Shell Beach Fishing Reports (May 2026)

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

Happy clients... alligator Wednesday

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

Happy clients... alligator Wednesday

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

Hey guys, come on down and have a good time. Speckle trout fishing is picking up, bull reds are abundant- would love to see you down south!

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

Hey guys, come on down and have a good time. Speckle trout fishing is picking up, bull reds are abundant- would love to see you down south!

Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout fishing in Buras, 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 pretty steady considering the heat and rain we've been having. Speckled trout and redfish have been plentiful this summer!
With good tidal movements all summer along with plenty of bait, the fish are here, and hungry! We've seen an uptick in tripletail this year as well. The Red Snapper have been great also. We don't have much longer for the season to be open. But the this weekend for labor day, we have a 4 day weekend to target Red Snapper among many other species out there in the deep waters.
The fall should be phenomenal down here this year with plenty of Speckled trout, redfish and sheepshead.

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Nicholas Frangos
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

The weather is hot in Nola but so is the morning fishing! With water temps reaching the upper 80s mid day the best time to target our slot fish this time of year is during the morning hours while the water temps are cooler and fish are up on the...

Nicholas Frangos New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Redfish fishing in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Jacob Morris
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

This one was in about 75 feet of water. Caught on Carolina rig with cut bait.

Jacob Morris Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

This one was in about 75 feet of water. Caught on Carolina rig with cut bait.

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Jacob Morris
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Caught in southwest pass fishing the rock jetties

Jacob Morris Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Caught in southwest pass fishing the rock jetties

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Jacob Morris
Venice, Louisiana
Reported: 3 years ago

Caught under a popping cork.

Jacob Morris Venice, Louisiana Reported: 3 years ago

Caught under a popping cork.

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

Bulls are abundant. Speckled trout fishing is picking up, starting to see the first few flocks of Bluewing Teal migrating south this means the fall is getting ready to kick in and the fishing will be off the charts. Remember one trip with us and you're hooked!!!!

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

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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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