Lafitte, LA Fishing Trip — April

Your Lafitte, LA Fishing Trip

April2 peopleFamily Trip
High 77°F / Low 67°F2.7" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in April

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

April Weather in Lafitte

77°F
Avg High
67°F
Avg Low
2.7"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

6 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.

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 / offshore / bowfishing Fishing

  • Rain jacket or windbreaker
  • Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
  • 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

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.

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.

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

Gigging for flounder is legal.

King Mackerel
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person per day
Size Limit:24-inch minimum fork length
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