If you’re looking for a fishing trip of a lifetime that you will never forget, Gills & Bills Guide Service can make it happen. This is a professional charter service in Lake Charles, Louisiana run by Captain Conlon Brashear. Capt. Conlon is a very experienced guide that has been fishing the lake his entire life, and loves satisfying his customers by putting them on the fish.

Come aboard his 24’ Haynie center console boat, which can accommodate up to 4 anglers. It is powered by a 225 HP Mercury engine, and is equipped with GPS and fishfinder. Its spacious deck will allow you to tackle any of the species found in these waters in comfort.

Lake Charles is home to the best fishing estuary in Louisiana, known as Big Lake or Calcasieu Lake. This place is known for its trophy Trout, big Bull Reds, and an abundance of Flounder. Other species you may encounter include Sheepshead, Black Drum, and Tripletail.

Capt. Conlon offers a variety of trips. For those looking for something more relaxing, there are scenic boating trips up the Calcasieu River. Regular bookings hold up to 4 people per boat, but the captain can also accommodate more guests.

All trips include fishing gear, tackle, and bait, as well as catch cleaning. As an added bonus, all guests will receive a free hat upon arrival.

Pick up is at Hebert’s Marina or Calcasieu Point Marina is recommended, while pick up and drop off (by boat) can be organized from Lauberge and Golden Nugget Casinos.

The possibilities are endless with Gills & Bills Guide Service, so come and have an amazing time in these prolific waters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $600
    This is a morning trip that will have you targeting Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Drum, Sheepshead, and more. All fishing gear, tackle, and bait is included, as well as catch cleaning, and you'll get a free shirt upon arrival. Cast and blast can also be arranged.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    $600
    This afternoon trip will have you targeting Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Drum, Sheepshead and more. All fishing gear, tackle, and bait is included, as well as catch cleaning, and a free shirt upon arrival. Cast and blast can be arranged as well.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    $700
    Come along on this 8-hour day trip where you will target Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Drum, Sheepshead and more. All fishing gear, tackle and bait is included, as well as cleaning, and a free shirt upon arrival. For cast and blast, let your captain know.
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FAQs about Gills & Bills Guide Service

Gills & Bills Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • $600 per group, additional $175 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $600 per group, additional $175 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $700 per group, additional $200 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Gills & Bills Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Gills & Bills Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks

Gills & Bills Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Gills & Bills Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Gills & Bills Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

About the Captain

Conlon Brashear
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
2 Fishing Reports
41 Customer reviews
Response time 3 hours
Member since May 2016
I love entertaining people and teaching them how to fish and have fun while doing it.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Haynie (Center console) originally built in 2018. Powered by a 350HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
Checks

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Recent Fishing Reports

Kids on the reds
Kids on the reds
May 23, 2023
Always enjoy watching the youngins fight red fish all morning i think this boy is hooked for life
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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (35)
Full Day trip
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
88%
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Scott F.
Weatherford, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience fishing.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 18, 2022
We did not limit out but we had a great time and our guide kept us in area with some great fish and minimal people traffic....
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TIM R.
Georgetown, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full Day trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on October 10, 2022
Had a blast. Captain Andrew was one hell of a guide. Action all day long and very helpful with my girlfriend who was (not anymore)...
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Curry N.
Niederwald, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with Jordan

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 12, 2022
Capt Conlon was not able to make the trip, so he had his brother Jordan fill in. We booked a half day trip and had a good day...
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Ali D.
Dallas, Texas
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Conlon

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 28, 2023
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Milo M.
Shenandoah, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 12, 2023
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