Waterside Charters 

4.9
(100 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Henry Pugh Boulevard, Lake Charles, LA 70605, United States–

Waterside Charters 

Lake Charles, LA, United States
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25 ft
4
4.9
(100 reviews)

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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!'

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!'

Waterside Charters
Charter Operator
Waterside Charters
9 years of experience

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Afternoon trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:30 PM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Afternoon Trip– Casino Pickup
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:30 PM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day– Casino Pickup
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
100 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (144)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (100)

  • Deljon Lister
    Deljon Lister
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a ton of fun! Catching Reds and Trout

    Full Day Trip on October 12, 2026 • 2 adults
  • William Daniels
    William Daniels
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    excellent & family had a great time

    Full Day Trip on March 20, 2026 • 3 adults

    highly recommend

  • Doug Patterson
    Doug Patterson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun & Productive trip out of Hackberry

    Full Day Trip on April 9, 2025 • 2 adults

    Had a great day of fishing with Captain Devin. He is a knowledgeable captain with excellent experience, willing to work hard to put you on the fish and adapt to your fishing skills. We got a nice mess of fish (specks, redfish, flounder, black drum) and also got to have a tug of war with a nice 34" bull red which we let go after her morning exercise :). We had to work at it and Captain Devin covered a lot of different fishing spots and methods to get our success. Will definitely look him up for our next trip there.

  • Jeff Fortune
    Jeff Fortune
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Trip!!!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 29, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Took my 10 year son on his first redfishing trip. He described it as “awesome” to his mom and siblings and “the best weekend ever.” He was so excited to tell all his friends and show all his pictures at school today. Captain Shane was very friendly, helpful, and most importantly put us on some redfish! Having kids of his own, Capt Shane is great with explaining everything to the kids so they can be successful and have a memorable experience. Great trip and can’t wait to get back out on the water in the Spring!

  • Tony Elias
    Tony Elias
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    8 hr trip with captain Devin

    Full Day Trip on July 17, 2023 • 3 adults

    We were after Bull Reds. For my 66th birthday we chartered a boat. Captain Devin was great he took us right to the big reds. Fished with crabs and you see the results. The first one I fought broke my brand new $100.00 rod after that I used his gear that was provided. That’s when I caught the fish of a lifetime. Both of my sons caught one then we were out of bait. Once in a lifetime trip that wasn’t wasted. Like most of my trips turn out. Thanks Captain Devin for a successful trip. Tony, Anthony, and Jason.

  • Gail Bass
    Gail Bass
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    First father and son fishing trip, and we had a blast with Capt Shane.

    5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 8, 2022 • 2 adults

    I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed our trip. The boat was spotless, the equipment and tackle was topnotch, and Capt. Shane made us feel right at home. My son had never done this kind of fishing before and Capt Shane has him looking like a pro by the time we left. On the drive home i asked my son if he'd like to do that again and very quickly he replied "Only if we can go with Capt Shane again"! So Capt Shane looks like we will be seeing you again next summer. It was an amazing trip, memory of a life time, and I would highly recommend booking a trip with Westside Charters and Capt Shane I promise you won't regret it.

  • Audra Atzger
    Audra Atzger
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Action Packed Day!

    Full Day– Casino Pickup on August 5, 2024 • 4 adults • 1 child

    What a day we had on our family fishing trip! It was hot but we never noticed cause we were so busy reeling in the big fish! We had the best time and already can’t wait to book another trip and go back!

  • Jai Credeur
    Jai Credeur
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great first trip

    Full Day Trip on June 20, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 children

    This was our famlies first every trip. They had a great time and lots of fun. Captain Billy was great to have as a first guide. He really helped the kids. Thank you for taking us and making it memorable trip.

  • Joe Knez
    Joe Knez
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Captain Mike

    Afternoon trip on July 5, 2023 • 4 adults

    Great day on the water. Captain Mike had great knowledge of the lake having grown up fishing it. He was able to put us in all the right places to catch a variety of different species. We had a great time and after just four hours my family of four had all caught enough fish to be very content. Do yourself a favor and book a trip with Waterside Charters.

  • Cassie Stewart
    Cassie Stewart
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Afternoon trip with Captain Shane

    Afternoon trip on August 2, 2022 • 3 adults

    We spent the afternoon and evening on Captain Shane's boat, and it was an absolute blast. He exceeded our expectations by far in taking care of us during our trip and making sure we had everything we needed. He made sure to educate us on all aspects of fishing this area from bait to the different types of fish, when and where to catch them, and threw in a few "tips for the day!" Highly recommend and plan to go again sooner than later!

FAQs about Waterside Charters

Waterside Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon trip (6 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Afternoon Trip– Casino Pickup (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - Full Day– Casino Pickup (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Waterside Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Waterside Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (At extra cost (20$/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

Your operator

Waterside Charters
Waterside Charters
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
100 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since July 2017
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.
Waterside Charters
Waterside Charters
100
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
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.

The fish you can target

Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers proudly holding redfish aboard a fishing boat in a coastal marsh setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Deljon L.
    Deljon L.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Speckled Trout on the bow of a boat, with a casino backdrop in a coastal fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Larry B.
    Larry B.
    Captain Shane is great captain and would highly recommend booking a trip with him. Will catch fishing and enjoy yourself. 
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    William D.
    William D.
    highly recommend
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Doug P.
    Doug P.
    Had a great day of fishing with Captain Devin. He is a knowledgeable captain with excellent experience, willing to work hard to put you on the fish and adapt to your fishing skills. We got a nice mess of fish (specks, redfish, flounder, black drum) and also got to have a tug of war with a nice 34" bull red which we let go after her morning exercise :). We had to work at it and Captain Devin covered a lot of different fishing spots and methods to get our success. Will definitely look him up for our next trip there.
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying a Redfish caught during a fishing trip in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Scott L.
    Scott L.
    Captain Shane does an awesome job.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Audra A.
    Audra A.
    What a day we had on our family fishing trip! It was hot but we never noticed cause we were so busy reeling in the big fish! We had the best time and already can’t wait to book another trip and go back!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large red drum while fishing from a center-console boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Jai C.
    Jai C.
    This was our famlies first every trip. They had a great time and lots of fun. Captain Billy was great to have as a first guide. He really helped the kids. Thank you for taking us and making it memorable trip.
  • A group of anglers displaying a variety of fish, including Black Drum and Flounder, arranged neatly on a cleaning station after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Stan P.
    Stan P.
    Morning rain delayed the start, but we fished hard all day and had a great time with family
  • A proud father and son duo displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a calm waterway, showcasing a memorable family fishing experience.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jeff F.
    Jeff F.
    Took my 10 year son on his first redfishing trip. He described it as “awesome” to his mom and siblings and “the best weekend ever.” He was so excited to tell all his friends and show all his pictures at school today. Captain Shane was very friendly, helpful, and most importantly put us on some redfish! Having kids of his own, Capt Shane is great with explaining everything to the kids so they can be successful and have a memorable experience. Great trip and can’t wait to get back out on the water in the Spring!
  • Angler casting a green-handled cast net from the bow of a fishing boat in calm inshore waters.
    Richard H.
    Richard H.
    Shane Morein was Excellent, he put us on fish and was perfect and professional! If you get a chance go fish with Shane!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Haynie Magnum
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
At extra cost (20$/quart) if available
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water included, bring your specialty drinks aboard

How cancellations work

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

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

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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Lake Charles right now

FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TripletailTripletail

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