Gulf Coast Fishing Report: Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder Thrive in Louisiana's Warm Waters

Good morning, anglers! Here’s your fishing report for Saturday, April 12, 2025, focusing on the waters in and around the Gulf of Mexico near Louisiana.

The weather is expected to cooperate today with mild temperatures and light winds. Sunrise was at 6:26 AM, and sunset will occur at 7:16 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get out on the water. The tides today show a significant high tide at 12:02 PM (0.94 ft) and a low at 11:05 PM (0.2 ft), so plan your fishing accordingly.

Fishing activity is ramping up as water temperatures continue to rise, drawing in species like speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. Recently, speckled trout numbers have grown significantly in the Louisiana marsh, especially near Lake Borgne and the Biloxi Marsh. The redfish bite is excellent along nearshore reefs and flats, with many healthy 20–30-inch redfish being caught. Flounder are also being landed in sandy potholes near the grass flats.

For baits and lures, live shrimp and finger mullet remain the top live bait choices, attracting redfish and trout alike. On the artificial side, gold spoons, paddle tail soft plastics, and topwater “walk-the-dog” style lures are highly effective. The Berkley Gulp Shrimp and Swimming Mullet, rigged on 1/8 to 1/4 ounce jig heads, are yielding excellent results. Spinnerbaits like the Z-Man ChatterBait have also been productive, particularly in murky waters.

Two hotspots to consider today are Lake Pontchartrain, where trout and redfish are active along bridges and passes, and the marshy areas around Delacroix, which are holding plentiful redfish and the occasional black drum.

As always, keep a close eye on the weather, respect local regulations, and have a great day on the water! Tight lines!

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