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  • Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report May 9th 2025

    Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report May 9th 2025
    2025/05/09
    Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Friday, May 9th, 2025 fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast.

    We've got a beautiful day on our hands with sunrise already blessing us at 6:20 AM, and we'll keep the lights on until sunset at 7:21 PM. That gives you anglers nearly 13 full hours to get your lines wet.

    Tide-wise, we're looking at a high tide coming in around midday, peaking just before noon. Low tide will roll in late evening, creating that sweet spot of moderate tidal movement that gets the bait active and moving along marsh edges and bayou mouths. Those predators are stacked up waiting for an easy meal, so position yourself accordingly.

    Weather's holding steady with these warm May patterns - water temps have crept up to about 73-76 degrees throughout the region. Winds are starting off gentle this morning at about 5-7 knots, but expect them to pick up a touch after lunch to maybe 10-12 from the southeast. Nothing too problematic, but you might want to stay tucked in the marshes or find some leeward protection if it kicks up.

    The fishing has been red hot this past week. Speckled trout action remains strong around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. Folks been having great success with Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin soft plastics, with chartreuse and peppered pumpkin colors producing consistently. We're seeing solid keeper counts, with some nice 2-4 pounders mixed in.

    Redfish are showing up in good numbers too. Several reports coming in of bull reds being caught near Lafitte and Delacroix, with some anglers limiting out before 10 AM. Gold spoons and live shrimp under a popping cork are doing the damage.

    Some sheepshead and black drum are making appearances as well, particularly around structure. If you're targeting them, fresh crab or shrimp on the bottom is your best bet.

    For hot spots, y'all might want to check out the Lake Catherine area where several nice reds were pulled in earlier this week. The Cocodrie region has been producing excellent trout action too. And don't sleep on the marsh ponds around Dulac - they've been giving up some beautiful redfish lately.

    If you're heading out on the water today, remember to stay hydrated and keep that sunscreen handy. Water's warming up but it's still comfortable enough for those fish to stay active throughout the day.

    That's the word for today, May 9th. This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines to all y'all, and I'll catch you on the next report!
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  • Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report May 2025

    Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report May 2025
    2025/05/07
    Morning folks, Artificial Lure here with today's fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast, Wednesday May 7th, 2025.

    The sun peeked up at around 6:22 AM today and we'll have light until about 7:20 PM, giving y'all plenty of time to get your lines wet. Tide's coming in this morning with high tide expected around midday, creating perfect conditions for those marsh edges and bayou mouths where the predators are stacked up waiting for breakfast.

    Weather's holding steady with that beautiful spring pattern we've been enjoying. Water temps are sitting between 72 and 75 degrees, just right for getting the bite going. Winds are starting light but might pick up after lunch, so plan accordingly and work those protected areas if the breeze kicks up.

    The red snapper season is in full swing, having opened up May 1st with a daily limit of four fish per person with a 16-inch minimum. Remember you need your basic and Saltwater Recreational Fishing License plus that Recreational Offshore Landing Permit if you're heading out for the snapper. The season's expected to be a long one like last year when we fished 151 days, but don't wait too long since they'll close it when we approach that 894,955 pound allocation.

    Inshore, the speckled trout and redfish action continues to be fire. Trout are smashing baits around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. They're particularly fond of Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin soft plastics in chartreuse and peppered pumpkin patterns. Folks are reporting solid catches with plenty of keepers and some nice two-to-four pounders coming over the gunnels.

    For hot spots, check out Lake Charles where Captain Bradley with Cat 5 Fishing Charters has been putting clients on fish consistently. Over Slidell way, Captain Frenchy's been producing some monster catches, including what I heard was a record-breaking red drum last month.

    If you're staying closer to New Orleans, the marshes east of the city are producing nice stringers of specks, and the area around Grand Isle is heating up with the warming water.

    Live shrimp under a popping cork is always a sure bet this time of year, but if you're an artificial guy like myself, those paddle tails and jerkbaits are doing the business right now.

    Y'all get out there and enjoy the fantastic May fishing we've been blessed with. This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow. Tight lines, everybody!
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  • Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report: Red Snapper, Trout, and Reds Biting Strong

    Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report: Red Snapper, Trout, and Reds Biting Strong
    2025/05/05
    Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Monday, May 5th, 2025 fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast.

    Sun's been up since 6:22 AM this morning, and we'll be fishing until sunset at about 7:20 PM, so plenty of daylight to get your lines wet. Tide's coming in strong this morning after the low we had overnight, with high tide expected around noon. That moving water's pushing bait into the marshes and along shorelines, creating prime feeding opportunities.

    Weather's shaping up real nice today - temperatures climbing into the mid-80s with water temps holding steady between 72-75 degrees. We got light winds this morning that'll pick up a bit after lunch, so you might want to stay tucked in the marshes or find some protected spots if the afternoon breeze kicks up.

    The fishing's been on fire lately! Red snapper season opened up May 1st in both state and federal waters, with a generous four-fish daily bag limit per person (16-inch minimum). The redfish and speckled trout bite has been exceptional along the coast. Trout are stacked up around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. They're hitting Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin soft plastics hard, especially in chartreuse and peppered pumpkin colors. We're seeing plenty of keeper trout and some hefty 2-4 pounders in the mix.

    For reds, they've been feeding aggressively around marsh points and bayou mouths during tidal movements. Gold spoons and popping corks with shrimp are your best bet, but they're not being picky right now. The spring winds have been pushing water around, concentrating redfish on the flats where sight-casting opportunities have been excellent.

    If you're looking for hotspots today, I'd point you toward the marsh edges near Lafitte where the redfish action has been steady. The state charter guides have been limiting out consistently there. Another prime area would be the bridge pilings around Lake Pontchartrain for those specks - work those soft plastics tight to the structure early in the morning.

    For those heading offshore for snapper, the reports from the weekend were outstanding. Most crews limited out quickly with quality fish in the 5-10 pound range. Live croakers and cigar minnows have been getting the job done, but cut pogies are working just as well.

    Remember to keep your Saltwater Recreational Fishing License and that Recreational Offshore Landing Permit on you. Stay safe out there, stay hydrated, and as we say down here - laissez les bon temps rouler on the water! This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow.
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  • Louisiana Fishing Hot Spots and Limits for May 4, 2025

    Louisiana Fishing Hot Spots and Limits for May 4, 2025
    2025/05/04
    Morning yall, this is Artificial Lure with your Sunday fishing report for May 4th, 2025, covering the Louisiana Gulf Coast and the bountiful waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

    We are heading into a classic Louisiana spring morning, with mild temps in the high 60s at sunrise and a light southerly breeze settling in. Look for a high tide pushing in around mid-morning, with a soft outgoing after lunch—prime time to target those fish moving onto the flats and into the bays.

    Sunrise hit just before 6:15 am, with sunset looking to be a bit after 7:45 pm, so you have plenty of daylight to chase your limit. The weather’s holding steady with scattered clouds and only a faint chance of a passing shower. You could not ask for finer conditions to be out there wetting a line.

    Now, fish activity is what keeps us all waking up early, and this weekend has not disappointed. Red snapper season just opened up as of May 1st, and the offshore reports from South Timbalier and Grand Isle have been red-hot. Boats coming in have been limiting out with solid red snapper, most fish in the 8 to 15-pound range. The daily limit is four per person, and the bite has been best on live pogies or cut squid, but a big, shiny jig or bucktail will get revenge bites too, especially if you tip it with a little bait. Make sure you have the required permits before you launch so you can keep your catch[5].

    Inshore, the speckled trout and redfish have been feeding hard on the early flood tide, especially around the marsh edges in Lafitte and the oyster reefs near Cocodrie. Limits are being caught with soft plastics on 1/4-ounce jigheads in chartreuse or opening night colors. Live shrimp under a popping cork is money this time of year for both trout and slot reds. Focus on moving water and look for birds working over shallow flats—that is a sure sign the fish are active[4][1][2].

    Catches this week have included big specks up to 24 inches, thick slot reds, and a few bonus flounder and drum. If you want a shot at something special, there are still cobia and jack crevalle moving offshore, so keep a heavy spinning rod rigged with a bucktail or big swimbait[4].

    For hot spots, you cannot go wrong with:
    - Grand Isle beach and the nearby reefs for trout and reds
    - South Pass rigs for snapper and a mixed bag
    - The marshes east of Lafitte and around Fourchon for inshore action

    Best lures right now are matrix shad, gulp shrimp, and gold spoons, but do not forget a handful of live shrimp or croaker just in case they get picky.

    Yall enjoy the water, respect the limits, and I will catch you on the next tide. Tight lines from Artificial Lure[1][2].
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  • Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report - May 3rd, 2025

    Louisiana Gulf Coast Fishing Report - May 3rd, 2025
    2025/05/03
    Morning folks, Artificial Lure here with today’s fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast, Saturday May 3rd, 2025.

    Sunrise welcomed us at 6:24 AM and we’ll lose the bite around sunset at 7:18 PM, so anglers have a long window to get after it. Today’s tides are working in our favor, with high tide peaking right before noon at 11:58 AM and a low rolling in at 10:47 PM. These moderate swings will have bait on the move along the marsh edges and at the mouths of bayous, where the predators are sure to be stacked up waiting for an easy meal[5].

    Weather’s just about perfect for May fishing—warm spring temps, water sitting between 72 and 75 degrees. Winds are light at dawn, but expect them to stiffen up a touch after lunch, so I’d stay tucked inshore or work the leeward side of the marsh if it starts to get breezy[5].

    The action right now is all about speckled trout and redfish. Trout are hitting hard around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines, especially for folks working Matrix Shad or Saltwater Assassin soft plastics in chartreuse and peppered pumpkin. Average catches are running solid, with plenty of keepers and some two-to-four pounders coming over the gunnels[5].

    Redfish are thick in the cane pockets and marsh ponds. Z-Man ChatterBaits, spinnerbaits, and gold spoons are the ticket for reaction strikes. Got live shrimp? Toss it near a reef or piling and you’ll pick up puppy drum and sheepshead too[5].

    Offshore, the big news is that red snapper season is officially open as of May 1—four fish per person per day, 16-inch minimum, in both state and federal waters. Snapper are stacking up on the rigs and nearshore reefs, and cut pogies or squid on a knocker rig is putting fish in the box. Just remember, you need your recreational saltwater license and an Offshore Landing Permit to stay legal[2].

    Recent catches have been hot out of Lafitte, Grand Isle, and Cocodrie. Reports show bull reds and nice slot fish, plus some cobia and sheepshead around the structures. Trout have been solid on dead croaker and artificial, with some nice messes coming off the beaches and marsh points[4][1].

    Hot spots you don’t want to miss today: The passes and cuts around Grand Isle and Fourchon for trout and reds, and the marsh drains behind Lafitte if the wind picks up. Offshore, set up on the closer oil rigs or reefs out of Cocodrie or Venice for your shot at those early-season snapper.

    That’s the word from the water. Tight lines and good luck, yall—see you out there.
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  • "Louisiana Fishing Report: Red Snapper, Redfish, and Trout Bite Strong Amid Excellent Spring Conditions"

    "Louisiana Fishing Report: Red Snapper, Redfish, and Trout Bite Strong Amid Excellent Spring Conditions"
    2025/05/02
    This is Artificial Lure with your Friday, May 2, 2025 Gulf of Mexico Louisiana fishing report.

    We’re off to a cracking start this May, with some of the finest spring conditions you could ask for—warm, relatively stable weather and a touch of early morning fog burning off quick as the sun gets up. Sunrise today came at 6:16 a.m. and you’ll have daylight to fish till around 7:43 p.m.

    Tides are moderate right now, with an incoming tide through mid-morning into early afternoon. That should have bait moving through marsh drains and around structure, setting the table for hungry fish on the feed.

    The big news along the coast is the red snapper opener. Private recreational and state charter anglers can now head out for snapper in both state and federal waters, with a four-fish daily bag and 16-inch minimum limit. Folks are already bringing in some solid snapper catches off rigs and nearshore reefs, and the bite is expected to stay strong through the weekend. Remember, you’ll need your Louisiana saltwater license and the free Recreational Offshore Landing Permit if you’re heading offshore for these beauties[1][5].

    Inshore, the spring bite is lighting off with redfish, speckled trout, and even a few snook taking center stage. Redfish are stacked around the marsh edges, oyster reefs, and trenasses. Most folks are finding success early with gold spoons, soft plastics in natural colors, and live shrimp or fresh cut mullet. Speckled trout are popping on the flats and around oyster shells—try popping corks with live shrimp or a chartreuse plastic, especially around sunrise when the water’s slick[2][3].

    Recent catches include solid four-pound specks up off the beaches with dead croaker, and anglers down in Cocodrie and Lake Catherine are reporting limits of redfish caught on live shrimp under corks and soft plastic swimbaits[3].

    For best results, hit these two hot spots:
    Grand Isle: The surf and nearby Elmer’s Island are giving up good numbers of trout and reds at first light.
    Venice: Productive for both inshore and offshore action, the passes hold bull reds while rigs just offshore are prime for snapper.

    Live shrimp is still king for both redfish and speckled trout, but gulp baits and gold spoons are a close second. Offshore for snapper, squid and cut menhaden are the go-to baits.

    Weather is looking cooperative, but keep an eye on afternoon winds—those can kick up a chop quick.

    Tight lines, y’all, and good luck out there. This is Artificial Lure signing off with a tip: don’t forget the sunscreen and your landing permit when chasing those red snapper!
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  • Louisiana's Coastal Fishing Bonanza: Trout, Reds, and Offshore Snapper Delight Anglers

    Louisiana's Coastal Fishing Bonanza: Trout, Reds, and Offshore Snapper Delight Anglers
    2025/04/30
    Hey there, anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana fishing report for April 30, 2025.

    We're looking at another beautiful day on the water today. The sun rose at around 6:15 AM and will set at about 7:40 PM, giving us plenty of time to get those lines wet. Weather's shaping up real nice - warm, sunny conditions continuing the pattern we've been enjoying lately. We're seeing temperatures in the mid-70s this morning, climbing to low 80s by afternoon with a gentle southeast breeze.

    Tide's running about average today. We've got a high tide mid-morning and another this evening, with a decent low around mid-afternoon. That falling tide in the early afternoon should trigger some good feeding activity.

    The fishing has been on fire lately, folks! Speckled trout and redfish action is really heating up all along the Louisiana coastline. Over the past week, the trout bite has been especially strong, with good numbers being caught on artificial lures in the marsh and along the coastal areas. Redfish are showing up in good numbers too, particularly around structure and in the shallows during high tide.

    Best baits right now? For trout, I've been having great success with soft plastics in chartreuse and glow colors. Popping corks with shrimp about 18-24 inches underneath are also producing well. For the redfish, gold spoons and spinner baits with a crawfish trailer have been money. If you're going with live bait, fresh shrimp or finger mullet are your best bet for both species.

    Some offshore action is picking up too. If you're heading out deeper, there are reports of some nice snapper being caught, though you'll need to run a good ways out.

    For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out Calcasieu Lake and the surrounding estuary. The area around the ship channel has been productive lately. Black Lake is also giving up some nice fish. If you're looking for redfish specifically, try the shallow flats during high tide, especially around points and cuts with moving water.

    The Hopedale area is another hot zone right now, with both trout and reds being reported in good numbers. Work those marsh edges and points where water is moving.

    Remember to bring plenty of water and sunscreen - it's getting warm out there! And with these nearly perfect spring conditions we've been having, the bite should continue strong through the week.

    That's all for today, folks. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and good fishing to ya! See y'all on the water!
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  • Louisiana Gulf Fishing Report: Trout, Reds, and Offshore Action Heating Up for April 23, 2025

    Louisiana Gulf Fishing Report: Trout, Reds, and Offshore Action Heating Up for April 23, 2025
    2025/04/23
    Artificial Lure here with your Louisiana Gulf of Mexico fishing report for April 23, 2025.

    Sunrise was at 6:19 a.m. and sunset is coming at 7:20 p.m., so you’ve got a full day of fishing ahead. Tidal movement is prime, with a low tide just before 3 a.m. and a strong high tide peaking about 3:23 p.m. That gives you some solid tidal swings, and the fish know it—activity is picking up strong as the tide comes in midday. Tidal coefficient is around 80, which means there’s a lot of water moving and that gets the bite going, especially in the afternoon.

    Mornings are nice and comfortable, with air temps starting out in the low 60s and water temps in the low to mid-70s. There’s been light wind early but it’s expected to pick up a little by midday, so if it gets breezy, stick to protected marshes and nearshore areas. Baitfish like rain minnows and mullet are pushing through thick right now, and the visibility in the water is looking much better than last week.

    For the bite—things are wide-open inshore. Speckled trout and redfish are the hot tickets. The bridges, grassy shorelines, and cane pockets from Hopedale to Delacroix and all through the Biloxi Marsh are holding fish. Anglers have been putting limits of trout in the boat with soft plastics—Matrix Shad, Saltwater Assassin, and Berkley Gulp Jerk Shads are doing the trick in chartreuse, peppered pumpkin, or new penny colors. Early mornings, especially on a good moving tide, topwater plugs like the MirrOlure She Dog or any “walk-the-dog” stickbait are drawing aggressive blowups.

    Redfish have been thick, with most running 5 to 10 pounds and a good number of bulls showing up. Gold spoons, especially the old Johnson Silver Minnow, and weedless swimbaits have been producing well. If you’re after bait fishing, fresh or frozen shrimp is always a winner for both reds and the slot-sized black drum hanging around the marsh cuts.

    Offshore, kingfish and blackfin tuna have been pushing into shallower waters, and a few random mahi and even sailfish have been reported near the blue-green color change out around 300 feet. Still, the majority of action is inshore for now.

    Hotspots to hit today: Try the grass edges and oyster reefs in the Biloxi Marsh for a mixed trout and redfish bag, or target the cut banks and ponds out of Delacroix for solid red action. If the wind picks up, stay close to the protected shorelines in Hopedale.

    So grab your soft plastics, gold spoons, and a few topwater plugs, set the alarm early, and get on the water—fishing is heating up with the springtime surge. That’s all from Artificial Lure—tight lines!
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