Redfish Fishing in New Orleans
Louisiana
Redfish is one of the species anglers target most around New Orleans, Louisiana. MyFishingBuds matches you with local anglers who chase Redfish on Delacroix marsh and Hopedale / Biloxi Marsh so you can share a boat, split costs, and learn the water faster.
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Redfish at a glance
- Scientific name
- Sciaenops ocellatus
- IGFA record
- 94.2 lbs
- Max length
- 65 in
- Preferred water temp
- 55–85°F
When to fish New Orleans
The marsh fishes year-round. Fall and winter (October through February) are the marquee redfish months — cooler, clearer water pushes reds into the ponds where you can sight-fish them, including trophy bull reds. Speckled trout fish best in the spring and summer around the outer bays and passes. Summer is offshore season out of Venice — yellowfin tuna at the rigs, plus mahi, wahoo, and marlin. Louisiana's marsh can be affected by wind and river levels more than tide, so a local buddy who reads the conditions is a real advantage.
→ Today's best fishing times in New Orleans (sunrise, sunset & moon)Where to fish for Redfish in New Orleans
- 📍 Delacroix marsh
- 📍 Hopedale / Biloxi Marsh
- 📍 Lafitte
- 📍 Lake Pontchartrain
- 📍 Venice (offshore, ~1.5 hr S)
🪪 Louisiana fishing license
Anglers targeting Redfish in New Orleans need a valid Louisiana fishing license. Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our complete guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
Louisiana fishing license cost 2026 →Redfish in New Orleans: FAQ
Do I need a fishing license to catch Redfish in New Orleans?▾
Yes. Anglers fishing in New Orleans need a valid Louisiana fishing license (with the right freshwater or saltwater privileges for where you fish). Resident, non-resident, and short-term options are all available — see our Louisiana guide for current 2026 prices and direct purchase links.
When is the best time to fish for Redfish near New Orleans?▾
The marsh fishes year-round. Fall and winter (October through February) are the marquee redfish months — cooler, clearer water pushes reds into the ponds where you can sight-fish them, including trophy bull reds. Speckled trout fish best in the spring and summer around the outer bays and passes. Summer is offshore season out of Venice — yellowfin tuna at the rigs, plus mahi, wahoo, and marlin. Louisiana's marsh can be affected by wind and river levels more than tide, so a local buddy who reads the conditions is a real advantage.
How do I find a Redfish fishing buddy in New Orleans?▾
Create a free MyFishingBuds profile, set Redfish as a target species, and pick New Orleans as your area. You'll be matched with nearby anglers who target the same species and fish a similar style, so you can plan a trip, share a boat, and split the costs.
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