New Orleans Fishing Reports (November 2024)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in New Orleans

William Depass
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 1 month ago

William Depass New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 1 month 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
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 2 months ago

Nolan with some big trout & redfish. Using live shrimp

Mike Brantley New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 2 months ago

Nolan with some big trout & redfish. Using live shrimp

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William Depass
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

William Depass New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 3 months 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
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 7 months ago

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

James Kennedy Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 7 months ago

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

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Ryan Williams
Yscloskey, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year ago

The fishing has been pretty good considering the late cold fronts that have passed by. Speckled Trout are showing up in good numbers and the Redfish have been incredible. We have been getting consistent live bait which means it’s trout season. We are here for it!

Ryan Williams Yscloskey, Louisiana Reported: 1 year ago

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Brad D'Alfonso
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year 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: 1 year ago

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

Redfish Fishing in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Ryan Williams
Yscloskey, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year ago

The water is warming up and bait is filling up the lakes and ponds. Redfish and Sheepshead have been pretty hott and the speckled trout are showing face now. The weather looks like it’s clearing up and we will be full force on the speckled trout this week.

Ryan Williams Yscloskey, Louisiana Reported: 1 year ago

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Mike Brantley
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 1 year 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 New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 1 year 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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November 22nd 2024

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Recent New Orleans Reviews

★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Absolute blast with Captain Jason! Found the trout in the morning and reds in the afternoon. Fantastic boat with plenty of room and all the amenities! Can’t wait for my next trip!
Christopher R. | October 23, 2024

Trip: Marsh Redfish Pursuit
★★★★★
Great red fish trip. Jason is a very knowledgeable guide and put us on fish right away. I highly recommend scheduling a trip with Jason.
Stan R. | October 2, 2024

Trip: Marsh Redfish Pursuit
★★★★★
Had a great time fishing despite the heat! I enjoyed spending time on the water with Jason and look forward to my next trip to Louisiana.
Jeffrey H. | August 14, 2024

Trip: Marsh Redfish Pursuit
★★★★★
So so much fun!!! He found all the good places my bestie got sea sick and our guide was the sweetest caring person he really helped her get past it and offered several times to take us back if needed! He even has a little potty for ladies on the boat so you don’t have to hang off the side!! We hit all of our red snapper limits before 10 and then got some trout and red fish! We also caught TONS of cool stuff that we threw back shark, little shark swimmer fish, angel fish, drum, and so many more!! Amazing trip!!
Lindsey W. | July 8, 2024

Trip: St. Bernard Red Snapper Special
★★★★★
Nick was great! Super knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely book with him again.
Mary C. | June 29, 2024

Trip: Inshore Spin Fishing
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Mackie is very knowledgeable about the lake and has great patience. Within minutes after stopping I had a 20" redfish and Eddie had one hooked in the front of the boat. While we were reeling in, Kenny started fighting a 28"er!!
Stewart T. | April 18, 2024

Trip: Lake Pontchartrain Gar Trip