Spring is an exceptional time to target bull redfish on fly in Louisiana. During these months, the water temperature climbs into the mid-60s and beyond, triggering a migration from deeper water that brings redfish into the shallow flats to feed. Louisiana fly fishing charters during spring offer some of the best sight-fishing opportunities available.

The spring pattern brings aggressive feeding behavior to the redfish on Louisiana’s flats. During this time, the baitfish are actively moving and the redfish are committed to being shallow and feeding. Louisiana fly fishing charters take advantage of these conditions to provide consistent opportunities on the water.

Louisiana’s coastal flats are stained with tannins, creating tea-colored water that’s quite different from the clear flats of the Florida Keys or the Bahamas. What many anglers don’t realize is that this actually works in our favor. The reduced visibility makes the fish less spooky and significantly more aggressive in their feeding behavior. A redfish on a Louisiana flat is a hunting redfish, not a cautious one.

Fly fishing for redfish requires a different approach than many saltwater species. These are powerful fish that eat aggressively. When a redfish is interested, it commits completely to the take. There’s no deliberation—the fish hits the fly hard and fast. The takes are violent and immediate, and you know right away when you’re connected to something substantial.

The fight itself is pure power. Bull redfish don’t jump like tarpon or permit. Instead, they use their weight and strength to drive toward deeper water where they feel safe. Managing the boat position during the fight is critical. Keeping your angler at the right angle allows them to apply steady pressure while I anticipate the fish’s runs and keep us positioned for success. A redfish on fly is an unforgettable experience—a beautiful, powerful fish that tests both your equipment and your nerves.

Every day on the Louisiana flats is different. Some days you spot fish constantly. Other days the weather cooperates perfectly and the feeding is steady. Other days you see fish and they don’t eat. That’s the nature of sight-fishing. What remains constant is that Louisiana fly fishing charters offer the opportunity to target these remarkable fish in their natural habitat.

If you’re interested in experiencing fly fishing in Louisiana, book a charter and experience what spring redfish fishing is all about.