Shell Beach Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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Fishing reports straight from our guides in Shell Beach

Jacob Morris
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

It has been on absolutely fire down here in Venice Louisiana. The trout and reds are stacked up in the passes. Everyone who has fished here for the last month and a half can’t believe how great the fishing is.

Jacob Morris Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout Fishing in Venice, Louisiana

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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 this fall/winter has been absolutely phenomenal! The redfish and speckled trout have hit their winter patterns right on time this year. We’ve been throwing a lot of artificial baits and some live shrimp under a cork. Finding the perfect tidelines with bait in them have been fairly easy the last few weeks. I have been stepping away from the crowds of community holes and venturing out to find different fish that haven’t been so pressured. We have been working some really stout speckled trout deep in the ponds, and redfish have been tucked up tight on the banks. This cool weather has them eating up and looks to continue on this pattern for a good while.

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Joe Ezell
Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Joe Ezell Saint Bernard, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

A recent Bull red trip with a crew out of Florida. Beginning (roughly) the third week in July through Labor and starting up again in October, the bull red fish show up in Venice, LA. We have been expanding our offerings here and making Bull only trips available to our clients during peak times. These trips are truly special and very different from our standard charters. Enjoy the pictures and reach out if you are interested in getting on the books for next year. The calendar is filling quickly!
#redfishwednesday
#GoBoldly
#mercurymarine

Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana

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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 nothing short of amazing this fall. The cooler temps are really putting these speckled trout and redfish in their fall patterns. We've had a huge push of sheepshead the last week or 2 along with the already plentiful speckled trout. Running grass lines and oyster reefs for trout , throwing live shrimp or artificial baits under a cork and carolina rigging live shrimp and DOA shrimp have been a killer the last few weeks. The fishing is looking to continue like this for a good while.

Sheepshead, Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout Fishing in Yscloskey, Louisiana

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Creighton Ward with Southern Exposure Fishing
Abita Springs, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Hey guys River is low, fishing is picking up ,redfish And speckled trout all moving in the marsh should be a great fall.

Creighton Ward with Southern Exposure Fishing Abita Springs, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Hey guys River is low, fishing is picking up ,redfish And speckled trout all moving in the marsh should be a great fall.

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Ryan Williams
Yscloskey, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

The fishing I Shell Beach has been pretty good this fall so far. The weather is rite and the fish are hungry. The tides have changed and are now falling in the morning and the bait has been pouring out of the ponds and channels.

Ryan Williams Yscloskey, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

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David Morgan
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

These were from last Saturday

David Morgan Baton Rouge, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

These were from last Saturday

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Creighton Ward with Southern Exposure Fishing
Abita Springs, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

On fire ... bulls in the background

Creighton Ward with Southern Exposure Fishing Abita Springs, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

On fire ... bulls in the background

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★★★★★
Ryan was very welcoming with us and accommodating to us. He kept us fishing in some windy waters and was patient with the mistakes made due to the wind. We caught some redfish and some drum to fillet out. Will definitely book another trip with Ryan.
Patrick K. | April 25, 2026

Trip: Lafitte Inshore Experience
★★★★★
Awesome experience! Quality size speckled trout. Sons first catch and silly smile. Great time and even enjoyed talking fishing with rhe captain.
Jared B. | April 20, 2026

Trip: Louisiana Slam With Capt Mack
★★★★★
Mark did a great job and knows the area well. I brought my 3 boys (7, 10, 15) and Mark was patient, hospitable, knowledgeable, prepared and hard working. We caught a variety of species and had a great time. We would go back again with Mark!
David T. | April 8, 2026

Trip: Extended Half Day Fishing Trip
★★★★★
Captain David was GREAT!!! Wife and I booked a last minute charter with him. She had never fished saltwater. We had an awesome time. Captain was very friendly, informative and easy-going!! Will definitely charter with him again!!!
Cory G. | April 6, 2026

Trip: Sheepshead Smash 3Hour
★★★★★
Captain Ron was an amazing guide. He was funny and joked with us the whole time and he made it seem like he was a friend taking us to fish rather than a random guy who has a boat. We had two boats for the trip and there is not one negative thing to say about either guide. I’d tell anyone to book with Ron if they were fishing in Louisiana 10/10 times.
Braden W. | March 31, 2026

Trip: 6 Hours Fishing Trip
★★★★★
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
★★★★★
Captain Mackie is Awesome and helpful. We had a great experience.
Justin R. | March 28, 2026

Trip: Louisiana Slam With Capt Mack
★★★★★
Had fun with guide guy Dave. Fishing was tough because of the cold front and low tide but still caught fish.
David W. | March 21, 2026

Trip: Bay St Louis Inshore!
★★★★★
Mackie was a great guide!! Highly recommend him for anyone looking to have a successful day of fishing! The music on the boat was a bonus. He really worked hard to get us on a sheephead, and we endef the day with a nice red!
Eric J. | March 17, 2026

Trip: Louisiana Inshore Slam
★★★★★
Great experience! My friend and I had never gone fishing before, and he was very patient and willing for help us learn. We had so much fun and are looking forward to our next trip.
Claire E. | December 23, 2025

Trip: Laffite Inshore: 4-12 Hr Trip

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