'll find them around any hard structure – bridge pilings, rock jetties, oil rigs, and oyster reefs – where they feed on barnacles, crabs, and shrimp. Sheepshead fishing peaks in late winter and early spring when fish move shallow to spawn, but they're catchable year-round for anglers willing to work structure carefully. Live and dead shrimp, small crabs, and fiddler crabs produce the most strikes, presented on light tackle with just enough weight to reach bottom.
This top-rated New Orleans fishing charter delivers everything serious anglers want – expert local knowledge, quality equipment, prime fishing locations, and the personalized attention you only get with a small group size. Captain Hunter's reputation speaks for itself, and his 24' Sportsman Masters provides the perfect platform for ch
Meet your ticket to Louisiana's hottest fishing action! This 24' Sportsman Masters Bay Boat cuts through the water like butter, giving you and your fishing buddy the perfect platform to chase redfish, speckled trout, and flounder. Captain Hunter's got this rig dialed in with GPS navigation and a fish finder that'll put you right on top of the action. The spacious deck gives you plenty of room to work your lines without bumping elbows, while the stable hull keeps things steady when you're battling that bull red. Everything's included - rods, reels, bait, ice, even fish cleaning service. Just grab your license and some snacks, and get ready for 6-8 hours of serious angling. This boat's built for comfort and fish-catching performance, making it ideal for small groups who want personalized attention on the water. The captain knows these waters inside and out, so you'll spend more time with bent rods and less time wondering where the fish are hiding.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the ultimate sight-fishing target - bronze-colored bruisers with that signature black spot near their tail. They range from schoolie-sized "rats" around 16-20 inches up to bull reds pushing 40+ inches and 30+ pounds. These copper-colored beauties love super shallow water - often so shallow their backs stick out. Look for them tailing on grass flats, around oyster bars, and in marsh creeks. Fall and spring offer the best action when they're most active. Guests get hooked on watching them cruise the shallows and the explosive strikes when they eat. Plus, slot-sized fish are fantastic eating with mild, sweet meat. My trick: approach quietly, cast past cruising fish, and work your bait back into their path. Once they see it, hold on tight - they'll make runs that'll test your drag.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing - beautiful silver fish covered in distinctive black spots. They typically run 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds, with some pushing bigger in deeper winter holes. You'll find them over grass flats in 2-8 feet of water, around oyster bars, and in deeper channels during cold snaps. Spring through fall are peak seasons, especially early morning and evening when they're actively feeding. Guests love their aggressive strikes on topwater lures and their excellent table fare - tender, flaky white meat that's perfect for any recipe. They're also great fighters for their size. My go-to tip: work popping corks with live shrimp over grass flats, or throw topwater plugs at first light. When they're schooled up and feeding, you can catch them one after another.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" of the bay - gray bodies with distinctive black stripes and human-like teeth that'll creep you out. They're structure junkies, hanging around docks, bridges, and any barnacle-covered pilings they can find. Most run 1-8 pounds and 14-20 inches, but we catch some real slabs over 15 pounds. Spring spawning season from February through April is money time when they stack up on structures. Guests love the challenge - they're notorious bait thieves with light bites that'll test your skills. The payoff is sweet, flaky white meat that's worth the effort. Pro tip: use fiddler crabs or shrimp on a small hook, get tight to structure, and set the hook hard the second you feel weight. They'll steal your bait all day if you hesitate.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flat, oval fish have both eyes on their left side and can change color to match the bottom. They're ambush predators that bury themselves in sand or mud waiting for prey to swim by. Most run 15-18 inches and around 5 pounds, though we've seen some push 20+ pounds. You'll find them on sandy and muddy bottoms in shallow bays, estuaries, and around structure. Fall and winter are prime time when they move through our waters. Guests love them because they're sneaky fighters and absolutely delicious - sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. My tip: use a slow drift with live shrimp or bull minnows on a light jig head, and when you feel that subtle tap, count to three before setting the hook. They like to mouth the bait first.
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