Gretna, LA Fishing Trip — August

Your Gretna, LA Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 77°F7.2" rain · 24 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
RedfishGood
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
King MackerelGood
King Mackerel
Various
Red SnapperGood
Red Snapper
Various
GrouperGood
Grouper
Various
CobiaGood
Cobia
Various
Black DrumGood
Black Drum
Various
Spotted SeatroutGood
Spotted Seatrout
Various
FlounderFair
Flounder
Various

August Weather in Gretna

89°F
Avg High
77°F
Avg Low
7.2"
Rainfall
24
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

130 Guides Near Gretna

No guides are based in Gretna, but these guides operate nearby.

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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.

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Species Regulations

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.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length
Red Snapper
Season:Check current regulations for open season dates
Bag Limit:4 per person per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum total length

The Red Snapper season is subject to change annually. Check the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website for the most up-to-date information.

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.

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