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Lafitte, LA Fishing Trip — May

Your Lafitte, LA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 72°F9" rain · 20 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

8 species
King MackerelExcellent
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishExcellent
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
Red SnapperExcellent
Red Snapper
Various
Spotted SeatroutExcellent
Spotted Seatrout
Various
CobiaExcellent
Cobia
Various
FlounderExcellent
Flounder
Various
GrouperExcellent
Grouper
Various
Black DrumExcellent
Black Drum
Various

May Weather in Lafitte

81°F
Avg High
72°F
Avg Low
9"
Rainfall
20
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

6 Guides Matched

Jean Lafitte Harbor - Jean Lafitte Harbor
Jean Lafitte Harbor

Jean Lafitte Harbor

4.8(193)Top Rated
Lafitte, Louisiana
Crescent City Fishing Charters: Lafitte - Crescent City Fishing Charters: Lafitte
Crescent City Fishing Charters: Lafitte

Crescent City Fishing Charters: Lafitte

4.9(15)Top Rated

Come experience a New Orleans fishing charter you will not soon forget. Providing inland, saltwater fishing adventures to the New Orleans area since 1996.

inshore
Lafitte, Louisiana
Chet’S Fishing Charters - Chet’S Fishing Charters
Chet’S Fishing Charters

Chet’S Fishing Charters

4.9(14)Top Rated
inshore
Lafitte, Louisiana
Jean Lafitte Harbor Charters - Jean Lafitte Harbor Charters
Jean Lafitte Harbor Charters

Jean Lafitte Harbor Charters

5(12)Top Rated

Fully Stocked Marina Store Fuel (Land & Water) (Gas & Diesel) Boat Launch, Slips, Storage & Rentals Ice, Bait, Tackle, Fish Cleaning & Cooking Transportation (NOLA Areas Only) Costa Sunglasses Dealer Fishing Charters (Inshore, Bowfishing & Offshore) Lodging (House Boats,

offshoreinshorebowfishing
Lafitte, Louisiana
Down South Fishing Charters - Down South Fishing Charters
Down South Fishing Charters

Down South Fishing Charters

5(12)Top Rated

Experience thrilling fishing charters with Down South Fishing Charters. Book your adventure today for day trips & bow fishing fun!

Lafitte, Louisiana
Mr Poches Fishing Charters - Mr Poches Fishing Charters
Mr Poches Fishing Charters

Mr Poches Fishing Charters

5(9)Top Rated

Some of the best inshore fishing charters in the New Orleans area. Come on down to Lafitte LA and let Mr Poche and Company guide you to a good time

Lafitte, Louisiana

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

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

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Rain jacket or windbreaker
Layered clothing (cooler offshore)
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Lafitte from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Lafitte

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

Things to Do in Lafitte

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

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King Mackerel

Various
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Redfish

saltwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Red Snapper

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Seatrout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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

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

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.

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