Louisiana Full-Day Charter Fishing Experience
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Full-day inshore charter targets redfish, flounder, trout, and snapperCaptain Ryan provides expert guidance and all fishing equipmentAccommodates groups of four with spacious boat and continuous action
When you're looking for real Louisiana inshore fishing action, Captain Ryan's full-day charter delivers the goods. This isn't some tourist trap operation – it's serious fishing for serious anglers who want to get into redfish, flounder, trout, and snapper without the crowds. You'll spend a solid day working the marshes, canals, and nearshore structure where these fish live and feed. With space for up to four anglers, this charter gives your group room to fish comfortably while Captain Ryan puts you on the bite. The boat's rigged with everything you need, and Ryan knows these waters like the back of his hand. Call 504-250-7296 when you're ready to get after it.
This full-day trip starts early and runs hard until the fish quit biting. Captain Ryan picks you up at the dock and heads straight to where the action is – no wasting time driving around aimlessly. Louisiana's inshore waters are incredibly productive, with endless miles of marsh, grass flats, and structure that hold fish year-round. You'll work everything from shallow oyster reefs where redfish cruise to deeper channels where trout stack up. The boat handles four anglers with plenty of elbow room, so nobody's getting tangled up in each other's lines. Ryan provides all the rods, reels, tackle, and bait – just show up ready to fish. He's been guiding these waters for years and knows exactly where to find fish based on tides, weather, and seasonal patterns. Between his local knowledge and your enthusiasm, you're looking at a day that'll have you planning your next trip before this one's over.
Louisiana inshore fishing is all about reading the water and matching your approach to what the fish are doing. Ryan runs a variety of techniques depending on conditions and target species. You might start the morning throwing topwater plugs over grass beds where redfish are tailing, then switch to soft plastics when you find trout holding in deeper pockets. Live bait like shrimp and croakers are deadly when fish are finicky, especially around structure where snapper hang out. The tackle is medium-light spinning gear that's perfect for these species – sensitive enough to feel subtle bites but with enough backbone to turn a big red away from cover. Ryan keeps multiple rod setups rigged so you can switch tactics quickly when the bite changes. Artificial lures include spoons, jigs, and soft plastics in colors that work best in Louisiana's often-stained water. When you're targeting flounder, expect to bounce jigs along sandy bottoms near passes and channel edges. For snapper, you'll drop down to structure with live or cut bait and feel those classic head-shaking strikes.
Redfish are the backbone of Louisiana inshore fishing and what most anglers come here to catch. These copper-colored bruisers range from slot-sized fish around 20-27 inches up to bull reds that'll peel drag and test your endurance. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, with fish feeding heavily in shallow water where you can sight-cast to tailing reds. They're aggressive fighters that make long runs and use their broad sides to pull hard. Redfish eat everything from live shrimp to spoons and soft plastics, making them perfect for anglers who like variety in their presentations.
Summer flounder are some of the best eating fish in these waters and provide excellent light-tackle action. These flatfish typically run 15-20 inches with occasional doormat-sized specimens pushing 25+ inches. They're masters of camouflage, lying buried in sand near channel edges, passes, and structure waiting to ambush baitfish. Flounder bite is often subtle – just a slight tick on the line – so you need to stay focused. They're most active from late spring through early fall when water temperatures are optimal. The white, flaky meat makes them a favorite for the dinner table.
Speckled trout are the most consistent biters and what you'll likely catch the most of on any given day. These beautiful fish have distinctive spots and sharp teeth, ranging from keeper-sized 14-inchers to occasional gator trout over 25 inches. They school up in good numbers around grass flats, oyster reefs, and drop-offs where they feed on shrimp and small baitfish. Trout are extremely temperature sensitive, so timing and location are crucial. Early morning and evening typically produce the best action, though overcast days can keep them biting all day long.
Red snapper add an offshore element to your inshore trip when you work the deeper structure and nearshore rigs. These hard-fighting fish have incredible pulling power for their size and are absolutely delicious on the table. Louisiana's nearshore snapper fishery has been getting stronger each year, with fish ranging from 16-inch throwbacks to hefty 8-10 pound specimens. They're structure-oriented fish that live around oil platforms, artificial reefs, and natural bottom formations. Snapper have sharp teeth and strong jaws, so expect some tackle losses when they wrap you up in structure.
Louisiana's inshore fishing scene is world-class, and Captain Ryan's full-day charter puts you right in the middle of it. You're getting expert guidance, quality equipment, and access to productive waters that many visiting anglers never see. Four anglers can fish comfortably without feeling crowded, and there's enough variety in target species to keep everyone engaged regardless of skill level. The fish are here year-round, the scenery is uniquely Louisiana, and the action speaks for itself. This is the kind of trip that reminds you why you love fishing in the first place. Don't wait around – call 504-250-7296 and get your dates locked in with Captain Ryan. These full-day slots fill up fast, especially during peak seasons when the fishing is hottest.
Captain Ryan's 26-foot Blue Wave center console is built for serious Louisiana inshore fishing. This 2022 beauty packs a 350HP Suzuki engine that'll get you to the hotspots fast, cruising at 40 knots when you need to chase the bite. The spacious deck gives all four anglers plenty of room to work without bumping elbows, while the wireless trolling motor lets you sneak up on spooky redfish in shallow water. Modern fish finder technology helps locate schools of trout and flounder, and the GPS keeps you on productive structure. An icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during those long Louisiana summer days. The onboard head means comfort during full-day trips. This stable platform handles choppy water with ease, so you can focus on landing that trophy red or filling the box with keeper trout. Perfect setup for targeting the marshes, oyster reefs, and grass flats where Louisiana's best inshore action happens.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snapper are the ultimate deep-water prize in Louisiana waters, and they're worth the run offshore. These bright red beauties typically range 1-2 feet long and pack some serious attitude when hooked. You'll find them holding tight to structure like oil rigs, reefs, and hard bottom in 30-200 feet of water. Our season runs during summer months when federal waters open, making it a special opportunity. What guests love is the hard fight they put up - these fish will try every trick to wrap you around structure and break you off. Plus, there's nothing better on the dinner table than fresh snapper with that sweet, nutty flavor. Here's the key: use circle hooks with live or fresh-cut bait, drop it right to the bottom, and when you feel that thump, reel steady instead of jerking. They'll hook themselves.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are Louisiana's signature inshore species and the heart of our marsh fishing. These copper-colored bruisers with distinctive black spots near their tails typically range from 20-35 inches and pack serious power in shallow water. You'll find them cruising oyster reefs, grass flats, and marsh edges in just 1-4 feet of water - sometimes so shallow their backs show above the surface. Year-round fishing is solid, but fall brings some of the best action when they school up. What makes reds special is their bulldogging fight and the way they'll absolutely crush topwater lures in skinny water. They're also excellent table fare with sweet, firm meat. Local secret: look for nervous water and baitfish activity on the flats, then cast just ahead of cruising fish and work your bait slow and steady.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing, and for good reason. These silvery fish with distinct black spots typically run 14-24 inches and put up a scrappy fight that keeps things interesting. You'll find them cruising grass flats and shallow waters, especially around dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring through fall offers the best action, but they can be caught year-round in our mild climate. What guests love most is their willingness to hit topwater lures and the satisfying strikes they deliver. Plus, they're some of the best eating fish in the Gulf with their mild, flaky white meat. Pro tip: work your lures slowly through the grass beds and listen for that telltale "pop" when they blow up on topwater baits during low-light periods.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer flounder are masters of disguise that lie flat on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush baitfish. These "chameleons of the sea" change colors to match their surroundings perfectly. Most run 15-20 inches, but we regularly see keeper-sized fish that make for great table fare. They love our Louisiana inshore waters from shallow flats to deeper channels around structure. Fall months from September through November are prime time when they're most active and easier to locate. What makes flounder special is their unique sideways bite and the way they pin your bait to the bottom before swallowing it. Here's a local trick: when you feel that telltale tap-tap-tap, count to three before setting the hook. They need time to turn the bait around and get it positioned right in their sideways mouth.
Louisiana