Louisiana Fishing Reports (May 2026)

Ronald Dufrene
Lafitte, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

Well got out the house and took a ride kept 4 good ones thru back about 15 are so

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Ronald Dufrene Lafitte, Louisiana Reported: 3 months ago

Well got out the house and took a ride kept 4 good ones thru back about 15 are so

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Bradley Laningham with Cat 5 Fishing Charters
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

I took a couple of buddies out on 1/29/26 we found a school of reds and for 3 hours till we couldn't pick up a rod or pick up the net. We caught fish after fish we caught our limit in mins but we stayed and practiced catch and release...

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Bradley Laningham with Cat 5 Fishing Charters Lake Charles, Louisiana Reported: 3 months ago

I took a couple of buddies out on 1/29/26 we found a school of reds and for 3 hours till we couldn't pick up a rod or pick up the net. We caught fish after fish we caught our limit in mins but we stayed and practiced catch and release after. We ended up catching 120 redfish all on plastics.

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Frenchy Sandot
Slidell, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

In the last 7 days. Catching plenty because of hard work!!! Anglers are complaining about fish being in very odd patterns due to temperatures all over up and down, and atmospheric pressures the same but I am still finding them!!!

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Frenchy Sandot Slidell, Louisiana Reported: 3 months ago

In the last 7 days. Catching plenty because of hard work!!! Anglers are complaining about fish being in very odd patterns due to temperatures all over up and down, and atmospheric pressures the same but I am still finding them!!!

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Jon Miller
Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

January Inshore Fishing Report — Delacroix, Louisiana January is a great month to be on the water in Delacroix as winter patterns settle in across the marsh. Cooler temperatures often bring more stable fishing, and this time of year consistently offers solid inshore action for anglers targeting redfish, speckled trout,...

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Jon Miller Saint Bernard, Louisiana Reported: 3 months ago

January Inshore Fishing Report — Delacroix, Louisiana

January is a great month to be on the water in Delacroix as winter patterns settle in across the marsh. Cooler temperatures often bring more stable fishing, and this time of year consistently offers solid inshore action for anglers targeting redfish, speckled trout, and other marsh species.

Overall January Conditions

With winter in full swing, fish tend to gather in areas that offer steady water movement and comfortable temperatures. This makes January a productive month for exploring deeper bayous, protected marsh ponds, and areas with good tidal flow. Clearer winter water can also lead to increased visibility, giving anglers more opportunities to locate feeding fish.

Redfish Action

Redfish remain a reliable target throughout January. They can be found cruising shorelines, holding near structure, or settling into calmer pockets of the marsh. This is a great month for steady redfish action, whether you're looking for slot fish or hoping to tangle with larger fish that roam the system this time of year.

Speckled Trout

Speckled trout fishing can be productive during winter as they group together in areas with consistent conditions. Whether fishing deeper water or working areas with active tide movement, trout continue to be a popular target for inshore anglers during January.

Other Inshore Species

Black drum, sheepshead, and other winter-friendly species are also common across the marsh this month. These fish offer great action and are perfect for anglers looking to keep rods bending.

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Bradley Laningham with Cat 5 Fishing Charters
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Reported: 3 months ago

Low water, no problem it makes the redfish easier to find

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Bradley Laningham with Cat 5 Fishing Charters Lake Charles, Louisiana Reported: 3 months ago

Low water, no problem it makes the redfish easier to find

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Troy Creppel
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 4 months ago

Fish are biting

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Troy Creppel Buras, Louisiana Reported: 4 months ago

Fish are biting

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Drake Morvant
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reported: 4 months ago

The Fishing is hit or miss right now, but will be excellent in March,April, and May.

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Drake Morvant New Orleans, Louisiana Reported: 4 months ago

The Fishing is hit or miss right now, but will be excellent in March,April, and May.

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John Duplass
Buras, Louisiana
Reported: 4 months ago

Caught these yesterday

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John Duplass Buras, Louisiana Reported: 4 months ago

Caught these yesterday

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