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!
FAQs about Gills & Bills Guide Service
- $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)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks
- Lake Fishing
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Speckled Trout
About the Captain
2 Fishing Reports |
41 Customer reviews |
Response time 3 hours |
Member since May 2016 |
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Haynie (Center console) originally built in 2018. Powered by a 350HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.
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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.
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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:



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