Our Hopedale Inshore Charter Boat
We run a 24-foot Skeeter bay boat built for the shallow marshes, bays, and inshore waters around Hopedale, Delacroix, and St. Bernard Parish. It gives us the speed, deck space, and shallow-water capability needed for productive redfish and speckled trout trips near New Orleans.
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24-foot Skeeter SX 240 bay boat
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Comfortable for up to 4 anglers
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Powered by a Suzuki DF300
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Lowrance electronics, Minn Kota trolling motor, and dual raptors
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Built for redfish, trout, black drum, and other inshore species
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Smooth, stable setup for marsh fishing
Boat
24-foot Skeeter SX240
Engine
Suzuki DF300
Capacity
1-4 anglers
Best For
Hopedale inshore fishing
Why This Boat Works So Well For Inshore Fishing
This boat is set up for the kind of fishing we do most around Hopedale and Delacroix — shallow marsh ponds, shorelines, bays, oyster reefs, and interior lakes. It gives us quick access to productive water while still providing a smooth, comfortable ride for the run out and back.
The open layout gives everyone room to fish without feeling crowded, and the elevated decks help when sight-fishing or working shorelines. For families, beginners, and experienced anglers alike, it is a practical setup for a productive day on the water.
Want to see the trip this boat is used for? Visit our Inshore Fishing Charter page. For pricing, see our Rates page, and for trip policies and FAQs, visit the Trip Details page.
Comfort, Control, and Fishing Setup
- Open layout with room for 1–4 anglers
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Elevated casting decks for better visibility and casting space
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Lowrance electronics to help stay on fish and structure
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Minn Kota trolling motor for quiet boat control
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Dual Minn Kota Raptors for fast, shallow-water stopping
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Stable setup for marsh fishing and inshore conditions
See The Boat
Ready To Fish Out of Hopedale?
If you have questions about the boat, trip details, or what trip fits your group the best, call or text Captain Jonathan and he will help you choose right trip.