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Fishing Forecast New Orleans April 11 2025 - Redfish, Trout, and More Biting in the Gulf
Published 1 year ago
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It’s a great morning here in New Orleans on Friday, April 11, 2025, and the Gulf of Mexico is calling all anglers! Today’s sunrise was at 6:37 AM, and the sun will set at 7:25 PM, giving us plenty of time to hit the waters. The weather is warm and pleasant with light winds – perfect conditions for fishing. Let’s dive into the details for the day.
The tides are active today with a low tide at 2:33 AM (0.25 ft), a high tide peaking at 8:51 AM (0.29 ft), another minor low tide at 9:52 AM, followed by a higher evening tide around 7:00 PM (0.44 ft). This tidal movement is ideal for targeting feeding fish, particularly during the morning high tide and the evening surge.
The fishing activity in the area has been promising. Redfish and speckled trout are biting well, especially in the marshes and flats near Lake Pontchartrain and lower Barataria Bay. Some anglers have reported nice catches of sheepshead around structures and drum closer to the deeper passes. Offshore, cobia and snapper are making their rounds, with some anglers catching limits near the oil rigs.
For bait, live shrimp continues to be the top choice for inshore fishing, working wonders on redfish, trout, and sheepshead. Mud minnows and pinfish are effective alternatives, especially if targeting drum. For artificial lures, gold spoons and soft plastic paddle tails (in natural or pearl colors) are a hit in the shallow flats. Topwater plugs are also producing explosive strikes early in the morning.
If you're looking for hotspots, consider heading to Bayou Bienvenue for inshore action. The Chandeleur Sound is another solid choice, offering great fishing for trout and redfish. For offshore enthusiasts, the rigs off Grand Isle are holding a mix of snapper and cobia.
With the favorable tides and active fish, today’s shaping up to be a fantastic day for angling. Grab your gear, pick your spot, and enjoy the thrill of reeling them in! Tight lines!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.
The tides are active today with a low tide at 2:33 AM (0.25 ft), a high tide peaking at 8:51 AM (0.29 ft), another minor low tide at 9:52 AM, followed by a higher evening tide around 7:00 PM (0.44 ft). This tidal movement is ideal for targeting feeding fish, particularly during the morning high tide and the evening surge.
The fishing activity in the area has been promising. Redfish and speckled trout are biting well, especially in the marshes and flats near Lake Pontchartrain and lower Barataria Bay. Some anglers have reported nice catches of sheepshead around structures and drum closer to the deeper passes. Offshore, cobia and snapper are making their rounds, with some anglers catching limits near the oil rigs.
For bait, live shrimp continues to be the top choice for inshore fishing, working wonders on redfish, trout, and sheepshead. Mud minnows and pinfish are effective alternatives, especially if targeting drum. For artificial lures, gold spoons and soft plastic paddle tails (in natural or pearl colors) are a hit in the shallow flats. Topwater plugs are also producing explosive strikes early in the morning.
If you're looking for hotspots, consider heading to Bayou Bienvenue for inshore action. The Chandeleur Sound is another solid choice, offering great fishing for trout and redfish. For offshore enthusiasts, the rigs off Grand Isle are holding a mix of snapper and cobia.
With the favorable tides and active fish, today’s shaping up to be a fantastic day for angling. Grab your gear, pick your spot, and enjoy the thrill of reeling them in! Tight lines!
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This episode includes AI-generated content.