Buras, LA Fishing Trip — February

Your Buras, LA Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 62°F / Low 56°F5.4" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

8 species
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
RedfishFair
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GrouperFair
Grouper
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various
Red SnapperFair
Red Snapper
Various
Black DrumFair
Black Drum
Various
King MackerelLow
King Mackerel
Various
CobiaLow
Cobia
Various

February Weather in Buras

62°F
Avg High
56°F
Avg Low
5.4"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

14 Guides Matched

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$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Louisiana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$9.50
Non-Resident$60
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Basic freshwater license. Saltwater license additional.

Buy License Online — Louisiana

Species Regulations

Spotted Seatrout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:16-24 inch slot limit; only two fish over 24 inches may be kept

Possession of seatrout is prohibited on vessels fishing in state waters during the closed season for red drum. Check for any temporary closures due to environmental conditions.

Redfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum, 27-inch maximum total length. Only one redfish over 27 inches may be retained per person per day.

Possession of redfish over the maximum size limit is prohibited. Check current LDWF regulations for any specific area closures or changes.

Grouper
Season:Year-round, subject to closures
Bag Limit:4 per person per day within the grouper aggregate
Size Limit:Varies by species; check regulations

Size limits and specific regulations vary by grouper species. Check the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website for details.

Flounder
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:14-inch minimum

Gigging for flounder is legal.

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