Private 8-Hour Inshore Fishing Trip
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Private 8hour inshore fishing trip targeting redfish and troutCaptain Brandt provides all equipment, fuel, snacks and drinks includedEarly 6 AM departure from Houma area docks for 2 anglers
When you're looking for a top-rated inshore fishing experience on Louisiana's famous coast, Captain Brandt's private 8-hour trip delivers exactly what serious anglers want. Launching from the Houma area at first light, you'll spend your day working the productive waters of Dularge, Dulac, or Cocodrie bays – some of the most fish-rich spots along the Gulf Coast. This isn't your typical crowded charter boat experience. With just you and one buddy on board, Captain Brandt tailors every cast to your skill level and fishing goals, whether you're a weekend warrior or someone who lives for the bite.
Your day starts at 6:00 AM sharp when you meet Captain Brandt at the designated dock. After a quick safety rundown and gear check, you're off to chase redfish, speckled trout, and black drum through Louisiana's maze of marshes and bays. The early morning departure isn't just for show – that's when these fish are most active, and you'll often see the water come alive with feeding activity as the sun climbs. Captain Brandt knows these waters like his own backyard, reading the tides, wind, and seasonal patterns to put you on fish consistently. The boat comes loaded with quality rods, reels, and tackle, plus snacks and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the day. This world-class fishery offers everything from shallow water sight-fishing to working deeper structure, depending on what the fish are telling us.
The beauty of Louisiana inshore fishing lies in the variety of techniques that work in these waters. Captain Brandt runs a well-equipped boat with medium-action spinning rods perfect for throwing soft plastics, topwater plugs, and live bait rigs. Depending on conditions, you might find yourself pitching jigs around oyster beds, working spoons through moving water, or throwing poppers over grass flats during those magic moments when fish are busting on the surface. The tackle box stays stocked with proven Louisiana favorites – gulp shrimp, cocahoe minnows, gold spoons, and an assortment of jigheads in weights from 1/8 to 1/2 ounce. When the bite gets tough, Captain Brandt switches things up, maybe pulling out some live croaker or switching to a different structure entirely. The key is staying flexible and letting the fish tell you what they want that day.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and these copper-colored fighters are what most anglers come here to catch. In the Dularge, Dulac, and Cocodrie areas, reds run anywhere from slot-size fish around 20-27 inches up to hefty bull reds that can push 40+ inches and fight like freight trains. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, with fish feeding heavily in the shallows during moving tides. What makes redfish so special is their willingness to eat and their bulldogging fight – once you hook one, it's going to test your drag and your patience. Captain Brandt knows the sweet spots where these fish cruise, from shallow marsh edges to deeper bayou mouths.
Speckled trout add finesse to your fishing day, requiring a lighter touch but rewarding you with some of the best eating fish in the Gulf. These spotted beauties love structure – oyster reefs, grass beds, and channel edges where baitfish gather. Louisiana specks typically run 14-20 inches, with trophy fish over 25 inches showing up regularly in these waters. Fall and winter months can be particularly hot for big trout, when they school up in deeper holes and feed aggressively. The fight might not be as powerful as a redfish, but the precision required to consistently catch specks makes them a customer favorite among technical anglers.
Black drum round out your slam potential with their distinctive chin barbels and powerful runs. These fish can range from smaller puppy drum that fight above their weight class to monster bulls that can exceed 30 pounds. Louisiana's black drum population stays strong year-round, with the best action typically coming on or near structure in moderate depths. When you hook into a big drum, you'll know it immediately – they use their broad sides and stubborn nature to give you a workout that'll have your arms burning.
At $650 for up to two anglers, this private 8-hour trip represents serious value for a world-class inshore fishing experience. You're not just paying for boat time – you're investing in Captain Brandt's local knowledge, quality equipment, and the kind of personalized attention that turns a good fishing day into a great one. The Louisiana coast doesn't give up its fish to just anyone, but with an experienced guide who knows how to read the water and adapt to changing conditions, you'll maximize every hour on the water. Whether you're looking to learn new techniques, introduce someone to saltwater fishing, or simply escape for a day of casting lines in some of the most productive waters on the Gulf Coast, this trip delivers the goods. Don't wait too long to secure your dates – the best fishing days book up fast, especially during peak season when the fish are most active.
Your Louisiana fishing adventure starts in this nimble 18-foot skiff, built for navigating the shallow flats and back bays around Dularge, Dulac, and Cocodrie. Powered by a reliable 115HP Yamaha, this boat cuts through the water at 50 knots, getting you to those prime redfish holes fast. The shallow draft design lets Captain Brandt pole into skinny water where trophy reds cruise the grass lines. A wireless trolling motor keeps things quiet when you're sight-fishing, while the GPS and fish finder help locate structure and baitfish. Perfect for two anglers who want to experience Louisiana's legendary inshore fishing without the crowds. The open layout gives you plenty of casting room whether you're working topwater plugs at first light or drifting live shrimp along oyster reefs. This setup is all about getting close to the fish in waters where bigger boats can't go.
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