Carey Smith

Fallin’ Tide Charters

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Areas Fished

Lake CharlesLafayetteHoumaNew OrleansAlexandriaBaton RougeShreveportMonroe
New Orleans - North, New Orleans - West, Grand Isle - Central
Freshwater Saltwater
Inshore Offshore
I’ve had a lifelong passion for fishing, growing up fishing the waters of the Barataria Basin and surrounding South Louisiana marshes. Since the early 2000s, I’ve spent extensive time fishing the Lake Pontchartrain Basin, including Lake Borgne and the waters down to Shell Beach.

I specialize in inshore saltwater fishing, targeting redfish, speckled trout, and flounder. I take pride in providing safe, enjoyable trips for anglers of all skill levels, with a strong focus on families and helping kids learn the fundamentals of fishing.

When conditions allow, I also run nearshore trips for species like red snapper, offering even more ways to experience Louisiana’s fishery.

Trip Information

RegionsGrand Isle - Central, New Orleans - North, New Orleans - West
Areas FishedGrand Isle, Lake Borgne, Lake Pontchartrain, Leeville
Fishing StylesRod & Reel
FishBlack Drum, Red Drum (Redfish), Sheepshead, Southern Flounder, Spotted Seatrout (Speckled Trout)
Inshore FishingYes
Offshore FishingNo
Saltwater FishingYes
Freshwater FishingNo

Lodging Information

Lodging Gallery

Fishing Reports

Evening Redfish Scout – Lake Pontchartrain Shoreline 

The plan was simple, give the trout a break and take a look along the shoreline to see if any redfish were pushing bait. The water was clean and clear…

Carey Smith | May 1st

Early Season Snapper Run

I had the opportunity to take some great folks out on a long run and full day of catching. After convincing them to change plans and take advanta…

Carey Smith | May 17th, 2024

Pre-Halloween Run

Made a quick afternoon run on 10/30/2022 with the kiddo's and some from the neighborhood. Had a great time enjoying the weather and catching a nic…

Carey Smith | October 31st, 2022

Wrapping Up September

Wrapped up September with a great group down in Grand Isle. Caught good trout and more big reds then I have seen down there in a while. Look…

Carey Smith | October 21st, 2022

October   Is Heating Up...

Been fishing Lake Borgne and the surrounding areas the all October  and having great success. Had the fortune to take several great groups o…

Carey Smith | October 21st, 2022