Mandeville Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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James Kennedy
Lacombe, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year ago

Report last 14 days has been lights out on the big speckled trout. Catching limits and releasing some big ones.

James Kennedy Lacombe, Louisiana Reported: 1 year ago

Report last 14 days has been lights out on the big speckled trout. Catching limits and releasing some big ones.

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First Last
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 1 year ago

First Last Galveston, Texas Reported: 1 year ago

As the days get cooler, the fishing gets hotter down here in South Louisiana. The bull reds and jacks are schooling by the tens and even hundreds some days. I’ve been heading out to the edge of the Gulf to intercept these packs of maniacs. Doubling and tripling up on 30lb redfish on fly is a common occurrence and will continue till about thanksgiving. Nothing gets your blood pumping like rolling up to a school of huge bulls boiling the water and breaching like dolphins as they decimate a pod of migrating shrimp - Cast a fly in there and hold onto your butt, you’re going for a ride.

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Mike Brantley
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year ago

Nolan with some big trout & redfish. Using live shrimp

Mike Brantley Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 1 year ago

Nolan with some big trout & redfish. Using live shrimp

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First Last
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 1 year ago

First Last Galveston, Texas Reported: 1 year ago

During the summer there are two options: If you want big boys, you head to the fringes of the Gulf of Mexico and look for massive bull reds, if you want numbers, you stay inside and fish the gin clear water in grassy duck ponds for slot reds. Personally, the slot reds are my favorite. They are plentiful, pop out clear as day when they come floating up, and have a beautiful copper coloration. They are aggressive, forgiving, and put up a hell of a fight in this ultra shallow environment. Today we stayed inside. I set my clients up with a gold spoon, a marsh staple, and they pulled red after red out of the thick vegetation and even managed a couple black drum. A great day out in the marsh!

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James Kennedy
Lacombe, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year ago

The time is now for lake ponchartrain basin. The trout ,reds,flounder and drum are being caught Daily

James Kennedy Lacombe, Louisiana Reported: 1 year ago

The time is now for lake ponchartrain basin. The trout ,reds,flounder and drum are being caught Daily

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Brad D'Alfonso
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 2 years ago

These we’re caught today! The sheepshead bite is on fire for Springbreak. Hurry and get on the bite, book today!

Brad D'Alfonso New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 2 years ago

These we’re caught today! The sheepshead bite is on fire for Springbreak. Hurry and get on the bite, book today!

Speckled Trout Fishing in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Mike Brantley
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 2 years ago

I have been fishing, unknown pass in the Rigolets area. We are using live shrimp on Carolina rigs in 19 ft of water.

Mike Brantley Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 2 years ago

I have been fishing, unknown pass in the Rigolets area. We are using live shrimp on Carolina rigs in 19 ft of water.

Largemouth Bass Fishing in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Mike Brantley
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 2 years ago

I've been catching Speckled Trout & White trout in the bayous off Lake Pontchartrain. Using live shrimp with Carolina rigs

Mike Brantley Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 2 years ago

I've been catching Speckled Trout & White trout in the bayous off Lake Pontchartrain. Using live shrimp with Carolina rigs

Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout Fishing in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Awesome trip! If you are unsure which guide to use, Captain Drake is your man. Will definitely use him again for future trips!
Clay A. | October 18, 2025

Trip: Catching New Orleans
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We had a great time. Captain Brad took us straight to the fish. Great haul!! Great time.
Levon F. | July 3, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing In Louisiana
★★★★★
Mackie put us right on the fish from moment we anchored and guy was on his job as a guide. Then after we put the specks up moved us to a spot where we landed a 40inch red. Definitely booking with him again made memories of a lifetime today!
Clint M. | May 15, 2025

Trip: Louisiana Slam With Capt Mack
★★★★★
My wife and I fished with Captain Frenchy. It was a great time and he worked hard to continually put us on fish. Cpt Frenchy is a pleasure to spend time with and I would highly recommend him for anyone looking to catch fish and have a great time on the water.
David D. | April 13, 2025

Trip: Trout And Redfish Full Bite
★★★★★
Best charter experience! The captain was very easy to communicate with prior to the day and was obviously looking to provide a great experience. It was easy to see he was also excited when we caught a record breaking red drum and alligator gar plus a numerous variety of other fish. We will definitely be back!
Sandra L. | April 4, 2025

Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip
★★★★★
Had a great time with my son and I on this fishing charter. Brad found the fish and we brought in a nice haul. I'd definitely recommend a charter with him.
Jeff P. | March 2, 2025

Trip: Inshore Fishing In Louisiana
★★★★★
We had a good day on the water with Mike! A weather front was moving through the area on our day to fish, so consequently the bite was inconsistent. We were able catch several fish, bringing in 8 fish to clean. The fish we caught were spotted trout and white trout. I was hoping to catch a sheep head and some red fish, but they were not biting that day. The highlight of the day was catching a small stingray. I’ve never seen one in the wild before so that was pretty neat. Of course we had to release him. I have been with many guides and Mike was very professional.
Leroy S. | November 18, 2024

Trip: New Orleans Area Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain Mike and captain Chris were great. They got us on the fish despite some tough conditions in the early morning.
Jeffrey L. | October 30, 2024

Trip: New Orleans Area Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Capt James was great. Knows his way around the water was able to bring us right to the fish everytime. Definitely would recommend. Can’t wait to come out again.
Torren C. | June 27, 2024

Trip: Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers
★★★★★
James is a true captain that has the fisherman in mind at all times. First he knows the area and is safe. He worked hard to get us on fish and we tried several areas before we were successful. He found the fish though and then we stayed to get some in the box. I have been on many fishing trips and James is at the top of my list. He is personable and cares about his clients. If your looking for a quality experienced Captain look no farther than James.
Tim H. | June 16, 2024

Trip: Lake Ponchartrain Lunkers

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