Weekend Fishing Charter in Chandeleur Islands
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Three days targeting Speckled Trout and Redfish at Chandeleur IslandsLuxury 63' mothership with private bedrooms and gourmet meals includedSpecialized wade fishing from 17' skiffs with maximum six anglers
Picture this: three solid days of fishing some of Louisiana's most productive waters without worrying about where you'll sleep, what you'll eat, or how you'll get to those secret honey holes. That's exactly what you get with this top-rated weekend charter to the Chandeleur Islands. Departing from Biloxi, we'll cruise out to these barrier islands where speckled trout and redfish roam in numbers that'll make your drag sing. You'll fish hard during the day from our specialized 17-foot skiffs, then kick back on our luxury 63-foot mothership each evening. With only six anglers max, you're guaranteed plenty of elbow room and personalized attention from guides who know these waters like the back of their hand.
The Chandeleur Islands sit about 50 miles southeast of Biloxi, and they're worth every minute of that boat ride. These remote barrier islands create the perfect storm of shallow flats, grass beds, and structure that inshore species absolutely love. You'll spend your days wade fishing and sight casting from our nimble 17-foot skiffs that can get you into skinny water where the big fish feel safe. The mothership serves as your floating basecamp, complete with two private bedrooms, full bathrooms, air conditioning, and even WiFi if you need to share those hero shots. Each morning starts with a hot breakfast, then it's game on until sunset. Lunch gets delivered right to your skiff, so you never have to leave the bite. Prime rib and pork loin dinners cap off each day while you swap stories and plan tomorrow's attack. The boat provides everything except your fishing gear and adult beverages, so pack light and fish hard.
Wade fishing is the name of the game out here, and it's hands down the most exciting way to target speckled trout and redfish in these waters. You'll step out of the skiff into knee-deep water with grass beds stretching as far as you can see. The key is reading the water - looking for potholes, drop-offs, and current breaks where fish stage up to ambush baitfish. Topwater plugs work magic in the early morning and late evening when the water's calm. Switch to soft plastics rigged on quarter-ounce jigheads when the fish get finicky or the wind picks up. The beauty of wade fishing is the stealth factor - you can sneak up on fish that would spook from a boat's shadow. Our guides will position you on productive flats, then work alongside you to put you on fish. They know exactly where to find the grass lines, shell beds, and current breaks that hold the most fish. Bring your own rods, reels, and tackle box - most anglers prefer medium-light spinning gear with 10-15 pound braided line and a fluorocarbon leader.
Speckled trout are the bread and butter of Chandeleur Islands fishing, and these waters grow some absolute slabs. Most fish run 2-4 pounds, but don't be surprised when a 6-pound gator trout crushes your topwater plug. Spring and fall offer the most consistent action, with fish moving shallow to feed on shrimp and small baitfish. Specks love structure - look for them around oyster beds, grass edges, and drop-offs where they can ambush prey. They're notorious for their soft mouths, so keep steady pressure without horsing them to the boat. The fight might not be the strongest, but watching a big speck blow up on a She Dog or Skitter Walk will get your heart pumping every time. What makes these fish special is their willingness to eat artificials - they're suckers for soft plastics worked slowly along the bottom or suspending baits twitched through the water column.
Redfish are the other star of the show, and the Chandeleur Islands grow some serious bulls. Slot-sized reds between 16-27 inches are everywhere, but the real prizes are those 30-40 pound bulls that patrol the deeper edges. Reds are year-round residents, but they really turn on during the warmer months when they move shallow to hunt crabs and shrimp. Unlike specks, these copper rockets will test your drag and make long runs that'll have you wondering if you hooked a shark. They're not picky eaters - spoons, soft plastics, and topwater plugs all work depending on conditions. The sight fishing opportunities here are world-class when conditions are right. Seeing that bronze back and black spot cruising through clear water gets every angler's pulse racing. Bulls especially love the deeper grass beds and channel edges where they can coral baitfish against structure. Once hooked, they'll make multiple runs and use their broad sides to fight the current - it's a tug-of-war you won't forget.
This isn't your typical day trip where you're racing against the clock to get back to the dock. Three full days of fishing prime inshore waters, luxury accommodations, and gourmet meals make this charter a customer favorite for serious anglers. The Chandeleur Islands consistently produce some of the Gulf Coast's best speckled trout and redfish action, and having the mothership means you can fish until dark without worrying about the long run home. With only six spots available, these weekend charters book up fast, especially during peak season. If you're ready to fish hard, eat well, and sleep comfortably while targeting world-class inshore species, this is the trip that'll spoil you for regular day charters. Don't wait - these renowned fishing grounds and luxury accommodations make for an unbeatable combination that keeps anglers coming back year after year.
This beautifully restored 63' Ocean Yachts mothership serves as your floating basecamp for serious fishing at the legendary Chandeleur Islands. Twin 1050HP MANN engines cruise comfortably at 25 knots, getting you to prime speckled trout and redfish waters quickly. Two private bedrooms with full bathrooms sleep up to 6 anglers, while AC keeps everyone comfortable between fishing sessions. The onboard kitchen cranks out gourmet meals - think prime rib dinners and hearty breakfasts to fuel long days on the water. Modern fish finders and GPS help locate productive spots, while the flybridge offers excellent visibility for spotting fish activity. When you're not working the shallows with the specialized 17' skiffs, relax with WiFi and Smart TV. Everything's included except your wade fishing gear and adult beverages.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are the bread and butter of our Chandeleur flats fishing. These copper-colored bruisers average 20-30 inches, though we see plenty of slot fish and some real bulls pushing 40+ inches. They cruise our shallow flats in just 1-3 feet of water, often with their backs exposed - we call it "tailing." Spring through fall offers the best action when they're actively feeding on crabs and shrimp. What guests love most is the visual aspect - watching a red's wake as it hunts the flats, then the powerful runs when hooked. Their sweet, firm meat makes for great table fare too. My go-to trick: look for nervous water and baitfish activity. Cast ahead of where you think they're going, not where you see them.
Salmo TruttaAround the Chandeleurs, we're actually targeting Speckled Trout - what locals call "specks." These spotted beauties run 14-24 inches typically, with some pushing 5+ pounds. They love our grass flats and shallow waters, especially early morning and evening when they're actively feeding on shrimp and small baitfish. Wade fishing is perfect since they cruise in 2-4 feet of water. What makes specks special is their delicate white meat - some of the best eating fish in the Gulf. They're scrappy fighters too, with that classic headshake when hooked. Pro tip: work your lure slow and steady through the grass. Specks aren't in a hurry, so neither should you be. Soft plastics under popping corks work magic here.
Chandeleur Island