Open Water Species Overview

Louisiana’s offshore fishing for blue water pelagics is one of the worlds premier fishing destinations, yet it has been a hidden jewel for some time. That is changing as the word spreads of big yellowfin tuna, plentiful wahoo and big blue marlin. These and many other big game species are abundant around the many structures, like oilrigs, which dot the coast of LA. Now factor in the nutrient rich waters flowing from the Mississippi River that supports a diverse and robust ecosystem. This translates into lots of food for the upper food chain. Normally you would need a passport to tap this phenomenal fishing, but this is in our own backyard. You can bring your own boat or charter one of the many professional captains, but either way, the offshore fishing in Louisiana will blow your mind.

Offshore trolling consists of a wide variety of presentations of baits, lures and teasers from a moving boat. Speeds vary greatly depending on species sought and sea conditions. Live bait trolling is done at a very slow speed; where as pulling lures can be as fast as 18-20 knots. The most common is to pull rigged baits such as ballyhoo at 6 to 9 knots.