Venice Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Troy Creppel
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

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Troy Creppel Buras, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

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Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Buras, Louisiana

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Troy Creppel
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

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Troy Creppel Buras, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

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Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Buras, Louisiana

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John Cole with Southern Catch Outfitters
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

A lot of big tunas around. Plenty of open dates available. Catching fish on top water poppers.

John Cole with Southern Catch Outfitters Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

A lot of big tunas around. Plenty of open dates available. Catching fish on top water poppers.

Yellowfin Tuna Fishing in Boothville-Venice, Louisiana

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Troy Creppel
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

This is my last few trips slot reds are biting pretty good the weathers been nice unless a front comes through

Troy Creppel Buras, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

This is my last few trips slot reds are biting pretty good the weathers been nice unless a front comes through

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Troy Creppel
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

This is a few pictures from today

Troy Creppel Buras, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

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Jay Winters
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Keepers have been on fire with early limits of redfish and a few bonus blue cats, channel cats, drum and sheepshead.

Jay Winters Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Keepers have been on fire with early limits of redfish and a few bonus blue cats, channel cats, drum and sheepshead.

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Ryan Williams
Yscloskey, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Ryan Williams Yscloskey, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing down in Shell Beach, Louisiana has been pretty good this winter. The weather was stable and didn’t freeze out on us like it has the last few years. There is still plenty of bait in the interior marshes along with plenty of fish. Redfish and Sheepshead have been phenomenal. The speckled trout have been in and out with the cold fronts. This spring is gonna be great if this weather holds out like it is. The amount of bait we are seeing on the inside is a good sign that the spring/summer Speckled trout run will be off the charts. There are a few smaller rivers that are swollen up with the rain and melted snow from up north, but the Ole mighty Mississippi River is still down. That is a key factor on our trout run in our area. To much fresh water will kill off our oysters and altimatly push our bait out to the outside. Making us travel further for those Highly prized speckled trout. But all things considered, things are looking good for the Shell Beach and Hopedale area this year!!

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Ryan Williams
Yscloskey, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Ryan Williams Yscloskey, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

The fishing has been pretty good down in Shell Beach. The weather has been up and down and so have the fish, but nonetheless, they have been biting. Redfish and Sheepshead have been really good the last few weeks. Trout have been off and on. In between fronts, the trout have been hitting pretty good. Live bait is non existent since the freeze, so we've been bringing Campos dead bait along with some of our favorite artificial baits to get that mixed box.

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★★★★★
Great guide, friendly, and informative. Knows the spots to bring you right to the fish. Had a great time
Torren C. | April 29, 2026

Trip: Tails In The Tides-Redfish & Trout
★★★★★
Jason worked hard for us in difficult circumstances…very windy and choppy. Regardless, we had a great time and he was able to find a spot that got us into some fish. Highly recommend him and his bait to anyone.
Christopher D. | March 31, 2026

Trip: Marsh Redfish Pursuit
★★★★★
Greg did a good job we catch a limit of fishing I would use him again
Stanley R. | November 7, 2025

Trip: Full Day Red Fishing
★★★★★
Shrimping with Captain Daryl was an excellent experience. Daryl went out of his way to make sure we had an enjoyable experience. He provided us with everything we needed to catch the shrimp. This was a GREAT EXPERIENCE, Captain Daryl is top notch and I highly recommend using him for your future trips.
Daniel W. | September 24, 2025

Trip: Shrimp Trawling Adventure
★★★★★
Outstanding tour! I learned quite a bit from Daryl. From beginning to end, I got some "hands-on" experience on what it's like to catch shrimp. I will not ever forget it. This tour is a definite must for everyone that wants to learn about the art of shrimping. This event gave me more appreciation of the hard work the men and women do daily in shrimping!
Patrick W. | August 27, 2025

Trip: Shrimp Trawling Adventure
★★★★★
Daryl was an excellent guide Very patient and extremely knowledgeable
David F. | May 26, 2025

Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip - Inshore
★★★★★
Jason put us on the fish fast
Britt M. | May 24, 2025

Trip: Marsh Redfish Pursuit
★★★★★
Daryl was an excellent tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and personable. He explained everything in detail and we came home with two big ice chests full of shrimp that he had iced down for us! This was such a pleasurable trip and we hope to go fishing with Daryl again in the near future. Cindy and Don from Shreveport, LA.
Cynthia M. | May 19, 2025

Trip: Shrimp Trawling Adventure
★★★★★
When I tell you a time was had!!! We had a group of 6 so we teamed up with Capt Shawn and Capt. Chad. The laughs started within 10 minutes of arriving to the dock! Both captains were very experienced, knowledgeable, hospitable and definitely made sure they put us in the best spots to catch fish!! We hooked multiple bull reds, speckle trout, sheepsheads and drum!! Definitely will be booking again very soon! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Carvin G. | March 25, 2025

Trip: 7 Hour Trip
★★★★★
Daryl is awesome! We’ve fished with him twice now and both times were great! Laid back atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re just fishing with friends. He’s SUPER helpful and knowledgeable!
Brittany B. | March 14, 2025

Trip: Full Day Fishing Trip - Inshore

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