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23 MAY 2025 · This is Artificial Lure with your Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana fishing report for Friday, May 23, 2025.
Good morning anglers! We're looking at another gorgeous day along our Louisiana coast. Sunrise came in at 6:01 AM and you'll have plenty of daylight until sunset at 7:55 PM. Weather's holding steady with those light winds we've been blessed with all week, making for perfect conditions on the water.
Tide's running with a good morning incoming push, which should fire up the bite especially around those marsh drains and passes. The barometer's stable, and water temps are sitting right in that sweet spot that keeps our fish active and hungry.
Speckled trout fishing remains red hot this May. Boats have been hauling in limits from Lake Borgne to the Biloxi Marsh, with some real nice keepers pushing three pounds. The pattern's been consistent - start with topwaters at first light, then switch to soft plastics under a cork once that sun gets overhead. Matrix Shads in shrimp creole or avocado colors are still producing, and those Vudu shrimp are getting plenty of attention too. If you prefer live bait, you can't go wrong with shrimp or cocahoes right now.
Redfish action has been steady, with plenty of slot-sized fish being caught. Several reports came in this week of nice bulls in the 30-37 inch range, particularly around Hopedale. They're taking cut mullet and cracked crab on the bottom, but also hitting gold spoons in the shallows when sight-fishing.
The big news is that red snapper season is in full swing, with impressive catches coming from the rigs. Most boats targeting the structures in 60-100 feet of water are finding success with fresh pogies or cut bait.
Don't sleep on the bream fishing either - they've started bedding up in the shallows, making for some fun ultra-light action.
Hot spots this weekend? I'd focus on the Biloxi Marsh if you're after those specks. The Shell Beach area has been particularly productive, with several limits reported there just yesterday. For redfish, the marsh drains around Dulac have been firing on the falling tide. And if you're heading offshore, the Mississippi Canyon has been holding some excellent blue water with good conditions for pelagics.
Despite some less than perfect water clarity, the fishing remains impressive across the board. If it's this good now with these conditions, just imagine what we're in for as we move toward summer.
This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines, y'all. Get out there and enjoy our Louisiana waters this weekend!
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21 MAY 2025 · Morning folks, Artificial Lure here with today's fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast, Wednesday May 21st, 2025.
Sun greeted us at about 6:15 AM this morning and we'll have daylight until around 7:30 PM, giving y'all plenty of time to work those honey holes. We're looking at a high tide coming in around midday, which should push some good water into the marshes and get that bait moving along the edges.
Weather's shaping up real nice today - temperatures climbing into the low 80s with water temps holding steady in the mid-70s. We got a light southeast breeze that might pick up a bit in the afternoon, but nothing that should keep you off the water.
The speckled trout bite has been phenomenal lately, especially around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. Folks have been limiting out using Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin soft plastics, with chartreuse and peppered pumpkin patterns really doing the trick. We're seeing some solid keepers in the 2-4 pound range coming in consistently.
Redfish action continues to impress too, despite some less than perfect water conditions. The reds are stacked up along marsh edges and at the mouths of bayous waiting to ambush prey. Gold spoons and popping corks with shrimp are your best bet for these copper beauties.
Over in Lake Charles, the sheepshead bite is on fire right now according to Captain Bradley with Cat 5 Fishing Charters. The lake's been a little muddy but should be clearing up nicely by now, and they're starting to see lots more specks mixing in.
For you offshore folks, big yellowfin tuna are running close in right now, and wahoo are starting to show up in good numbers too. If you're heading to Venice, that's where the action is.
Hot spots this week: Shell Beach has been producing some quality reds, while Cocodrie is your best bet for specks. If you're around Lake Pontchartrain, the bridges have been holding good numbers of fish, especially during the tide changes. For something a little different, Dulac's been giving up some nice drum.
Live shrimp under a cork is always money this time of year, but don't overlook those artificials. Topwater action has been heating up in the early mornings - nothing beats seeing those explosive strikes when a big trout hammers your Skitter Walk.
That's the report for today, May 21st. Remember, a bad day fishing still beats a good day at work. This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time. Tight lines, y'all!
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19 MAY 2025 · This is Artificial Lure with your Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana fishing report for Monday, May 19, 2025. Right now the weather’s sitting nice after a mild front rolled through, skies are clearing, and the wind’s laid down just enough to make for perfect conditions out on the water. Sunrise hit just after 6 AM and you’ll have daylight until sunset around 7:50 PM, giving us a long window to chase these spring fish.
The tides are running strong this week with a good push around midday, which is keeping the bait on the move and the fish right behind it. Water temps are sitting comfortable in the low 70s, and clarity’s holding steady, especially around the marsh edges and outer bays.
Speckled trout are the main show and they’re still stacked up from Lake Borgne down to the Biloxi Marsh. Limits have been coming easy most mornings, with the best bite early and late in the day. Soft plastics on a quarter ounce jighead in opening night or shrimp creole colors have been hot, but live shrimp under a popping cork is putting the big ones in the box too. If you like topwater, the bigger trout are hitting walking baits at first light near oyster reefs and the outer marsh points.
Redfish numbers are strong, though you’ll need to sort through some undersized fish, especially closer to the docks and inside ponds. Bigger bulls are cruising outside the marsh, especially around the shell islands. They’re smashing gold spoons, spinnerbaits, and live mullet or cut bait fished on the bottom. If you’re looking for a tug, target the points with moving water on a falling tide.
Snapper season is open and already putting up some nice boxes offshore. Red snapper are close in right now, and folks running out from Venice and Grand Isle are getting quick limits around rigs and reefs using cut pogies and squid. If you’re feeling adventurous, yellowfin tuna and even some wahoo are showing up not too far past the shelf.
Sheepshead and black drum are hanging around the bridges and pilings, with live shrimp or crab getting the job done. Look for pompano and the occasional tripletail around the floating debris and crab traps near the outside bays.
For hotspots, try the Biloxi Marsh for trout and reds, and the Shell Beach rocks for a nice mix of fish. Offshore, south of Grand Isle and the rigs just out of Venice are both producing snapper, tuna, and more.
That’s your report for today. Tight lines and see you out there.
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18 MAY 2025 · This is Artificial Lure with your Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana fishing report for Sunday, May 18, 2025.
We’ve been blessed with another stretch of classic spring weather along the coast. Sunrise this morning rolled in around 6:03 AM and sunset will close the book at about 7:52 PM, giving anglers a full day of light to work with. Winds are light, temps are comfortable, and the barometer’s steady. Tides are running in our favor, with a good morning incoming push that usually fires up the bite, especially around marsh drains and near passes.
The speckled trout action continues its hot streak this May. Limits are coming steady from Lake Borgne to the Biloxi Marsh and scattered around the outside bays. Most boats are putting plenty of keepers on ice, with some pushing the three-pound mark. Topwater action has been solid at first light, then switching to soft plastics or live shrimp under a cork as the sun gets higher. Matrix Shads in shrimp creole or avocado, as well as Vudu shrimp, have all been getting plenty of looks from hungry trout. If you prefer live bait, shrimp or cocahoes are still gold right now[4].
Redfish are stacked up in the grass beds and cuts. The slot fish are thick, but there are plenty of bull reds just off the beaches and marsh edges. Gold spoons, spinnerbaits, and live mullet or cut pogies are the ticket if you’re hunting a big one. Weed through the rats and you’ll find some bruisers for the grill or the brag board[4].
A few boats getting further offshore are reporting excellent red snapper numbers. The bite is strong over the reefs and rigs. Cut menhaden, squid, and cigar minnows are pulling some solid fish, and the best action is on the early-morning bite window[1].
Sheepshead numbers are tapering but you’ll still find a few hanging around the bridges and rigs, eager for fiddler crabs or shrimp dropped right on their nose.
For hot spots today, I’d point you toward the mouths of Bayou Biloxi and Lake Borgne shoreline for trout and slot reds. Chandeleur Sound is another sure bet for a mix of trout and reds. For those running deep, check the rigs off Grand Isle for snapper.
All in all, it’s a prime day to be on the water. The fish are there—just get out and put your bait where it counts. Tight lines, y’all[1][2][4].
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17 MAY 2025 · This is Artificial Lure checking in with your Saturday morning fishing report for May 17, 2025, covering the Gulf of Mexico and Louisiana coastal waters. The spring bite is rolling strong and conditions are setting up for a banner day on the water.
Let’s start with the weather. Today’s forecast brings mild to moderate southeast winds and plenty of sun, with temperatures hovering in the upper 70s to mid-80s by afternoon. The humidity is up, so bring your sunscreen and plenty of water. Sunrise hit around 6:05 a.m., and we’re looking at sunset just after 7:50 p.m. That gives us long hours to chase fish across the marshes and out in the Gulf.
Tides are moderate, with an early morning incoming tide peaking mid-morning, then spilling to an outgoing that’ll last most of the afternoon. These moving tides should have predator fish pushing bait up onto the flats and into bayou mouths, perfect for anglers aiming for action during those peak flow windows.
Let’s talk fish. Red snapper season just opened and folks offshore are already reporting solid hauls of keepers. Out of Venice and Fourchon, boats are limiting out with snapper ranging from 8 to 20 pounds, and a few cobia and mangrove snapper mixing into the catches[2][1]. Over on the inside, the speckled trout bite is strong in Cocodrie and Hopedale. Multiple anglers brought in limits of keeper trout this week, especially throwing topwater plugs at first light and switching to soft plastics like Matrix Shad once that sun climbs up[2].
Redfish action is classic Louisiana right now. The flooded marsh grass is holding plenty slot reds. They’re hitting gold spoons and live or cut mullet fished tight to the edge of the grass. Sheepshead and black drum are still showing in good numbers around marsh points and oyster reefs. Folks soaking dead shrimp are making quick work of both.
Best baits and lures today: If you’re heading offshore, squid and Boston mackerel chunks are doing work for snapper. For inshore marshes, try a live shrimp under a popping cork for a swing at trout and reds, or go with a chartreuse or glow soft plastic jig if the water’s a little stained. Early risers are still scoring on topwaters like the Heddon Super Spook, especially around oyster-laden points.
Hot spots to hit: Pointe-aux-Chenes and the oyster reefs near Hopedale are producing steady trout action. Closer to the mouth of the Mississippi, the rigs just off South Pass are loaded with red snapper and mangroves. Don’t overlook Lake Borgne for a mixed bag, especially on that mid-morning tide.
All in all, conditions are above average for this time of year, with plenty of clean blue water pushing close to shore and fish responding well to top baits and lures[5][1]. Get out early, work those moving tides, and you’re bound to find some Gulf Coast glory.
Good luck out there, and tight lines from Artificial Lure![2][1][5]
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16 MAY 2025 · Artificial Lure here with your Gulf of Mexico Louisiana fishing report for Friday, May 16, 2025. Today kicked off with a lovely sunrise at 6:10 AM and we’re looking forward to sunset around 7:52 PM. Weather is sticking with that springtime pattern – warm, humid, and a steady breeze coming out of the southeast. We’ve got mostly sunny skies, but keep an eye out for afternoon clouds building. The tides are looking favorable with a moderate incoming push early morning, peaking around 11 AM, then easing off into a gentle outgoing tide in the afternoon. That’ll keep the bait moving and the bite active through midday.
The fish have definitely turned on this week. The red snapper bite offshore has been strong on those deeper rigs and reefs, with plenty of boats limiting out by mid-morning. Inshore marshes and points are loaded up with redfish and speckled trout – the bull reds are breaking up a bit, but slot reds are schooling along the grass edges and oyster bars. Trout are thick along the shell reefs in 2 to 4 feet of water, and the surf bite is red hot too. Sheepshead and black drum are still hanging around the pilings and docks, and even a few flounder have started showing up on soft mud banks.
Live shrimp under a popping cork continues to be the ticket for both trout and reds, with artificial shrimp like the Fish Smack or Vudu Shrimp getting just as many bites. Early mornings have been a topwater dream – walking baits in bone or chrome colors are drawing explosive strikes at sunrise and again near sunset. If you’re chasing trout, lighter jig heads with paddleless plastic tails in purple haze or chartreuse are putting plenty of fish in the box. Folks fishing the bridges and deeper cuts are doing best with cut mullet and crab for drum and sheepshead.
As for hot spots, Delacroix marsh and the mouth of the Mississippi River south of Venice are producing limits of trout and reds, especially where clean water pushes in with the tide. Bayou Bienvenue near Chalmette and the outer bays around Lafitte are both on fire too – look for bait flipping on the surface and the fish won’t be far behind.
To sum it up: the bite is on, the weather’s solid, and the tides are right. Get out there early, follow the bait, and don’t be afraid to move if you’re not getting action. Tight lines and good fishing from Artificial Lure. Get your gear – it’s a good day for the water.
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14 MAY 2025 · Hey there, fellow anglers! This is Artificial Lure coming at you with today's fishing report for May 14, 2025, around the Gulf of Mexico and Louisiana waters.
It's shaping up to be another fantastic day on the water! This morning's sunrise was at 6:08 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:52 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties.
The trout bite has been absolutely on fire this spring! According to what I've been hearing from guides in New Orleans, they've been seeing steady trout action through March, April, and into May, with many folks hitting their limits without breaking a sweat. This trend has continued into mid-May, so get out there while it's hot!
Big news for red snapper enthusiasts - Alabama's season opens next week on May 23rd and runs daily until June 30th. Then they'll switch to weekend fishing. Here in Louisiana, our red snapper season is still going strong, with a generous daily creel limit of four fish per person (16 inches minimum total length). Just remember to have your Louisiana Basic and Saltwater Recreational Fishing Licenses plus your Recreational Offshore Landing Permit before heading out.
Some impressive catches recently include a monster 78-pound catfish caught just last week using skipjack for bait in the backwaters. The yellowfin tuna are also running close to shore right now, and wahoo are starting to show up too - always an exciting time when the wahoo arrive!
For you bait folks, live shrimp and croakers are working wonders for the specks, while cut mullet and menhaden are your best bet for redfish. If you're throwing artificials like yours truly, I'd recommend gold spoons, Gulp! shrimp under a popping cork, or a trusty jighead with a Matrix Shad in the morning.
Hot spots this week include the rigs out of Venice for those yellowfin, the Cocodrie area for speckled trout (several folks have been limiting out there), and Lake Catherine for some nice redfish action. The Delacroix area is also heating up for redfish in the shallow ponds.
Tide is running high in the morning with a mid-day fall, so plan accordingly. The weather's looking mighty fine with light southeast winds at 5-10 knots and temps in the low 80s - perfect fishing weather!
Don't forget your sunscreen and plenty of water. The fish are biting, and it's a great time to be on Louisiana water.
This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines and full ice chests to all y'all!
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12 MAY 2025 · Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Monday, May 12th, 2025 fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast.
The sun greeted us bright and early this morning at 6:19 AM, and we'll have daylight until about 7:22 PM tonight, giving you anglers plenty of time on the water today.
Tide-wise, we're looking at a moderate movement today, with the high tide coming in mid-morning and another cycle in the late afternoon. That sweet spot between tides should create some excellent feeding opportunities, especially around marsh edges and bayou mouths.
Weather's holding steady with these beautiful May patterns we've been enjoying. Water temps have settled nicely between 73-77 degrees throughout the region. Winds are light this morning at about 6-8 knots from the southeast, expected to remain gentle all day. Perfect conditions to get out there!
The fishing has been absolutely on fire lately! Speckled trout action continues to impress around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. Soft plastics have been the ticket, with Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin in chartreuse and peppered pumpkin colors getting consistent strikes. Folks are bringing in solid keeper counts with some nice 2-4 pounders in the mix.
Redfish have been hanging tight to structure and marsh edges. Gold spoons and Gulp shrimp under a popping cork have been deadly effective. Several anglers reported limits of slot reds over the weekend, with a few oversized bulls mixed in for those looking for a fight.
Offshore is heating up too! The Loop Current has pushed some beautiful blue water closer to shore than normal for May. We're seeing yellowfin tuna action picking up, and wahoo are starting to show up in numbers. The big pelagics are running closer to shore than usual, so you don't have to venture as far to get into them.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the Mississippi Canyon area, which is holding some excellent blue water with Loop Current origins. Closer in, the jetties at Grand Isle and the structure around Dulac have been producing steady action. The Cocodrie area has also been red hot for speckled trout.
Bait-wise, live shrimp and croakers are hard to beat if you can get them, but plenty of success to be had with artificial too. Those blue water conditions in the northeastern Gulf extending towards De Soto Canyon look mighty promising for the next few weeks.
That's the report for today, May 12th. Remember, the best time to go fishing is whenever you can! Tight lines, y'all!
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11 MAY 2025 · Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Sunday, May 11th, 2025 fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast.
We're looking at another beautiful day on the water with sunrise already blessing us around 6:18 AM, and we'll have plenty of daylight until sunset at approximately 7:23 PM. That gives y'all nearly 13 and a half hours to get those lines wet.
Tide-wise, we're following a similar pattern to what we saw a couple days back. Expect a high tide approaching midday, with low tide rolling in during the late evening hours. This creates that perfect sweet spot of moderate tidal movement that gets all that bait active and moving along the marsh edges and bayou mouths. Those hungry predators are still stacked up waiting for an easy meal, so position yourself accordingly.
Weather's staying consistent with these warm May patterns we've been enjoying. Water temperatures have settled nicely between 74-77 degrees throughout the region. Winds should be gentle this morning at about 6-8 knots from the southeast, possibly picking up a touch after lunch to 10-12. 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 absolutely on fire this past week, folks! Speckled trout action remains strong around bridges, jetties, and grassy shorelines. Anglers have been reporting solid keeper counts, with some nice 2-4 pounders mixed in. Matrix Shad and Saltwater Assassin soft plastics in chartreuse and peppered pumpkin colors have been producing consistently.
Redfish have been showing up in good numbers too, especially along the marsh edges during moving tides. Gold spoons and popping corks with shrimp have been getting the job done.
For you offshore enthusiasts, the yellowfin tuna bite has been heating up, and we're even seeing wahoo starting to show up closer to shore than usual. This is getting folks mighty excited for wahoo season.
Big catfish have also been making headlines, with several notable catches reported on Louisiana Sportsman just a couple days ago.
For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the Lake Catherine area where some nice reds have been pulled in recently. Cocodrie has been producing some quality speckled trout, and if you're looking to stay close to shore but still want some bigger game, Boothville-Venice area has been reporting some impressive yellowfin.
For those heading to Dulac, several anglers have been having success with both reds and drum lately.
Remember, pick your spots based on that tide movement, keep an eye on those wind patterns, and you should have a cooler full of fish to show for your efforts.
That's your Sunday morning report, folks. Now get out there and enjoy this beautiful Louisiana day on the water!
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10 MAY 2025 · Good morning, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Saturday, May 10th, 2025 fishing report for the Louisiana Gulf Coast.
Sun's been up since about 6:20 AM this morning, and we're looking at decent conditions for getting out on the water today. The weather's holding steady with light winds coming mainly from the south and southeast, giving us some manageable chop on the open water.
The fishing's been real good lately along our coastline. Just yesterday, I was hearing about plenty of speckled trout action, with anglers pulling in some nice two-to-four pounders[3]. The trout bite has been particularly strong on live shrimp under a popping cork, but your favorite soft plastics are working well too, especially along grass lines and in flats with scattered vegetation[5].
Redfish have been holding steady in the back bays and flats, especially areas with scattered grass[5]. They seem to be responding well to cut mullet, and if you're working the shallows, try those Mansfield Knockers that have been producing consistently[5]. For those fishing deeper water along grass lines, Ball Tails and Junior Wigalo's have been the ticket.
The Spanish Mackerel bite has picked up nicely, and we're seeing some decent flounder mixed in with the catches too[4]. The sheepshead action has slowed down a bit from what it was a couple weeks ago, but they're still out there if you know where to look.
For those of you heading offshore, the red snapper bite has been strong with spring conditions treating us right[2]. Make sure you've got all your gear before leaving the dock, as tackle shops have been busy with the season picking up.
As for hot spots, check out Redfish Bay where water temps are holding around 76 degrees[5]. The gas well flats have been particularly productive for trout. Another area worth trying is along the Eastside shoreline where redfish have been spotty but rewarding for those with patience.
The bait has been flooding into the back bays and little drains, which is always a good sign[5]. There's still some freshwater in parts of the system from recent rains, but that should be clearing up soon.
Tides are running about average for May, with a moderate incoming tide through mid-morning and falling through the afternoon.
That's it for today's report, folks. Remember to stay safe out there, keep your lines tight, and let me know what you're catching. This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow's report. Good luck and tight lines!
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Discover the ultimate fishing insights with Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana Daily Fishing Report. Dive into expert tips, weather conditions, and prime fishing spots along the Louisiana coastline. Stay updated on seasonal trends and catch the latest news from local anglers. Perfect for fishing enthusiasts eager to enhance their Gulf of Mexico adventures.
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