Pelican State Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (69 reviews)
 
State licensed
 4916 Fran Lane, Barataria, LA 70036, United States
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Join Pelican State Fishing Charters to go inshore fishing in the Batartaria Basin marsh system. Located close to New Orleans, they offer diverse fishing trips around Lafitte and Barataria. Captain David Terese has been fishing the South Louisiana marsh systems for over 40 years, so you can be sure he knows all the best fishing spots.

Capt. Dave chose the 23’ Ranger saltwater fishing boat because of its smooth ride. The boat is powered by a 225 HP Honda engine and equipped with a trolling motor and anchoring system to give you the best chance of catching a variety of inshore species. It also features a live bait tank and seating for up to 5 anglers.

The crew primarily fishes with artificial lures, although you are welcome to fish with live bait at an extra cost. They use Penn reels and All Star rods. Any fish you decide to keep will be cleaned and filleted for you free of charge at the end of the day.

These are very fish-rich waters, so there’s a variety of species you can target. You’ll test your angling skills against creatures like Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Black Drum, depending on the season and the conditions on the day.

All rods, reels and terminal tackle that you will need throughout your trip are included in the price, and some snacks and drinks are also provided by the captain. All you need to bring is your lunch and a valid Louisiana fishing license.

Capt. Dave will provide an informative and enjoyable trip for anglers of all skill levels. Don’t forget to ask him for his blackened Redfish recipe before you go home!

Come and explore these prolific waters off the coast of Louisiana, and have the fishing adventure of a lifetime!

David Terese

Captain

David Terese

25 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
Price for 2 people
US $650 

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FAQs about Pelican State Fishing Charters

What are the trip rates for Pelican State Fishing Charters?

Pelican State Fishing Charters offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Pelican State Fishing Charters?

When you book a trip with Pelican State Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well At customers request and expense
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
What's included in the trip price with Pelican State Fishing Charters?

Trips booked with Pelican State Fishing Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
What types of fishing does Pelican State Fishing Charters offer?

Pelican State Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing (Bayous and small ponds lakes)
What fishing techniques does Pelican State Fishing Charters offer?

Pelican State Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Pelican State Fishing Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Pelican State Fishing Charters include:

  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Black Drum
  • Catfish
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Weakfish

Your captain

David Terese

Barataria, Louisiana, United States

ID & license verified
69 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2016

Captain Dave has been fishing the South Louisiana marsh systems for over 40 years. he started his charter business after bringing his friends fishing with him every weekend and making friends with many local fishing guides, who respected his fishing style and inspired him to become a USCG licensed charter captain himself.

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Catfish
Catfish
Crab
Crab
Flounder
Flounder
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Weakfish
Weakfish

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Ranger Bay
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Bayous and small ponds lakes

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

At customers request and expense

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

Radio

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Barataria right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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