Updated: Thursday, November 12, 2026 · Next update: Thursday, November 19, 2026
This Louisiana fishing report is a seasonal outlook for the week of November 12, built from forecasts and seasonal patterns rather than verified dock counts. Baton Rouge forecasters expect two fronts, one Thursday and a reinforcing push Friday, with weekend lows near the 30s, while New Orleans forecasters see sunny weekend weather before a system out of Texas brings possible rain Monday. Fronts like these typically pull speckled trout inside and concentrate redfish in marsh drains.
What’s Hitting
Speckled trout move from open bays into marsh channels, bayous and deeper canals as water cools. Redfish gather in marsh drains and ponds, especially as water falls. Black drum are found around structure and oyster reefs. Sheepshead appear around rigs and structure. Bull reds may still be found near passes. Flounder are migrating toward the passes, and speckled trout often stack in deeper bayou holes during cold mornings. Redfish are especially concentrated in marsh drains on falling water.
Where to Find Them
Marshes around Hopedale, Delacroix and Lafitte hold trout and redfish. The Rigolets and Chef Menteur Pass concentrate fish with moving water. Lake Pontchartrain bridges offer structure for trout and drum. Grand Isle provides access to passes and surf. Lake Borgne’s shorelines and the Biloxi Marsh offer protected water and good redfish habitat. The Delacroix and Hopedale marshes are especially productive when the water drops. Bayou Bienvenue and the Intracoastal Waterway provide deeper refuges for trout.
Tides & Conditions
Northwest wind behind the front will push water out of the marsh, concentrating fish in deeper channels. The weekend should be sunny, with possible rain Monday. Expect cold mornings and clear water. Clear, cold water after the front may make fish cautious. Calm afternoons can warm shallow ponds and improve redfish activity. Expect stronger currents near the passes after the new moon.
Tackle & Tactics
For trout, use soft plastics under popping corks or live shrimp. Redfish respond to spinnerbaits, gold spoons or cut bait. Black drum prefer crab or shrimp on the bottom. Use slower presentations after the front. For flounder, use soft plastics or live minnows dragged near the bottom. Keep lighter leaders for clear water, and slow down retrieves after the front.
Local Intel This Week
Public launches in Hopedale and Delacroix provide access to marshes. The Rigolets area has bank access. Grand Isle State Park offers a fishing pier and beach access. Check current state and federal regulations and seasons before keeping fish. Watch for low water in the marsh. The Lafitte area has several public launches. Leeville and Fourchon offer access to the outer marsh. Dress warmly for weekend mornings and monitor the Monday system.
This Week’s Tip
Fish marsh drains on falling tides, where redfish gather as water leaves the marsh. Use a slow presentation along the edges of drains, and keep the boat at a distance to avoid spooking fish in shallow water.
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