New Orleans Fishing Reports (December 2025)

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Frenchy Sandot
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 8 months ago

From the 12th (last week) till yesterday. Yesterday winds blowing 26 gusting 30mph. Every single trip VERY "catching."🙏🎣

Frenchy Sandot Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 8 months ago

From the 12th (last week) till yesterday. Yesterday winds blowing 26 gusting 30mph. Every single trip VERY "catching."🙏🎣

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Mackie Bellott
Lacombe, Louisiana
Reported: 9 months ago

Spring and summer should be good fishing.

Mackie Bellott Lacombe, Louisiana Reported: 9 months ago

Spring and summer should be good fishing.

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Frenchy Sandot
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 9 months ago

Last few weeks have been amazing!!! 3 days of very cold waters down 40.4 degrees. During which we had to literally put the bait a few inches from their mouth.

Frenchy Sandot Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 9 months ago

Last few weeks have been amazing!!! 3 days of very cold waters down 40.4 degrees. During which we had to literally put the bait a few inches from their mouth.

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Mike Brantley
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 9 months ago

Fishing Lake Ponchatrain, New Orleans using live bait on the bottom

Mike Brantley Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 9 months ago

Fishing Lake Ponchatrain, New Orleans using live bait on the bottom

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Mike Brantley
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 9 months ago

Fishing Lake Ponchatrain, New Orleans using live bait on the bottom.

Mike Brantley Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 9 months ago

Fishing Lake Ponchatrain, New Orleans using live bait on the bottom.

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Nicholas Rando
Delacroix, Louisiana
Reported: 9 months ago

Not many trips going out. But here's a good one post snow.

Nicholas Rando Delacroix, Louisiana Reported: 9 months ago

Not many trips going out. But here's a good one post snow.

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Frenchy Sandot
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 10 months ago

Last 12 days with strong winds and cold weather found plenty of trout during my last 10 trips. The reds are a little slow for the season and trout running big. Caught many 18.5 to 21 inch trout

Frenchy Sandot Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 10 months ago

Last 12 days with strong winds and cold weather found plenty of trout during my last 10 trips. The reds are a little slow for the season and trout running big. Caught many 18.5 to 21 inch trout

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First Last
Galveston, Texas
Reported: 11 months ago

First Last Galveston, Texas Reported: 11 months ago

Dust off your 10wt - the big girls are in the marsh, the water has dropped out, and the forage is plentiful. Shots on big fish with explosive shallow water eats are a daily occurrence this time of year. The schools of bull reds have broken up and they’ve become more solitary as they prowl the shallow interior marshes hoovering up shrimp, crabs, and every living creature unfortunate enough to cross their path. The water has dropped out for winter, concentrating the fish and making them easy to spot. The wind can be a little unpredictable, but in between fronts, the fishing doesn’t get any better than this.

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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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Great fishing guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. I would recommend him as a guide for experienced fishermen and those who are not. I would fish with him again.
Jeff E. | July 15, 2025

Trip: 6 Hours Fishing Trip
★★★★★
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
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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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
I recently went duck hunting with Captain Jacob and had an excellent experience. He was professional, courteous, and easy to work with. When the weather forced us to reschedule at the last minute, he handled it without any issues, which made the whole process stress-free. The duck blind was clean and comfortable, and there were plenty of ducks flying overhead throughout the hunt. At the end of the day, Captain Jacob even cleaned and butchered the birds for us, which was a nice touch. Overall, I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a well-run guided hunt. I’m already planning to book with him again.
Jackson D. | January 27, 2025

Trip: Delacroix Duck Hunting