Advanced Afternoon Fishing Trip In Grand Isle
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Advanced 5hour bowfishing trip targeting challenging inshore speciesExpert guidance from Captain Blake Morris with all gear providedAccommodates up to 5 experienced anglers in Grand Isle waters
Captain Blake Morris knows these Louisiana inshore waters like the back of his hand, and his advanced afternoon fishing trips in Grand Isle are where serious anglers come to put their skills to the test. This isn't your typical family-friendly charter – it's designed for experienced fishermen who want to chase trophy-class species like Black Drum, Sheepshead, and massive Alligator Gar in some of the most productive waters on the Gulf Coast. With 5 hours of intense fishing action and space for just one angler, you'll get the personalized attention and expert guidance that makes the difference between a good day and a legendary one.
This top-rated charter starts in the afternoon when the fish are most active, taking advantage of those prime feeding windows that separate the pros from the weekend warriors. Captain Blake runs a tight ship, focusing on high-intensity bowfishing techniques that require precision, patience, and serious skill. You'll be targeting the kind of fish that fight back – hard. The inshore flats and deeper channels around Grand Isle hold some monster Black Drum that can easily top 30 pounds, plus Sheepshead with enough attitude to test your reflexes. All the essential gear comes included, but if you've got your own trusted setup, bring it along. The captain's flexible on meeting points too, so whether you're staying in town or driving down from New Orleans, he'll make it work. Just give him a call at 985-233-1256 to lock in your dates.
Bowfishing in Grand Isle's inshore waters is all about reading the signs – muddy water from feeding fish, nervous baitfish, and those telltale tails breaking the surface. Captain Blake positions the boat in shallow flats where visibility is decent but the fish feel comfortable moving around. The technique demands quick reflexes and accurate shooting since you're dealing with light refraction and moving targets. Most shots happen within 15-20 feet, but when you spot a trophy Alligator Gar cruising the surface, you better be ready to make it count. The bow setup includes recurve or compound options with heavy-duty arrows and retrieval reels – this isn't catch-and-release fishing, so every shot needs to be clean and ethical. The prime spots change with tides and weather, but the productive areas around Grand Isle's back bays and connecting waterways consistently hold fish year-round.
Sheepshead are the technical challenge that keeps experienced anglers coming back to these waters. These fish have serious attitude and even better reflexes, often darting away at the first sign of movement. They hang around structure like old pilings, rocks, and oyster beds, usually in schools that can make for fast action once you locate them. Peak times run from late fall through early spring when they're staging for spawning runs. What makes them special is their fight – pound for pound, they're some of the scrappiest fish in Louisiana waters, plus they're excellent table fare with firm white meat.
Sea Trout in Grand Isle tend to run larger than most coastal areas, with plenty of fish in the 3-5 pound range and occasional monsters pushing 8+ pounds. They're most active during cooler months and low-light conditions, making afternoon trips perfect timing. These fish cruise grass flats and drop-offs, often giving themselves away with surface activity. The reason anglers target them with bow equipment is the challenge factor – trout are spooky and require precise shots, but when you connect with a big one, the fight is worth every bit of effort.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and Grand Isle's population includes both aggressive young bulls and those massive 30+ pound drum that can strip line like nobody's business. They're year-round residents that adapt their behavior to seasons, moving shallow during warmer months and holding in deeper water when it's cold. Bowfishing for reds means looking for fish cruising flats with their backs out of water or tailing in skinny areas. The shot placement is critical since these fish have thick scales and serious power. What makes them customer favorites is their reliability – you can count on finding redfish in these waters, and when you do, they're going to give you a fight worth remembering.
Captain Blake Morris runs one of the most respected charter operations in Grand Isle, and his advanced afternoon trips fill up fast with serious anglers who know what they're after. This world-class fishing experience gives you access to some of the best inshore waters in Louisiana, expert guidance from a captain who lives and breathes these techniques, and the chance to test your skills against fish that don't give up easy. Whether you're looking to push your bowfishing abilities to the next level or you want to experience what trophy-class Louisiana fishing is all about, this charter delivers the goods. Don't wait around – call 985-233-1256 and get your name on the schedule before the best dates disappear.
Captain Blake's motorboat cuts through Grand Isle's inshore waters with the precision you need for targeting sheepshead and redfish. The onboard GPS navigation keeps you positioned over the best structure, while the fish finder reveals exactly what's swimming below. Built for serious anglers, this rig handles the shallow flats and deeper channels where these species hang out. The boat's designed for quick repositioning when the bite moves, and the electronics help you stay on productive water. Whether you're working oyster beds for sheepshead or cruising grass flats for reds, this setup gets you where the fish are biting. The captain knows these Louisiana waters inside and out, and the boat's equipped to make the most of every fishing opportunity in Grand Isle's productive inshore grounds.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing. These copper-colored fighters with the signature black spot near their tail are built for shallow water battles. Around Grand Isle, most run 20-35 inches and will absolutely wear you out on the right tackle. They love cruising our grass flats in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs break the surface. Fall and spring offer the hottest action when they're actively feeding before and after spawning. What guests love most is watching these fish crush topwater lures in skinny water. The meat is firm with a mild, slightly sweet flavor that's hard to beat. My go-to trick: look for nervous water or tailing fish on the flats. When you spot them, cast ahead of their path and work your bait slowly back.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are one of our most reliable inshore targets around Grand Isle. These silver-sided beauties with black spots typically run 14-24 inches and put up a solid fight on light tackle. You'll find them over grass flats and in shallow bays, especially during cooler months when they school up in deeper channels. Night fishing can be particularly productive when they move into the shallows to feed. The meat is white and flaky with a mild flavor, but don't overcook it or it gets mushy. What makes trout special is their willingness to hit topwater plugs and soft plastics, giving you plenty of options. Here's a local trick: when the water cools in winter, look for them in 10-15 feet around structure. They'll stack up thick, and once you find a school, you can fill the cooler fast.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusThese gray and black striped fish are nicknamed "convict fish" for good reason. What really sets them apart are their human-like teeth - perfect for crushing barnacles and crabs around docks, bridges, and oil rigs. Most sheepshead run 1-8 pounds here in Grand Isle waters, but we occasionally see monsters pushing 20 pounds. They're notorious bait thieves, so you'll need to stay sharp and set the hook hard when you feel that telltale nibble. Spring through early summer gives us the best action as they move to structures for spawning. The meat is sweet and white - excellent eating if you can get past those tough scales. Pro tip: get your bait tight against the pilings. These fish won't chase it far from cover, so precision casting makes all the difference.
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