DOWN THE BAYOUCHARTERSPort Fourchon · Louisiana
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Fly fishing · Port Fourchon & Grand Isle backwaters

A quiet approach. A memorable take.

Step into the shallow-water side of Port Fourchon. Fly fishing here is about looking closely, making a thoughtful cast and watching a fish respond. Our redfish fly fishing charters work the backwater for Louisiana reds, including the bull reds that draw anglers to the coast, with speckled trout also part of the experience.

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Fly-fishing guide poling a skiff in the Louisiana marsh
DOWN THE BAYOU · PORT FOURCHON, LOUISIANA

FIND YOUR FIT

Compare your options.

Choose the kind of day first, then the boat. Rates are per boat.

Fly fishing

Fly fishing charter

Shallow-water sight casting for redfish from a fly-fishing skiff.
Up to 2 anglers

$800 up to 2 anglers
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Rates are per boat unless noted and include fuel, bait, ice, tackle and fish cleaning. The crew confirms the boat, captain and total when you book. Questions? Call 985-387-8133.

Fish the moment in front of you

Sight fishing makes the approach part of the reward. Your guide helps you read the water, spot opportunities and place a cast. Tide and available light help shape the day's timing and route. Discuss your preferred dates with the crew so they can explain the seasonal outlook and the conditions that matter.

A small-boat experience

Fly trips run on shallow-draft skiffs your guide poles quietly across the flats, so you can spot fish and set up the cast. Confirm the skiff, guide and angler allowance for your chosen date. If your group wants different fishing styles, compare fly fishing with an inshore outing before deciding.

Bring curiosity, whatever your experience

You do not have to arrive with every cast perfected. Your guide will coach you through it with a casting refresher, and fly gear and tackle are supplied. Let the team know whether this is your first saltwater trip or you are working toward a particular goal. If you want to bring your own setup, ask what suits the planned fishing.

  • Talk through your casting experience and expectations.
  • Confirm the equipment and package inclusions before arrival.
  • Plan for sun protection, food and water on the boat.
  • Check the license requirements for your individual trip.

Stay close to the next morning

A lodge stay gives your group space to settle in before fishing and spend time together afterward. Private rooms, shared living areas and optional meals make the stay part of the visit. Coordinate your nights with the confirmed fishing schedule, and leave time to enjoy the marsh beyond the casting deck.

REAL DAYS WITH DOWN THE BAYOU

The cast. The marsh. The fish.

Guide poling a fly-fishing skiff through the marsh
Find your moment.Poling shallow marsh water on a fly-fishing trip.
Redfish caught on a DTB fly-fishing trip
A redfish on the fly.
Black drum caught in the Louisiana marsh
Another side of the marsh.

Fuel policy

Fuel is included in your charter. Because fuel markets are uncertain, a surcharge applies only when the national price of regular unleaded rises above $4.00 per gallon. See our Policies & Waivers page for how it works.

Real photographs from DTB trips. Record catches are listed with their sources.Record catches & sources →