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Waterside Charters
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Waterside Charters

Lake Charles, United States
100+ reviews
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.

Charter

Rating

4.9
100 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (100)

Showing 1 – 5 of 100 reviews
  • Robert Cox
    Robert Cox
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Memorable fishing trip

    Full Day Trip • 3 adults

    We had a fun fishing trip. I took my son fishing as well as his friend who had never been saltwater fishing. We had lots of action everywhere we went. Captin Austin worked hard to get us on the fish. I would definitely reccomend this trip to others.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
  • Larry Breeden
    Larry Breeden
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Shane

    Full Day– Casino Pickup • 2 adults

    Captain Shane is great captain and would highly recommend booking a trip with him. Will catch fishing and enjoy yourself. 

    Response from Charter operator

  • Deljon Lister
    Deljon Lister
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    We had a ton of fun! Catching Reds and Trout

    Full Day Trip • 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 • 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 • 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.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Flounder

Real catches shared by our community

  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    Two anglers proudly holding redfish aboard a fishing boat in a coastal marsh setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Deljon L.
    Deljon L.
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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. 
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    William D.
    William D.
    highly recommend
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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.
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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.
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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!
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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.
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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!
  • Waterside Charters
    Waterside ChartersLake Charles, LA
    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's biting with Waterside Charters in Lake Charles

November is when the magic happens at Lake Charles and Prien Lake. If you want to catch that trophy Trout, now is the perfect time. Redfishing near shore is also great.

Top catches for November