Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC 

4.9/5 (85 reviews)
 
State licensed
 3955 Henry Pugh Boulevard, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States

Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (85)
 Angler's Choice
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3955 Henry Pugh Boulevard
Lake Charles, LA, United States
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"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!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (185)

October fishing trip
Fishing with Bradley
Fishing with Bradley
+182

Angler rating

81
4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 85 reviews
Showing: 5 of 85 reviews
Shelley P.
Shelley P.
5.0/5

Oct 10, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Phenomenal First Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

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...  

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 Shelley P. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
 Shelley P. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 12, 2025
heck yeah glad yall had a great time. thank you for booking with me. look forward to our next adventure

Michael L.
Michael L.
5.0/5

Feb 16, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Great Guide and First Mate

VERIFIED

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
 Michael L. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
 Michael L. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 17, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting yall and we really enjoyed talking to yall. Thank yall for booking with us!

Heather H.
Heather H.
5.0/5

Jun 4, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

One fish, two fish, red fish, you fish

VERIFIED

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...  

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Captain replied
 Heather H. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
 Heather H. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
It was a pleasure having the two of you. Glad y’all had a blast! Thank you for booking with me.

Juan S.
Juan S.
5.0/5

Jul 24, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

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....  

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Captain replied
 Juan S. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
 Juan S. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 24, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting yall. And thank you for booking with us

Aaron A.
Aaron A.
5.0/5

Jun 9, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Fishing trip was great! You must book!

VERIFIED

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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Captain replied
 Aaron A. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
 Aaron A. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 10, 2025
Thank yall for booking with us! Glad y’all had a great time. Y’all were awesome. It was great meeting yall

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
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5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Casino Pickup
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip – Casino Pickup
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 85 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (185)

October fishing trip
Fishing with Bradley
Fishing with Bradley
+182

Angler rating

81
4
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 85 reviews
Showing: 5 of 85 reviews
Shelley P.
Shelley P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Phenomenal First Trip

VERIFIED
NEW

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 🤣  

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 Shelley P. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 12, 2025
heck yeah glad yall had a great time. thank you for booking with me. look forward to our next adventure

Michael L.
Michael L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Guide and First Mate

VERIFIED

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...  

 Michael L. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 17, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting yall and we really enjoyed talking to yall. Thank yall for booking with us!

Heather H.
Heather H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

One fish, two fish, red fish, you fish

VERIFIED

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.  

Review media 0
Review media 1
 Heather H. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 5, 2025
It was a pleasure having the two of you. Glad y’all had a blast! Thank you for booking with me.

Juan S.
Juan S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

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.  

Review media 0
Review media 1
 Juan S. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 24, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting yall. And thank you for booking with us

Aaron A.
Aaron A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip was great! You must book!

VERIFIED

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!  

Review media 0
 Aaron A. recommends Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 10, 2025
Thank yall for booking with us! Glad y’all had a great time. Y’all were awesome. It was great meeting yall

FAQs about Cat 5 Fishing Charters LLC

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Tidewater
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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