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Discover year-round fishing on Charles Lake with Waterside Charters - Book Now!

Waterside Charters offers inshore and nearshore fishing trips near Charles Lake, Louisiana. This estuary provides excellent fishing opportunities year-round, with a variety of prized species such as Redfish and Spotted Seatrout available in the inshore waters. You may also have the chance to catch Flounder, Tripletail, and other aquatic creatures.

Your guide for the day will be Captain Shane Morein, an insured captain with over 20 years of fishing experience. Captain Shane welcomes anglers of all skill levels, including children who can learn the ropes of inshore fishing and beginners who can test their skills. If you're an experienced fisherman, join the trip for a chance to land a trophy catch.

The fishing adventure will take place on a 23' Black Jack center console boat powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine. This speedy boat can reach speeds of up to 50 knots and is equipped with navigation devices and a live bait well. It can accommodate up to 4 anglers, joining Captain Shane for an exciting fishing experience. Don't forget to bring properly-sized life jackets if you plan to bring kids onboard.

Fishing gear including rods, reels, and tackle will be provided. Live bait is available for purchase at an additional cost. Plenty of water and ice will be provided, so you can bring your own preferred drinks onboard. Captain Shane will clean and fillet your catch, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal after the trip. Remember to bring a cooler if you plan to keep your catch, or release them back into the water if desired.

Captain Shane can adjust the meeting point and route to better suit your schedule and preferences. Your satisfaction and enjoyment on the water are his top priority, so feel free to invite friends and have a fantastic time. Don't forget to pack essentials such as sunscreen, sunglasses, appropriate clothing, and a camera. Waterside Charters looks forward to hearing you exclaim, "get da net!"

How to get there?

Available fish species

Flounder
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Tripletail

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Waterside Charters?

Waterside Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • $600 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 5-Hour Morning Trip
  • $600 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 5-Hour Afternoon Trip
  • $700 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 5-Hour Casino Pickup Morning Trip
  • $700 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 5-Hour Casino Pickup Afternoon Trip
  • $750 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 8-Hour Trip
  • $800 per group, with an additional $150/person after 3 guests - 8-Hour Casino Pickup Trip

Which amenities are available onboard with Waterside Charters?

When you book a trip with Waterside Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

What's included in the trip price with Waterside Charters?

Trips booked with Waterside Charters include the following amenities:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (At an additional cost of $20 per quart, subject to availability)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water is provided, but feel free to bring your own specialty drinks)

What types of fishing does Waterside Charters offer?

Waterside Charters provides the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

What fishing techniques does Waterside Charters offer?

Waterside Charters specializes in the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Which fish species can I catch with Waterside Charters?

Waterside Charters focuses on targeting the following fish species:

  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail