Full Day Fishing Trip In St. Bernard, Louisiana
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Seven-hour private charter targeting redfish, trout, and drumAccommodates three anglers with all equipment and tackle providedDeparts 6 AM from Hopedale Highway in St. Bernard
Get ready to fish some of the best inshore waters Louisiana has to offer with SaltyFrog Charters in St. Bernard. This 7-hour guided charter is designed for up to 3 anglers who want to target premium inshore species like Redfish, Sea Trout, Black Drum, and Summer Flounder. We kick off early at 6:00 AM from 5717 Hopedale Hwy, giving you the full day to work the flats, channels, and structure where these fish love to hang out. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting your feet wet, this top-rated charter delivers the kind of fishing that keeps people coming back to Louisiana's marsh country.
Your day starts before sunrise, which is exactly when you want to be hitting the water in St. Bernard. The early morning bite is legendary here, and our guides know how to put you on fish when they're most active. You'll be fishing from a well-equipped boat that can handle up to 4 people, but we keep it intimate at 3 anglers so everyone gets plenty of room to work and more shots at the best spots. The inshore waters around St. Bernard offer incredible variety - from shallow grass flats where redfish cruise in just a few feet of water to deeper channels where big sea trout stack up. Our guides read these waters like a book and adjust tactics throughout the day based on tides, weather, and what the fish are doing. All your fishing gear is provided, so you just need to show up with your Louisiana fishing license, some snacks and drinks, and a small cooler to take home your cleaned fillets.
Inshore fishing in St. Bernard is all about versatility and reading the conditions. Our guides use a mix of live bait and artificials depending on what's working best. You might be throwing soft plastics on jig heads around oyster reefs one minute, then switching to live shrimp under a popping cork when we find fish in the grass. The beauty of this fishery is how it changes throughout the day - morning might have us working the edges of channels with topwater plugs, while afternoon could see us drifting live bait in deeper holes. We carry quality spinning tackle that's perfect for these inshore species, with enough backbone to handle a big bull red but sensitive enough to feel the subtle tap of a sea trout. Our guides are constantly watching the water, looking for birds, bait schools, and structure that holds fish. They'll teach you how to spot the signs too, so you're not just catching fish - you're learning how to find them.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and St. Bernard waters produce some absolute monsters. These copper-colored bulldogs can range from schooling "rats" around 16-20 inches all the way up to bull reds pushing 30+ pounds. Peak season runs from late spring through fall, but you can find quality fish year-round. What makes reds so special is their aggressive nature - they'll crush a topwater plug in 18 inches of water and put on a show you won't forget. They're also fantastic table fare when kept in the slot.
Sea Trout are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing, and for good reason. These beautiful fish are abundant, fight well, and taste even better. In St. Bernard waters, you'll typically find them ranging from 12 inches up to occasional "gator trout" over 5 pounds. They love structure like oyster beds, drop-offs, and grass edges. Summer and fall are prime time, but winter can produce some of the biggest trout of the year when they stack up in deeper holes. Sea trout have a soft mouth, so the fight stays interesting from hookup to net.
Black Drum don't get the press that reds do, but they're incredible fighters and often overlooked by many anglers. These fish can grow massive - we're talking 20, 30, even 40+ pound fish that will test your drag and your patience. They're bottom feeders that love crabs and shrimp, so we typically target them with cut bait around structure. The smaller ones make excellent table fare, while the big bulls are perfect for photos and bragging rights. Spring is prime time when they move shallow to spawn.
Summer Flounder add variety to any inshore trip and they're some of the best eating fish in these waters. These flatfish are masters of camouflage, lying in wait on sandy bottoms near structure or current breaks. They typically run 14-20 inches in these waters, with the occasional doormat pushing 3-4 pounds. What makes flounder fishing fun is the technique - you're often bouncing jigs along the bottom, feeling for that distinctive tap-tap bite. They're most active during warmer months when baitfish are abundant.
This world-class inshore fishing experience in St. Bernard represents some of the best fishing Louisiana has to offer, all wrapped up in a professional, customer-favorite charter that accommodates anglers of every skill level. With SaltyFrog Charters, you're getting local expertise, quality equipment, and access to productive waters that consistently produce multiple species. The 7-hour duration gives you real time to explore different areas and techniques, while the 3-angler limit ensures everyone gets personal attention and plenty of action. Whether you're looking to put dinner on the table, introduce someone to the sport, or just spend a day doing what you love, this trip delivers. The early morning start might seem tough, but when you're watching the sunrise over the Louisiana marsh with a rod bent and drag screaming, you'll understand why this is the best trip timing. Book your spot now and get ready to experience why St. Bernard's inshore fishing keeps anglers coming back year after year.
This 23-foot bay boat is built for serious inshore fishing in St. Bernard's productive waters. Equipped with a fish finder to locate redfish and sea trout holding spots, plus sonar to read bottom structure and bait schools. The onboard live well keeps your catch fresh while you target black drum and summer flounder in the marshes and shallow flats. GPS navigation gets you to the hot spots quickly, while VHF radio keeps you connected. The trolling motor lets you work quietly through skinny water where big reds cruise. An icebox stores your drinks and snacks during the 7-hour trip. With space for 3 anglers, there's plenty of room to cast without tangling lines. The shallow draft design accesses backcountry areas where larger boats can't reach, putting you on fish that rarely see pressure. Perfect platform for sight fishing when conditions are right.
Pogonias CromisBlack Drum are the heavyweights of our local waters, running anywhere from 5-30 pounds with some monsters pushing 90. These gray-black bruisers love shallow muddy flats and oyster beds where they crush crabs and shellfish with powerful jaws. Spring fishing around spawning season is prime time when they school up and get aggressive. You'll hear them "drumming" underwater - that's how they got their name. They're solid fighters that'll test your drag, and the smaller ones under 15 pounds make great table fare with firm, flaky meat. My tip: use fresh blue crab for bait and fish it right on the bottom - they won't chase anything that's not sitting in the mud where they expect their dinner to be.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are our bread and butter species here in St. Bernard - bronze-backed beauties with those distinctive black spots near their tails. They average 20-35 inches and love super shallow water, sometimes feeding with their backs out of the water on muddy flats and around oyster bars. Year-round fishing is good, but fall and spring are outstanding when they're schooled up and aggressive. What gets people hooked is watching them crush topwater lures in skinny water - pure visual excitement. They fight hard, make long runs, and the slot-size fish are excellent eating with mild, sweet meat. Local tip: look for nervous water and birds working baitfish. When you see redfish tailing in shallow water, cast past them and work your bait back slowly - they spook easily in thin water.
Salmo TruttaSpotted Sea Trout, or "specks" as we call them, are beautiful silver fish covered in black spots that run 1-5 pounds on average. They love grass flats and shallow water, especially around dawn and dusk when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. Spring and fall offer the best action, but they bite year-round in our Louisiana waters. What makes them special is their delicate fight and that soft mouth - you've got to play them carefully or they'll throw the hook. The meat is tender and flaky, perfect for a fish fry. Best part about trout fishing is the topwater action on calm mornings. Here's my local secret: fish the deeper edges of grass beds on windy days when the shallow water gets too stirred up.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer Flounder are the masters of disguise on our sandy bottoms. These flatfish typically run 15-20 inches and can change color to match whatever they're lying on. They're ambush predators that bury in sand and mud, waiting to grab baitfish swimming by. Fall months from September through November are your best bet when they're feeding heavy before winter. What makes them special is that fight - they pull sideways and shake their heads like crazy. Plus, flounder are some of the best eating fish you'll find, with sweet white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. Pro tip: when you feel that tap-tap bite, count to three before setting the hook. They bite sideways and need time to turn the bait around in their mouth.
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