Artificial Lure Fishing Charters In New Orleans

Head out with Captain Jimmy for a memorable day of fishing in the Louisiana marshes! These productive waters provide plenty of opportunities to land some tasty Gulf Coast fish. Saint Bernard is conveniently located right in the middle of these productive waters. On this 8-hour trip, Captain Jimmy will take you on a quick trek from Saint Bernard to some of these productive inshore waters where you'll be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. You'll be using light tackle with artificial lures to attract these tasty species. Captain Jimmy was born and raised in Saint Bernard and grew up fishing the area, so he's sure to take you where the fish are biting and get you set up with the best lures for the day! You'll be fishing aboard a 24’ Blazer Bay boat that can fit up to 4 anglers. Rest assured this vessel will get you to the prime fishing spots with ease with its 300 HP Yamaha engine. She comes complete with everything you need for a productive day of fishing including GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well and a Wireless Trolling Motor. Captain Jimmy will provide Penn gear rods, reels, and tackle. He will even provide snacks, drinks and a lunch to keep you on the water. Captain Jimmy will even clean any keepers for you to take home! All you need to bring is a Louisiana saltwater fishing license. Come aboard and get treated to a memorable trip with one of the locals! Read More

We will be targeting Speckled Trout, Red and Black Drum, Sheepshead, and occasionally Flounders. We supply everything you need except for a valid Louisiana fishing license, sunscreen, bug spray, drinks, and snacks. Captain does supply bottled water and ice! If you’re looking to have a great time and catch fish, come join our family! Read More

Climb aboard with Captain Gavin for a half day adventure on the inshore flats of Lafitte, LA. Captain Gavin’s 32’ Aluma Marine can fit up to 10 guests, giving you the opportunity for a fishing frenzy! The Barataria-Terrebonne estuarine complex is the largest and most dynamic fishing grounds in the world. Among the maze of marshes, you will be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, and Spotted Seatrout, which all make for a delicious dinner! Captain Gavin will clean any fish you catch, so you can take home an incredible meal. If you choose, Captain Gavin is happy to clean and cook your catch for you, at an additional fee per person. He also provides rods, reels, bait, and tackle for you and all your guests, so you only need to bring sun protection, food, and drinks. The vessel is a 36’ Aluma Marine equipped with twin 600hp Yamaha engines, which power the huge boat through the flats. The cabin has air conditioning to give you a break from the Louisiana heat, and the spacious deck accommodates up to 10 people. Captain Gavin is an experienced guide who can take you to the best fishing holes in grassy flats. Once there, you will cast using light tackle and hopefully reel in a monster! Read More

Why choose Will? Will is a Louisiana native and lifelong fisherman with intimate knowledge of his home estuary and the fish therein. Whether it be on fly or spin tackle, his focus is shallow water sight fishing for redfish throughout the inshore marshes of South Louisiana. Will runs a plush East Cape Evo 18’ poling skiff making the long runs here in comfort, stocked with top of the line fly and spin gear rigged with the local favorites redfish can’t get enough of. He is usually chasing bulls on the outer fringes, but on those blustery days slot fish on the inside provide endless entertainment. As a licensed and fully insured USCG Captain, Will safely navigates the ever changing labyrinth of bayous, bays, and ponds that make up the beautiful South Louisiana marsh making sure everyone gets back in one piece. What to expect on your trip? Depending on the time of year, expect to leave the dock between 6am and 8am. We will leave earlier during the summer months and later during the winter. From there, a 30 to 45 minute run out into the marsh will put us in prime redfish territory. Since my primary focus is sight fishing, that is seeing an individual fish and presenting a fly/lure to the fish, most fishing will take place in 3 feet of water or less. This style of fishing requires stealth, so I am often on the back of the boat atop the poling platform, quietly pushing us along as you stand on the bow at the ready. I am usually the first to spot a fish due to my high vantage point, so I will communicate with you to establish the location of the fish using a clock bearing and a distance. You will hear something like “3 o’clock, 30 feet from the boat, he’s heading away from us”. Once spotted, you will then present your fly/lure to the fish, hopefully resulting in an explosive eat! What is sight fishing? Traditionally, fishing involves a lot of casting and covering water. If you cover enough water, you will eventually put your fly/lure/bait in front of a hungry fish and he will bite. Sight fishing is a bit of a departure from that and is more akin to hunting than fishing. When sight fishing, one quietly moves through the water actively looking for and stalking fish. Once a fish is spotted, the fly/lure is presented to the fish with an accurate cast, hopefully resulting in an eat. Redfish make a great sight fishing quarry due to their preference for prowling shallow water environments and reveal themselves in a variety of exciting ways. They can “Tail”, which happens when they tip down to feed off the bottom and their caudal fin breaks the surface of the water - a clear sign of a happily feeding fish. They can “Crawl”, navigating water so shallow that their backs and dorsal fins can clearly be seen above the surface as they swim along. Some less obvious signs of the presence of redfish include “Pushes”, a bull nosed wake steadily proceeding down the shoreline, as well as “Busting Bait”, when the water erupts along a shoreline as some poor shrimp transitions to the spirit world. My personal favorite however occurs during the late summer and into the fall when massive Bull Reds school up. These schools can readily be identified as dozens of fish boil the water in a feeding frenzy, breaching the surface chasing shrimp and attracting a flock of diving birds overhead. What is included? All fishing gear and tackle is included. My skiff is stocked with multiple fly rod setups in various weights for the size of fish and wind we will be encountering as well as spinning gear for those that prefer not to fly fish. You are welcome to bring and use your own rods and gear though. I will have a cooler stocked with plenty of water and assorted beverages, but feel free to bring whatever you prefer. Lunch - I will be in contact with menu options Fuel and launch fees are included in the price of the trip. Read More

Looking for your next adventure of a lifetime, then come join us as we head out into the coastal areas of SE Louisiana. We will head out and target the powerful and mighty apex predator of the inshore waters the Redfish, as well as speckled trout, sheepshead, black drum, and flounder. You will also get to enjoy seeing all sorts of wildlife, alligators, bald eagles, pelicans, otters and others. It is more than just a fishing trip, it's an adventure of a lifetime. I am a fully liscened USCG Captain, member LCBA, and fully insured. I have over 50 years of expierence in fishing the St Bernard parish waters. Read More

Spend the afternoon exploring the saltwater flats of southeast Louisiana! Join Captain Gavin in the twisting marshlands filled with fish just waiting to be caught. The drive from New Orleans is only an hour, so spend your afternoon on a beautiful boat with a line in the water before you return home with fresh fish for dinner. The trip targets the Flounder, Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, and Sheepshead that dominate the marshy flats outside Lafitte. These fish are a tasteful delicacy which are even more delicious when fresh-caught. Bring a cooler to keep your catch fresh for the ride home and get them on the grill! You should also bring snacks, drinks, sun protection, appropriate clothing, and a valid Louisiana Fishing License. Captain Gavin will provide everything else such as rods, bait, and light tackle. On board the 24’ Express Bay Boat you will have a comfortable and smooth ride. The 250HP Yamaha engine cuts through the smooth water, taking you to the best fishing holes. Captain Gavin will take you to the best spots quickly since his knowledge of the area is extensive. After spending an amazing day on the water, you can watch the beautiful Louisiana bayou sunset and hit the grill for a delicious dinner! If you choose, Captain Gavin is happy to clean and cook your catch for you, at an additional fee of $30 per person. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Joe for an action-packed day of inshore fishing! Saint Bernard is home to plenty of fish-filled canals and bays that are great spots for catching some tasty Gulf Coast fish without venturing too far from the dock. On this 6-hour trip, Captain Joe will cruise you through some of these productive inshore waters where you'll be primarily targeting Redfish and Speckled Trout. Venturing a bit into the nearshore waters will give you opportunities to reel in some Black Drum, Flounder, Sheepshead and more. All you need to use for these fish is classic light tackle. This trip is great for beginners, and experienced anglers are also sure to benefit from some of Captain Joe's expert tips and knowledge of the water! Captain Joe fishes aboard a 24’ Blue Wave center console with a capacity for 5 people. Powered by a 300 HP Yamaha engine, this vessel will have no problem getting you to hard to reach spots in the inshores! She comes complete with all the necessities including GPS, Fishfinder and a Live Bait Well. Captain Joe will even clean any keepers for you to take home! Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is any food or drinks you might want, and feel free to bring any of your own lures. Book your trip today and get ready for a productive day on the Gulf Coast! Read More

This fishing trip will consist of anything goes meaning all legit size limit species we will keep depending on the customers preference. We will begin the journey into the Saltwater marshes close by and venture out further as needed. We will scope out certain conditions of the waters to enhance our chances on catching fish. We will try various methods & techniques and also use live bait if needed. Read More

This trip is an inshore fishing trip that Capt. Jason accommodates to his guest , you will fish deep into the saltwater marshes of St Bernard , La. You will specifically target redfish ranging from 16"-27" (slot) we do have other species of game fish we fish for including Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Flounder etc.. on special occasion and do catch multiple species on some trips as a bonus . Come experience a day or 2 on Capt. Jason's 23ft Tidewater Carolina Bay boat powered by a Yamaha 250 SHO , with all the necessary equipment on board including stereo with your personal playlist of your choice . Capt. Jason will dedicate his time and show you his techniques on how to catch the fish ranging from popping cork style to bottom fishing to artificial lure fishing along with sight casting on certain occasion . On some occasions we do encounter unique visits with local wildlife and get to take photos . Capt. Jason's knowledge and experience on these waters have been with him from his early teenage yrs to current and knows a lot about the rich commercial / sport fishing cultures of St Bernard. Read More