Chandeleur Island Inshore Fishing
The inshore fishing around the Chandeleur Islands is nothing short of legendary. From the pristine flats to the surf and marshes, these waters are home to incredible numbers of speckled trout, redfish, flounder, black drum, and even the occasional tarpon. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to the sport, you’ll be surrounded by action from sunup to sundown. Wade fishing is one of the most popular ways to fish here—just step off the beach and into some of the most productive waters in the Gulf. The islands offer endless shoreline and shallow water ideal for sight casting, topwater action, or throwing soft plastics and live bait.
Bring your own boat or let us set you up with everything you need. Guests are welcome to arrive with their own vessel and use The Islander Lodge as a safe, convenient basecamp while fishing the islands. Don’t have a boat? No problem. We offer 14-foot, 3-man skiffs equipped with 15hp outboards, available for daily rental—perfect for exploring the flats, chasing tailing reds, or accessing hard-to-reach spots along the islands. With skiffs, wade access, and dockside fishing available, every guest can find their own rhythm and reel in a trip to remember.
Mississippi and Louisiana Offshore Fishing Oasis
Offshore fishing near the Chandeleur Islands offers fast access to wrecks, reefs, and oil rigs teeming with life. Just a short run from The Islander Lodge, you can target big-game favorites like red snapper, mangrove snapper, cobia, king mackerel, grouper, jack crevalle, and even amberjack or mahi depending on the season. These structures create the perfect environment for hard-fighting fish, giving you the chance to load the box and chase trophy catches all in the same trip. Whether you’re dropping bait deep on a reef or casting near a rig, the action can be nonstop.
Staying at The Islander Lodge gives you a major head start. Instead of burning daylight running from the mainland, you’ll already be on location—ready to hit the water at first light. After a full day battling fish offshore, you can return to a hot shower, a hearty dinner, and a comfortable bunk just minutes from where you fished. With the lodge as your offshore base, you maximize your fishing time and minimize travel fatigue, making every trip more productive, more enjoyable, and more worth it.
