Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
"Most of the world is covered in water. A fisherman’s job is simple, pick out the best parts."
Cat 5 Fishing Charters is owned and operated by Captain Bradley Laningham, a Lake Charles, Louisiana native. Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler! Where the good times roll, and friends and families of all ages come together to enjoy the moments that turn into memories lasting a lifetime.
Captain Bradley’s mission is to ensure you make great memories and enjoy your time on the water. If you need help casting your rod, he will gladly cast it for you and hand you the fishing rod back. He will do whatever he can to accommodate your needs to get the fish in the boat! You’ll be fishing inshore and nearshore. The saltwater species in the area include Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish (Red Drum), Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, and occasionally Tripletail.
Embark on the fishing trip of a lifetime on a Tidewater 2410 baymax with a 250 HP and enough room for 4 anglers but can accommodate group trips with additional boats. On your trip, you’ll experience fishing with light tackle, and live shrimp can be provided for an additional cost.
You are welcome to bring your own drinks, snacks, sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen. The trips include complimentary bottled water, rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Fish cleaning is no additional fee at the end of the trip.
Note: Gratuity is not included in your fishing trip price. Please remember to tip and thank your guide!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (185)
+182Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
98%
Oct 10, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Phenomenal First Trip
Having never been fishing in the gulf, we booked a trip on a whim. Absolutely great agternoon hooking some legit reds. Only got to take home 1, but hearing those rigs sing with big ones was amazing. Thanks Captn Brad for getting us on some great ones, you’ve definitely helped fuel a new hobby 🤣
Having never been fishing in the gulf, we booked a trip on a whim. Absolutely great agternoon hooking some legit reds. Only got...
Captain replied
Feb 16, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Great Guide and First Mate
Anyone interested in having a first class experience primarily for Specks, Reds, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sand Trout booking Cat 5 for half day as we did or whole day is about as good as it gets. Organized, knowledgeable, sophisticated, professional and very focused on clients having a great experience. Probably the best experience I have had with any guide/crew in 45 years of fishing bays and estuaries of the Louisiana and Texas gulf coast. Very reasonably priced and exceeded my expectations markedly.
Anyone interested in having a first class experience primarily for Specks, Reds, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sand Trout booking...
Captain replied
Jun 4, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
One fish, two fish, red fish, you fish
We had a great time. Caught red fish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and a few other species. Captain Bradley put us on fish right away. When things cooled off, he found us new spots to catch. They even withstood twenty questions and comments from my 10 year old. Great experience. Book the trip.
We had a great time. Caught red fish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and a few other species. Captain Bradley put us on fish right...
Captain replied
Jul 24, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Fishing Trip
Really enjoyed this trip. Our best yet. My friend and I took our two 10 year old novice anglers and we all caught multiple fish. Redfish, Black Drum Sheephead Trout. Captain Bradley its the best. Even cleaned and filleted our fish for us.
Really enjoyed this trip. Our best yet. My friend and I took our two 10 year old novice anglers and we all caught multiple fish....
Captain replied
Jun 9, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Fishing trip was great! You must book!
Capt Bradley and his nephew was nothing short of amazing to fish with. Put us on the fish early on and was patient with my young man who kept slinging bait off every cast. Highly recommend booking your fishing trip with them!
Capt Bradley and his nephew was nothing short of amazing to fish with. Put us on the fish early on and was patient with my young...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (185)
+182Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
98%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Phenomenal First Trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 10, 2025
Having never been fishing in the gulf, we booked a trip on a whim. Absolutely great agternoon hooking some legit reds. Only got to take home 1, but hearing those rigs sing with big ones was amazing. Thanks Captn Brad for getting us on some great ones, you’ve definitely helped fuel a new hobby 🤣
Having never been fishing in the gulf, we booked a trip on a whim. Absolutely great agternoon hooking some legit reds. Only got to take home 1, but hearing those rigs sing with big ones was amazing. Thanks Captn Brad for getting us on some great ones, you’ve definitely helped fuel a new hobby 🤣
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Guide and First Mate
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 16, 2025
Anyone interested in having a first class experience primarily for Specks, Reds, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sand Trout booking Cat 5 for half day as we did or whole day is about as good as it gets. Organized, knowledgeable, sophisticated, professional and very focused on clients having a great experience. Probably the best experience I have had with any guide/crew in 45 years of fishing bays and estuaries of the Louisiana and Texas gulf coast. Very reasonably priced and exceeded my expectations markedly.
Anyone interested in having a first class experience primarily for Specks, Reds, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sand Trout booking Cat 5 for half day as we did or whole day is about as good as it gets. Organized, knowledgeable, sophisticated, professional and very focused on clients having a great experience. Probably the best experience I have had with any guide/crew in 45 years of fishing bays and estuaries of the Louisiana and Texas gulf coast. Very reasonably priced and exceeded my expectations...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
One fish, two fish, red fish, you fish
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 4, 2025
We had a great time. Caught red fish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and a few other species. Captain Bradley put us on fish right away. When things cooled off, he found us new spots to catch. They even withstood twenty questions and comments from my 10 year old. Great experience. Book the trip.
We had a great time. Caught red fish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and a few other species. Captain Bradley put us on fish right away. When things cooled off, he found us new spots to catch. They even withstood twenty questions and comments from my 10 year old. Great experience. Book the trip.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 24, 2025
Really enjoyed this trip. Our best yet. My friend and I took our two 10 year old novice anglers and we all caught multiple fish. Redfish, Black Drum Sheephead Trout. Captain Bradley its the best. Even cleaned and filleted our fish for us.
Really enjoyed this trip. Our best yet. My friend and I took our two 10 year old novice anglers and we all caught multiple fish. Redfish, Black Drum Sheephead Trout. Captain Bradley its the best. Even cleaned and filleted our fish for us.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing trip was great! You must book!
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 9, 2025
Capt Bradley and his nephew was nothing short of amazing to fish with. Put us on the fish early on and was patient with my young man who kept slinging bait off every cast. Highly recommend booking your fishing trip with them!
Capt Bradley and his nephew was nothing short of amazing to fish with. Put us on the fish early on and was patient with my young man who kept slinging bait off every cast. Highly recommend booking your fishing trip with them!
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