Chandeleur Islands & Breton Sound Fishing Trips

Big Water. Big Trout. Authentic Louisiana Fishing Just 45 Minutes from the City.

This is the kind of trip most visitors never even hear about — but the locals know it’s where the big ones hang out. You’ll leave the crowds behind and fish wide-open water that doesn’t get a lot of pressure: island points, shell reefs, and current lines that produce all summer long.

When the bite turns on, it’s fast. Speckled trout crash bait on the surface. Jack crevalle smash topwaters. Bull reds roll through the shallows and bend rods hard. You never quite know what’s going to hit next — and that’s what makes it worth the run.

If you’re looking for the real Louisiana fishing experience, this is it. No tourist traps. No crowded marinas. Just you, the fish, and a guide who knows where they live.

Target Species

This is a high-variety, saltwater-focused trip. Expect:
  • Speckled Trout
  • Bull Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Sharks
  • The occasional Tarpon

Best fished in late spring through early fall.

Trip Details

  • Duration: Full Day
  • Start Times: Early morning departure
  • Capacity: 1–4 anglers
  • Included: Rods, reels, bait, ice, fishing license, and fish cleaning
  • Bring: Snacks, drinks, sun protection, and a cooler for your cleaned catch

Fishing Styles We Use

  • Light tackle
  • Live bait and artificial lures
  • Drifting reef systems and island structure

  • Targeting bird activity and surface feeds

Why Customers LOVE This Trip:

  • Local-only knowledge of where the big trout and reds feed
  • No crowds — just serious fishing in productive waters
  • Beautiful views, active fishing, and big variety
  • Private trip with a seasoned guide who knows the patterns
  • All gear and fish cleaning included — just show up and fish

FAQs

How far is the run?

We typically run 35–40 miles to reach Breton Sound and the Chandeleur chain.

Is this an offshore trip?

It’s offshore in distance, but we stay in relatively calm waters. No heavy seas or deep ocean required.

What’s the best time of year for this trip?

February-April is best for a sheepshead meat haul as well as big bull reds and Black drum
May-August is best for big speckled trout
August-November is best for speckled trout, Bull reds, Jack crevalle, Tarpon, Sharks

Do I need a license?

Yes. There is a 3 day charter pass available for fishing with a guide.

Can we keep the fish we catch?

Yes. We’ll clean and bag your legal catch at the dock.

Want to Fish Where the Locals Go?

Book your full-day trip to Breton Sound and the Chandeleur Islands today.

Call Captain Jonathan at (985) 285-4946

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