Hackberry, LA Fishing Trip — August
Your Hackberry, LA Fishing Trip
August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 88°F / Low 79°F4.9" rain · 17 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
What’s Biting in August
9 species
GoodRedfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
GoodKing Mackerel
Various
GoodSpotted Seatrout
Various
GoodBlack Drum
Various
GoodRed Snapper
Various
GoodGrouper
Various
GoodCobia
Various
GoodAlligator Gar
Various
FairFlounder
Various
August Weather in Hackberry
88°F
Avg High
79°F
Avg Low
4.9"
Rainfall
17
Rainy Days
Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.
7 Guides Matched
$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.
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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.
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
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.
Black Drum
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum; only one fish over 27 inches may be kept