Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing 

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 5135 Northwest 7th Street, Miami, FL 33126, United States–

Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing 

Miami, FL, United States
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19 ft
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Welcome to Bassin' with Capt. Lou - South Florida bass fishing made easy, fun, and memorable.

I am a South Florida native and lifelong bass addict with 35+ years chasing trophy Largemouth and colorful Miami Peacock Bass. Whether you are brand new, bringing the family, or you are an experienced angler looking to dial in local patterns, my goal is simple: help you catch fish, learn something, and have a blast on the water.

WHERE WE FISH

Miami Urban Canals: the famous Peacock Bass bite and steady action

Florida Everglades: classic largemouth + peacock water with wild scenery

YOUR RIDE

You will fish from my sleek and spacious 19' 2019 Vexus bass boat powered by a reliable Mercury ProXS 115. It cruises comfortably and lets you enjoy the scenery while we hop between high-odds areas.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Top-shelf rods and reels (adult and kid setups)

Tackle and hands-on coaching from the first cast

Ice and bottled water

Bring your favorite gear if you like - I will gladly help you put it to work.

BAIT OPTIONS
Live shiners are available for an additional cost when you want maximum bites, especially for peacocks and tough conditions. Artificial lures are welcome too - we can tailor the day to your style.

IMPORTANT NOTES

A valid Florida freshwater fishing license is required before the trip

Snacks/food are not provided (you are welcome to bring your own)

Gratuity is not included but is always appreciated

Deposits are non-refundable once trip-related expenses have been incurred

Ready to chase big bass and make some memories? Pick your location and trip length and let's get you on the water. Book your Miami, Everglades, or Lake Ida adventure today!

MEETUP & STYLE
Meetup locations are confirmed after booking for Miami, or the Everglades. Beginners and kids welcome. I will help you land fish, take
photos, and keep things relaxed while we focus on key spots and steady action.

Se habla Español

Welcome to Bassin' with Capt. Lou - South Florida bass fishing made easy, fun, and memorable.

I am a South Florida native and lifelong bass addict with 35+ years chasing trophy Largemouth and colorful Miami Peacock Bass. Whether you are brand new, bringing the family, or you are an experienced angler looking to dial in local patterns, my goal is simple: help you catch fish, learn something, and have a blast on the water.

WHERE WE FISH

Miami Urban Canals: the famous Peacock Bass bite and steady action

Florida Everglades: classic largemouth + peacock water with wild scenery

YOUR RIDE

You will fish from my sleek and spacious 19' 2019 Vexus bass boat powered by a reliable Mercury ProXS 115. It cruises comfortably and lets you enjoy the scenery while we hop between high-odds areas.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Top-shelf rods and reels (adult and kid setups)

Tackle and hands-on coaching from the first cast

Ice and bottled water

Bring your favorite gear if you like - I will gladly help you put it to work.

BAIT OPTIONS
Live shiners are available for an additional cost when you want maximum bites, especially for peacocks and tough conditions. Artificial lures are welcome too - we can tailor the day to your style.

IMPORTANT NOTES

A valid Florida freshwater fishing license is required before the trip

Snacks/food are not provided (you are welcome to bring your own)

Gratuity is not included but is always appreciated

Deposits are non-refundable once trip-related expenses have been incurred

Ready to chase big bass and make some memories? Pick your location and trip length and let's get you on the water. Book your Miami, Everglades, or Lake Ida adventure today!

MEETUP & STYLE
Meetup locations are confirmed after booking for Miami, or the Everglades. Beginners and kids welcome. I will help you land fish, take
photos, and keep things relaxed while we focus on key spots and steady action.

Se habla Español

Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Captain
Luis "Lou" Lagrange
6 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Everglades Action Trip – 3 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri)
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Gar
Bowfin
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
Miami Peacock Bass – 3 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Peacock)
US $475
Entire boat: 2 people
Everglades Bass Fishing – 4 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Miami Peacock Bass – 4 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Peacock)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Afternoon Bass Fishing – 4 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Everglades Bass Fishing – 6 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Miami Peacock Bass – 6 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Peacock)
US $700
Entire boat: 2 people
Everglades Bass – 8 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31 (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
Miami Peacock Bass – 8 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 31 (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat)
Bass (Peacock)
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
3 reviews
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Boat & equipment
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Captain & crew
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Fishing Experience

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Reviews (3)

  • Steve Boruta
    Steve Boruta
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day catchin’ bass!

    Everglades Bass Fishing – 4 Hour on March 24, 2025 • 2 adults

    My son and I had an amazing afternoon catching bass with Capt Lou!! We caught 22+ bass, and Capt Lou set us up perfectly for our skill set and put us on fish! Would definitely do it again next time we’re back in FL!

  • Andrew Geis
    Andrew Geis
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Full day trip with Captain Lou

    Everglades Bass – 8 Hour on March 25, 2022 • 1 adult

    Best guide on the water! I caught 57 peacock and large mouth bass. I highly recommend booking with Captain Lou and look forward to fishing with him again.

  • Matthew Rudnick
    Matthew Rudnick
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip with Capt. Lou

    Miami Peacock Bass – 4 Hour on June 11, 2022 • 1 adult

    Had a great time fishing in the Everglades with Capt. Lou. I highly recommend booking with him. Thank you again for putting me on my first Peacock Bass. If I’m ever in the area again, I will be fishing with Capt. Lou!

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Steve Boruta
Steve Boruta
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Great day catchin’ bass!
Everglades Bass Fishing – 4 Hour on March 24, 2025 • 2 adults

My son and I had an amazing afternoon catching bass with Capt Lou!! We caught 22+ bass, and Capt Lou set us up perfectly for our skill set and put us on fish! Would definitely do it again next time we’re back in FL!

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Response from Captain

Thank you for the kind words Steve. We sure had a fun outing! Thank you for choosing Bassin' with Capt. Lou guide service, and for allowing me to teach you guys what's bass fishing all about in the Everglades! Looking forward to fishing with you guys again! Capt. Lou

Matthew Rudnick
Matthew Rudnick
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Half Day Trip with Capt. Lou
Miami Peacock Bass – 4 Hour on June 11, 2022 • 1 adult

Had a great time fishing in the Everglades with Capt. Lou. I highly recommend booking with him. Thank you again for putting me on my first Peacock Bass. If I’m ever in the area again, I will be fishing with Capt. Lou!

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Response from Captain

Mathew, I am happy you had a great time, thank you for choosing AE guide service for your Everglades fishing experience. Looking forward to fishing with you again. Capt Lou

Andrew Geis
Andrew Geis
us
Florida, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Full day trip with Captain Lou
Everglades Bass – 8 Hour on March 25, 2022 • 1 adult

Best guide on the water! I caught 57 peacock and large mouth bass. I highly recommend booking with Captain Lou and look forward to fishing with him again.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Response from Captain

We had a fun outing that's for sure!! Thank you!!

FAQs about Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing

Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Everglades Action Trip – 3 Hour (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Miami Peacock Bass – 3 Hour (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Afternoon Bass Fishing – 4 Hour (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Everglades Bass Fishing – 4 Hour (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Miami Peacock Bass – 4 Hour (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Everglades Bass Fishing – 6 Hour (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Miami Peacock Bass – 6 Hour (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Everglades Bass – 8 Hour (8 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Miami Peacock Bass – 8 Hour (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well With an oxygen system to keep live bait 'lively'
Trips booked with Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Guests are welcome to bring their own gear )
  • Lures (Guests are welcome to bring their own lures )
  • Drinks (Water and Ice will be provided )
Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (The Canals of the Florida Everglades & Miami )
Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Bassin' with Capt. Lou – Peacock Bass Fishing include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Bowfin
  • Clown Knife Fish

Your captain

Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Luis "Lou" Lagrange
Miami, Florida, United States
22 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Member since August 2021
Hi, I'm Capt. Luis 'Lou' Lagrange — a South Florida native and lifelong bass angler. I started fishing at 10 years old and never looked back. For the past 25+ years I've focused on what I love most: chasing Florida largemouth and Miami peacock bass in the Everglades and local canals. I'm big on keeping trips fun and productive — whether you're a first-timer, bringing the family, or you've been fishing your whole life. Every day on the water is different, and I take pride in figuring out the bite, teaching simple techniques, and putting you on fish. Let's go make some memories and catch some bass!
Luis  "Lou" Lagrange
Luis "Lou" Lagrange
Fully verified
22
reports
3
reviews
2021
member since
Hi, I'm Capt. Luis 'Lou' Lagrange — a South Florida native and lifelong bass angler. I started fishing at 10 years old and never looked back. For the past 25+ years I've focused on what I love most: chasing Florida largemouth and Miami peacock bass in the Everglades and local canals. I'm big on keeping trips fun and productive — whether you're a first-timer, bringing the family, or you've been fishing your whole life. Every day on the water is different, and I take pride in figuring out the bite, teaching simple techniques, and putting you on fish. Let's go make some memories and catch some bass!

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Bowfin
Bowfin
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Bowfin
Bowfin
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish

Real catches by this captain

  • Great day catchin’ bass!
    Steve B.
    Steve B.
  • Full day trip with Captain Lou
    Andrew G.
    Andrew G.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Vexus
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Mercury Pro XS 4-Stroke
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
With an oxygen system to keep live bait 'lively'
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Guests are welcome to bring their own gear
Lures
Guests are welcome to bring their own lures
Drinks
Water and Ice will be provided

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children as young as 7 yrs old
No alcohol
Catch and release mandatory
Catch and Release for Bass and Peacocks.

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Miami right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)Bass (Peacock)

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Recent fishing reports


Persistence Pays Off With a 6-Pound Ever
Persistence Pays Off With a 6-Pound Ever
October 2, 2026
A recent Everglades outing delivered one of those fish that makes all the practice worthwhile. A longtime fishing buddy has been putting in the time learning how to effectively fish a hollow-body frog, and on this trip everything finally came together. He landed a new personal-best largemouth bass weighing 6 pounds. Conditions were challenging with very high water, which had the fish spread out and made the bite tougher than normal. We still managed several bass, but the 6-pounder was easily the highlight of the day. Moments like this are a great reminder that bass fishing is often about patience, confidence, and sticking with a technique long enough to let it pay off. The Everglades can be unpredictable, but that’s part of what makes every trip different. Tight lines! Capt. Lou
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Miami Peacock Bass Action Staying Strong
Miami Peacock Bass Action Staying Strong
September 28, 2026
Recent trips in the Miami canal system have been producing steady peacock bass action, with good numbers of fish and plenty of quality bites throughout the day. Over the past several outings, we’ve seen consistent double-digit catches, with fish in the 3-pound class showing regularly and a few larger fish making appearances as well. One encouraging trend has been seeing more fish grouped up, which can lead to some fast action when conditions line up. The fall transition is definitely taking shape, and the bite has remained productive across multiple recent trips. Whether you’re an experienced angler or chasing peacock bass for the first time, this is a fun time of year to be on the water in South Florida. Tight lines! Capt. Lou
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Miami Peacock Bass Action Stays Hot Into
Miami Peacock Bass Action Stays Hot Into
September 23, 2026
Peacock Bass fishing across the Miami freshwater canal systems continues to produce steady action as late summer gives way to early fall. Recent trips have been producing consistent numbers of fish, including quality Peacocks in the 3-pound class and occasional opportunities at larger fish. Water temperatures have generally remained in the mid-to-upper 80s, with slightly stained conditions in many areas. We’re still seeing a mix of spawning and post-spawn behavior, so fish have been using a variety of depths throughout the day. Some have been shallow and visible, while others have been relating to deeper canal edges and hard structure. Live bait continues to be very productive for clients, especially around active fish. The biggest key lately has been staying flexible and adjusting as fish reposition through the morning. For anglers visiting South Florida, this remains a great time to experience Miami Peacock Bass fishing. These fish are aggressive, colorful, and put up an incredible fight for their size. Capt. Lou Bassin’ With Capt. Lou Guide Service
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