4 Person Charter Fishing Trip with New Orleans Best Charters
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
6-8 hour fishing charter targeting redfish, trout, and flounder24-foot bay boat accommodates up to four guests comfortablyAll equipment, bait, cleaning, and packaging services included
Looking for a solid day on the water with your crew? Captain Hunter's got you covered with this top-rated 4-person charter that puts you right in the heart of Louisiana's best inshore fishing grounds. We're talking 6-8 hours aboard a spacious 24' Sportsman Masters Bay Boat, chasing whatever's biting – and trust me, there's always something hungry out there. This isn't your typical tourist trap either. Hunter knows these waters like the back of his hand and he'll put you on fish while keeping the good times rolling. Pack light, bring your appetite for action, and get ready for some serious rod-bending fun.
Picture this: you and three of your favorite fishing buddies stepping aboard a well-maintained bay boat that's built for comfort and serious angling. The Sportsman Masters gives everyone plenty of room to cast without getting tangled up, and Captain Hunter's got all the essentials covered – rods, reels, tackle, bait, safety gear, ice, and even bottled water. The only thing you need to handle is grabbing a fishing license and whatever snacks you want for the day. Hunter's not just about putting you on fish either – he's a natural entertainer who'll keep you laughing between strikes. Start times can shift depending on tides and conditions, but that's all part of working with the water instead of against it. Expect to target redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and whatever else decides to crash the party.
This charter runs the full spectrum of inshore techniques depending on what's working best. We'll be throwing both live and artificial baits – maybe working shrimp under popping corks for specks, pitching soft plastics into the grass for reds, or dropping jigs near structure for flounder. Hunter switches up the approach based on conditions, season, and what the fish are telling him. The boat's rigged with quality rods and reels that can handle everything from finicky trout to bull reds that want to take you into the weeds. You'll learn proper drift fishing, how to work different bottom types, and the art of reading water color and bait activity. Don't worry if you're new to saltwater fishing – Hunter breaks it down without making you feel like you're back in school. Plus, he handles all the fish cleaning and packaging at the end, so you go home with a cooler full of fresh fillets ready for the dinner table.
Southern Flounder are the ultimate ambush predators, lying flat on sandy or muddy bottoms waiting for an easy meal to swim by. These flatfish can grow surprisingly large – we're talking 3-5 pounders that fight harder than you'd expect and taste even better. Fall and early winter are prime time for doormat flounder, when they're fattening up before heading to deeper water. What makes them so exciting is the anticipation – you never know when that subtle tap is going to turn into a serious hookup. They're also some of the best eating fish in these waters, with sweet, flaky white meat that's perfect for just about any recipe.
Sheepshead might have ugly mugs, but they're absolute masters at stealing bait and testing your patience. These black-and-white striped convicts hang around structure like pilings, rocks, and jetties, using their human-like teeth to crush barnacles, crabs, and oysters. They're tricky to hook because they're notorious bait thieves, but once you figure out their game, they put up a solid fight. Most run 2-4 pounds, though the occasional 6-7 pounder will really make you work. They're excellent table fare too, despite their less-than-pretty appearance. Winter months are when they really turn on, making them a reliable target when other species slow down.
Sea Trout (or speckled trout as we call them down here) are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing. These spotted beauties are aggressive feeders that hit everything from live shrimp to topwater plugs, making them perfect for anglers of all skill levels. They school up in grass beds, around oyster reefs, and in deeper holes where baitfish congregate. A good trout bite can keep you busy all day, with fish in the 14-20 inch range being common and the occasional 4-5 pound "gator trout" really making your day. They're also fantastic eating, with tender white meat that's hard to beat when it's fresh. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action, but you can find them year-round if you know where to look.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana fishing – bronze-colored bulldogs that can turn a relaxing day into an arm-burning workout in seconds. These copper-colored fighters patrol shallow flats, marshes, and deeper channels, often giving themselves away with their trademark black spot near the tail. Slot-sized reds (16-27 inches) are perfect for the dinner table, while the oversized bulls provide pure adrenaline and great photos before heading back to the water. What makes reds so special is their willingness to eat just about anything and their never-give-up attitude once hooked. You might spot them tailing in skinny water, hear them busting bait on the surface, or feel that unmistakable thump when they crush your offering. They're available year-round, but fall brings some of the most exciting sight fishing opportunities when big schools move through the area.
This world-class fishing experience delivers exactly what serious anglers want – quality time on productive water with a captain who knows how to find fish and keep everyone having a blast. You're getting everything you need for a successful day, expert local knowledge, and the kind of memories that'll have you planning your next trip before this one's even over. Captain Hunter's built his reputation on putting
Get ready to fish Louisiana's productive waters aboard our 24' Sportsman Masters Bay Boat with Captain Hunter! This spacious bay boat handles the chop with ease while you target redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in prime fishing spots. The stable deck gives everyone room to cast and fight fish, while our GPS and fish finder help locate where they're biting. Built for serious angling, she's loaded with rod holders, plenty of storage, and comfortable seating for your crew of four. The shallow draft gets you into those back-country honey holes where the big reds like to cruise. Whether you're sight-casting to tailing fish or working structure for trout, this boat puts you right where the action is. Captain Hunter keeps the live wells stocked and knows exactly where to find hungry fish ready to hit your bait.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the ultimate sight-fishing target with their copper-red backs and signature black spots near the tail. They typically run 20-35 inches and 5-15 pounds in our shallow waters, though the big bulls can hit 40+ pounds. These fish love 1-4 feet of water around oyster bars, grass flats, and marsh edges where they root for crabs and shrimp. They're active year-round but really fire up during fall migrations. What makes them special is watching their backs break the surface as they feed - plus they fight like freight trains once hooked. The meat has a mild, sweet flavor that's hard to beat. Fall and spring offer the best action when they school up. Pro tip: when you spot tailing reds, cast your bait well ahead of where they're moving and let it sink to the bottom - they feed with their heads down and won't see anything above them.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled Trout are the bread and butter of our inshore fishing - silver-sided beauties covered in black spots that average 14-24 inches and 1-5 pounds. They love grass flats, shallow bays, and drop-offs where they ambush shrimp, crabs, and small baitfish. Best fishing happens at dawn and dusk, especially during warmer months when they're most active in 2-6 feet of water. These fish are scrappy fighters and hit topwater lures with explosive strikes. The white, flaky meat is tender and mild - perfect for the dinner table. In winter, they school up in deeper channels. My favorite approach is working a topwater plug or soft plastic over grass beds just before sunrise. The key is making long casts and working your lure slowly - trout will follow it a long way before committing to strike.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the "convict fish" of our waters with those distinctive black and white stripes. Most weigh 1-8 pounds and stretch 14-20 inches, though we catch some real slabs pushing 20+ pounds. They hang around any structure - docks, bridges, barnacle-covered pilings - using those human-like teeth to crush crabs, barnacles, and oysters. Spring spawning runs from February through April bring the best action when they school up in huge numbers. These fish are notorious bait thieves and incredible fighters once hooked. The white, flaky meat rivals snapper for table quality. My go-to technique: get tight to structure with live or fresh-dead shrimp on a small hook, keep your bait pinned on solid, and set the hook hard the second you feel weight - they'll steal your bait every time if you hesitate.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are one of the coolest fish you'll target - they're flat as a pancake with both eyes on one side of their head. Most run 15-18 inches and around 5 pounds, but we've seen some push 20+ pounds. These ambush predators bury themselves in sand and mud on shallow flats, waiting to strike shrimp, crabs, and baitfish. They're active year-round but really turn on during cooler months when they move through our bay systems. What makes them special is their chameleon-like ability to change colors and blend with the bottom. The meat is white, flaky, and delicious. Pro tip: when drift fishing, use a light jighead with live shrimp and work it slow along the bottom - they'll suck it up before you even feel the bite.
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