SaltyFrog Charters- Hopedale, Louisiana

Redfish, Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana

About Your Guide

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Shawn Mitchell

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Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captain Shawn fishes out of the Lake Borgne, Biloxi Marsh, and Delacroix areas of Louisiana chasing redfish and speckled trout. He has had a love of fishing and the outdoors before he could walk. Captain Shawn grew up in Louisiana and is an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. An avid fisherman and family man, Shawn loves to take families fishing. Shawn also partners with pro fisherman and Youtube Fisherman to teach anglers how to catch redfish and speckled trout in Sportsman's Paradise. Fishing with Shawn is not a timed affair and Captain Shawn believes experiences should not have a time limit. He only books one charter a day to give his clients his full attention. Let's go catch some memories!!!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Shawn Mitchell

Shawn Mitchell

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Captain Shawn fishes out of the Lake Borgne, Biloxi Marsh, and Delacroix areas of Louisiana chasing redfish and speckled trout. He has had a love of fishing and the outdoors before he could walk. Captain Shawn grew up in Louisiana and is an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. An avid fisherman and family man, Shawn loves to take families fishing. Shawn also partners with pro fisherman and Youtube Fisherman to teach anglers how to catch redfish and speckled trout in Sportsman's Paradise. Fishing with Shawn is not a timed affair and Captain Shawn believes experiences should not have a time limit. He only books one charter a day to give his clients his full attention. Let's go catch some memories!!!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
44 inch redfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Jambalaya
What’s your favorite band?
Chris Stapleton
What’s your favorite movie?
Forrest Gump

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
44 inch redfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Jambalaya
What’s your favorite band?
Chris Stapleton
What’s your favorite movie?
Forrest Gump
What’s your favorite sports team?
LSU
What’s your drink of choice?
Dr Pepper
What was your last halloween costume?
Jason
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Seadek
How did you get started guiding?
Was a tournament angler first
What makes you different from other guides?
Experience and more instructional. I aim to teach customers as we have fun fishing.
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7 Hour Trip

100% (4) 1 - 8 People 7 Hours From $700
Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Redfish Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
Speckled Trout Fishing in Saint Bernard, Louisiana
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Join Shawn for a classic Louisiana marsh fishing adventure exploring the productive waters of the Biloxi Marsh, Hopedale, and Delacroix. This is a true inshore experience in one of the most well-known fisheries in the Gulf, where shallow marsh ponds, winding bayous, and oyster-lined shorelines create ideal habitat for some of the region’s most popular sportfish.

All trips include bait, tackle, fuel, water, sports drinks, and fish cleaning, making for an easy and streamlined experience...

About Your Trip

Join Shawn for a classic Louisiana marsh fishing adventure exploring the productive waters of the Biloxi Marsh, Hopedale, and Delacroix. This is a true inshore experience in one of the most well-known fisheries in the Gulf, where shallow marsh ponds, winding bayous, and oyster-lined shorelines create ideal habitat for some of the region’s most popular sportfish.

All trips include bait, tackle, fuel, water, sports drinks, and fish cleaning, making for an easy and streamlined experience
from start to finish. Anglers only need to bring a valid fishing license, snacks, and something to take home their cleaned catch.

Fishing in this region is highly influenced by tides and seasonal movement, and Shawn uses local knowledge of the marsh system to stay on productive water throughout the day. Depending on conditions, anglers can expect to target redfish, speckled trout, black drum, and sheepshead. These species are well known for their strong fights, steady action, and excellent table quality.

Redfish are often found cruising shallow grass flats and shoreline edges, especially during moving tides when they are actively feeding in the marsh. Speckled trout are typically targeted over deeper cuts, ponds, and channels where baitfish concentrate. Black drum and sheepshead are commonly found around structure such as docks, oyster beds, and pilings, providing consistent opportunities throughout the trip.

The Biloxi Marsh and surrounding areas offer a unique combination of scenery and fishing productivity, with quiet waters, abundant wildlife, and a true coastal Louisiana atmosphere. Pelicans, herons, and other marsh birds are a common sight, adding to the experience as you move through the backcountry waterways.

This is a hands-on inshore fishing trip built around steady action, local expertise, and the chance to bring home fresh seafood at the end of the day. Shawn delivers a straightforward and enjoyable fishing experience in one of the Gulf Coast’s most iconic marsh fisheries.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for 7 Hour Trip
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Skeeter
Year Built
2022
Boat Length
23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Skeeter
Year Built
2022
Boat Length
23'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
Live well, ice box, trolling motor, sonar
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Recent Reviews of SaltyFrog Charters- Hopedale, Louisiana

5.0
based on 2 reviews

John

Verified Review

Captain Shawn. Did an excellent job on a difficult windy day. One us was able to limit out on the Reds. Would go back again with him if we have the the chance.

John

Verified Review

Captain Shawn. Did an excellent job on a difficult windy day. One us was able to limit out on the Reds. Would go back again with him if we have the the chance.
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Carvin

Verified Review

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

Verified Review

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! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Response from Shawn:
Thank you for the review. We had a blast with you and your crew. Can’t wait to do it again.

Response from Shawn:

Thank you for the review. We had a blast with you and your crew. Can’t wait to do it again.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Recent Fishing Reports

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