Nearshore Fishing Trips (Recommended)

Launch from Venice, Louisiana with 1st Up Outfitters for a nearshore day built around local knowledge, safe decisions, and putting you on fish around the rigs. These trips are ideal when you want a productive run without committing to a full offshore program—perfect for groups looking to target hard-fighting, great-eating species close to home.

We’ll focus on the nearshore structure that’s fishing best for the season, working rigs and surrounding bottom for snapper (red and mangrove), cobia, and grouper. Your guide is a local firefighter who’s spent a lifetime on these waters, and he’ll tailor the plan to conditions and your goals so you spend more time fishing and less time searching.

• Primary targets: red snapper, mangrove snapper, cobia, grouper
• Typical approach: rig fishing and nearby structure with tactics matched to the bite
• Great fit for: anglers who want nearshore action, steady opportunities, and quality table fare
• Trip planning: adjusted for weather, water conditions, and seasonal patterns