Damn good fishing guides in Lafitte, Louisiana

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 6 trips in Lafitte, and the most popular trips in the area are Afternoon Big Group Excursion guided by Gavin, Morning Big Group Excursions guided by Gavin, and Afternoon Shallow Water Assault guided by Gavin.

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Other popular fishing spots nearby for booking a charter include Delacroix, Live Oak and New Orleans.

Inshore fishing is the most popular in Lafitte as well as flats fishing and lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species in Lafitte are: 1. black drum, 2. flounder, 3. redfish, 4. speckled trout / spotted seatrout, and 5. sheepshead.

The most common fishing techniques in Lafitte are bottom fishing, jigging, and light tackle fishing but trolling and artificial lure fishing are popular as well.

in Lafitte prices can range anywhere from $690 to $2,700, but the average price for a full day in Lafitte is $1,228.

The best time to go fishing can depend on a number of factors. Call us to talk fishing!

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Lafitte, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Lafitte. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Lafitte.

Many people know New Orleans for its unique history, delicious local cuisine, and nightlife. As it turns out, the distance from Bourbon Street to top-class sportfishing isn't that far and there are plenty of fishing charters in Lafitte. Just a short boat ride away are winding backwaters, bayous, and lakes chock full of redfish, gulf flounder, speckled trout, and more. Contact Captain Experiences today to book the Lafitte fishing charter of a lifetime!

The inshore bite is always on fire in Lafitte. Surrounded by endless marsh and backwaters, this area has enough prime fishing spots to last a lifetime. All guides have their favorite fishing spots, but the truth is, the fish are everywhere. The abundant habitat holds a variety of baitfish and other food sources which draws in some of the most sought-after inshore gamefish. The intricate maze of marshland surrounding Lafitte creates an ideal place for giants to lurk.

In the summertime, tarpon swing through the bayous on their annual migration around the gulf. Getting a bite from "The Silver King" on the bayou is a bucket list experience that no angler can forget. For the ultimate challenge, hit the backwaters with a fly rod and target any of these incredible sportfish. Tarpon are never a guarantee, but you'll have your hands full with massive redfish and speckled trout.

The best freshwater fishing opportunities near Lafitte are Delacroix, Lake Cataouatche, and Lake Salvador. These lakes have the classic bass, catfish, and crappie but they also offer the big three inshore fish. Although the shallow lakes and marsh is difficult to navigate, they are home to quality fishing forr redfish, speckled trout, and even flounder. Fly fishing has become a popular choice in this area for anglers looking for a challenge.

If you're looking for offshore action, your best bet is to head down to Venice, LA, which is known for having short travel times to high-quality fishing. If you want to catch Yellowfin tuna in the Gulf of Mexico, this is where you should head hands down.

Lafitte is a great vacation destination just outside of New Orleans which has more than enough activities for people of all ages. With a well know reputation for its bars, Bourbon Street is the party spot for the 21+ crowd. If you are looking for a bite to eat the New Orleans culinary scene is top-notch and there are quality restaurants and eateries around every corner like Domilise's Po-Boy & Bar. With plenty of other adventures and oddities to be discovered near Lafitte, it has something for everyone.

Whether you are looking for freshwater, brackish, or saltwater fishing out of Lafitte, contact Captain Experiences today to book the Lafitte fishing experience of a lifetime!

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