Waterside Charters

Waterside Charters runs inshore and nearshore fishing trips on the waters near Charles Lake, Louisiana. This estuary offers great fishing year-round, and you can catch some of the finest species inshore waters offer – Redfish and Spotted Seatrout. You can also hope to reel in Flounder, Tripletail, and other water creatures.

Your guide for the day will be Captain Shane Morein. He is a fully insured captain, with 2 decades of fishing experience under his belt. He likes taking out anglers of all levels of expertise. Kids can learn a great deal about inshore fishing, and novice anglers can test their grip. If you’re a more seasoned fisherman, come along, and try landing a trophy catch.

Capt. Shane will take you out on a 23’ Black Jack center console. It is powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise up to speeds of 50 knots. The boat is rigged with the navigational gadgets and stores a live bait well. It can take up to 4 anglers who will join the captain and head out for fine angling action. If you’re thinking about taking kids on board, just bring life jackets in adequate sizes.

You will be provided with rods, reels, and tackle. You can purchase live bait at an extra cost. You will have plenty of water and ice so bring your specialty drinks on board. The captain will clean and fillet your catch so that you can have a juicy meal after the trip. Bring a cooler to store your catch, or feel free to release it if you will.

The captain can change the meeting point to better work with your schedule and desired route. He will make sure you have a good time on the water, so if you’d like to treat yourself, invite friends, and come along.

Pack sunblock, shades, clothes for the trip, and a camera. Here at Waterside Charters, they love to hear you say “get da net!”



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Afternoon trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    US $700
    On this afternoon trip, you will join Captain Shane and target the finest species of inshore waters – Redfish and Speckled Trout. The captain will bring rods, reels, and tackle. He will clean your catch. Bring a fishing license, and lures of choice. Pack sunscreen, shades, clothing, and shoes for the occasion. Snacks and drinks are available on board. This is a great chance for first-timers to delve into fishing. Kids can learn a lot, and still not get bored or tired.
  • Private trip
    Afternoon Trip– Casino Pickup
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    US $750
    Jump aboard at a pickup point convenient to you and head to the best local spots to target Redfish, Specks and Flounder on this exciting afternoon inshore charter.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $750
    Book this trip if you want to have plenty of time for fishing. These waters offer Redfish, Specks, Flounder, and Tripletail. Captain Shane loves welcoming anglers of all levels. He will provide the fishing gear, and will clean your catch. He'll pick your group up at an agreed location and do what it takes to make sure you have a good time and get you back to the dock safely. Water and ice are on board, pack sunblock, glasses, and come along.
  • Private trip
    Full Day– Casino Pickup
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $800
    Book this trip if you want to have plenty of time for fishing. These waters offer Redfish, Specks, Flounder, and Tripletail. Captain Shane loves welcoming anglers of all levels. He will provide the fishing gear, and will clean your catch. He'll pick your group up at an agreed location and do what it takes to make sure you have a good time and get you back to the dock safely. Water and ice are on board, pack sunblock, glasses, and come along. Pick up times can be adjusted to meet your needs.
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FAQs about Waterside Charters

Waterside Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $700 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon trip (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon Trip– Casino Pickup (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day– Casino Pickup (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Waterside Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Waterside Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (At extra cost (20$/quart) if available)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water included, bring your specialty drinks aboard)

Waterside Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Waterside Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Waterside Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Meet the Charter Operator

Waterside Charters
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
ID & license verified
87 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2017
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Shane has been fishing the waters of Calcasieu Lake for over 20 years. Fully insured and verified, Captain Shane specializes in delivering fun fishing trips in inshore and nearshore waters. He likes taking kids on board, and will put you on the inshore's finest – Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder.

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout
Tripletail Tripletail

Boat specs

Haynie Magnum (Center console) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 300HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
At extra cost (20$/quart) if available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water included, bring your specialty drinks aboard

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
5+
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 87 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing was slow, but Shane was great.
Awesome Trip!!!
Awesome Trip!!!
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Angler rating
79
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Jeff F.
Excellent
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Awesome Trip!!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 29, 2023
Took my 10 year son on his first redfishing trip. He described it as “awesome” to his mom and siblings and “the best...
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Eddie V.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Fishing with Shane

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 19, 2023
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John H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 6, 2023
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Milt R.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Shane

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Casino Pickup (AM) on May 16, 2023
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Matthew M.
Cleveland, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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The Best option hands down!!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on April 15, 2023
Captain Shane communicated promptly to all questions leading up to the trip. He was perfectly prepared and punctual. We did...
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