Captain
Mitchel Haydel

Member since January 2024 New Orleans, United States
Background
Capt. Mitchel runs trips out of Franks Marina in Barataria, LA aboard a 24ft Bay boat. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass, Black Drum, Flounder, and Redfish and he will show you how to catch them, whether you prefer light tackle or popping. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

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New Orleans, United States
Background
Capt. Mitchel runs trips out of Franks Marina in Barataria, LA aboard a 24ft Bay boat. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass, Black Drum, Flounder, and Redfish and he will show you how to catch them, whether you prefer light tackle or popping. With years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(118 reviews)
Angler's choice
New Orleans
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $495

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Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 118 reviews
Boat
Excellent
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Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Lisa H.
Excellent
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Amazing day!

VERIFIED   Mid Day Trip on March 12, 2025
We would HIGHLY recommend Mitch as your captain!ย  Not only did we get to fish, but he is so knowledgeable about the area as...
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Isaiah T.
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The Black Bill Dance

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2025
Man what a great trip and cool guy! If you want to catch fish and have a great time, heโ€™s your guy!
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Kristi E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Top notch captain

VERIFIED   Mid Day Trip on June 9, 2025
This was a ladies trip and we were escorted by a true gentleman. Mitch is fantastic!! He has a nice ride, up to date equipment...
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Elizabeth K.
Excellent
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Capt. Mitch is the best!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 3, 2025
We were 4 friends visiting from out of state and booked a trip with Capt. Mitch and we were not disappointed! He worked so...
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DOUGLAS B.
Excellent
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Fantastic fishing trip with Captain Mitch

VERIFIED   Mid Day Trip on February 23, 2025
We had a wonderful trip with Captain Mitch.ย  He put us on fish within the first few minutes.ย  We caught so many huge fish...
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