Port Sulphur, LA Fishing Trip — October

Your Port Sulphur, LA Fishing Trip

October2 peopleFamily Trip
High 79°F / Low 69°F6" rain · 12 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in October

8 species
GrouperGood
Grouper
Various
FlounderGood
Flounder
Various
King MackerelFair
King Mackerel
Various
RedfishFair
Redfish
Bottom fishing · Trolling
Spotted SeatroutFair
Spotted Seatrout
Various
Red SnapperFair
Red Snapper
Various
CobiaFair
Cobia
Various
Black DrumFair
Black Drum
Various

October Weather in Port Sulphur

79°F
Avg High
69°F
Avg Low
6"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 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)

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

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.

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.

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