Plaquemines County, LA · Gulf of Mexico
Venice (Plaquemines)
The end of the road at the mouth of the Mississippi — "Tuna Town," but inshore it is some of the most concentrated redfish and bull-drum water on the planet. The maze of passes, the river delta, and the shallow ponds hold trophy redfish, speckled trout, and black drum year-round; the marsh fishes hardest in fall and winter.
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Top picks today
Red Drum, Spotted Seatrout & Black Drum — tied at the top (39/100)
3 species tied for best of 4 tracked at Venice (Plaquemines).
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:05 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 6:32 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
Species at Venice (Plaquemines)
4 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top 3 (tied) are open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Red Drum Marginal conditions for Red Drum. In season 39/100
What's helping
- 84°F water — inside red drum's active range
- incoming tide — red drum prefers incoming tide
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Sciaenops ocellatus — Also called channel bass, redfish, or (as juveniles) puppy drum. Summer and fall target around the lower Bay shoals and the Eastern Shore coastal bays. Big "bull reds" cruise the surf in fall.
Prefers. Water 65–85°F (ideal 75°F) · incoming tide · depth 3–20 ft.
Last verified 44 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 16"
- Daily creel
- 5
16" minimum, 5/person/day; no more than one over 27".
Source: Louisiana regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#1 Spotted Seatrout Marginal conditions for Spotted Seatrout. In season 39/100
What's helping
- 84°F water — inside spotted seatrout's active range
- incoming tide — spotted seatrout prefers incoming tide
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Cynoscion nebulosus — Popularly called "speckled trout" or "specks." Summer-fall target in the lower Bay grass beds and the Eastern Shore coastal bays. Topwater walkers at dawn and soft plastics on jigheads are standard.
Prefers. Water 60–85°F (ideal 72°F) · incoming tide · depth 3–15 ft.
Last verified 44 days ago on 2026-05-29. Open source page →
- Min size
- 13"
- Max size
- 20"
- Daily creel
- 15
13–20" slot, 15/person/day (two over-slot allowed).
Source: Louisiana regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#1 Black Drum Marginal conditions for Black Drum. In season 39/100
What's helping
- 84°F water — inside black drum's active range
- incoming tide — black drum prefers incoming tide
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Pogonias cromis — The red drum’s heavier, bottom-grubbing cousin — a deep-bodied sciaenid that roots crabs and shellfish off mud and oyster bottom across the Gulf and South Atlantic. "Puppy drum" in the slot are excellent eating; the giant bull black drum that mass to spawn around passes and jetties in late winter and spring can top 80 lb. A staple of Louisiana and Texas inshore fishing alongside redfish and speckled trout.
Prefers. Water 55–85°F (ideal 72°F) · incoming tide · depth 2–40 ft.
Last verified 39 days ago on 2026-06-03. Open source page →
- Min size
- 16"
- Max size
- 27"
- Daily creel
- 5
Louisiana: 16–27" slot, 5/person/day; no more than one over 27".
Source: Louisiana regulations · verified 2026-06-03.
#4 Sheepshead Check local Sheepshead regulations before you keep one. Regs unverified 0/100
We don't have confirmed size, creel, or season rules for Sheepshead in LA on file yet. The live conditions score still applies — but confirm the current regulations with your state agency before keeping any fish.
What's helping
- 10 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 84°F water — above sheepshead's active range (60–82°f) — fish move deep
- incoming tide — sheepshead prefers slack tide
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Archosargus probatocephalus — Structure-oriented crustacean eater with famously human-like teeth. VA piers, jetties, and the rocks and pilings of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel are the classic targets. Fiddler crabs, sand fleas, or small pieces of shrimp on a knocker rig right against the structure. Expect to lose tackle.
Prefers. Water 60–82°F (ideal 72°F) · slack tide · depth 5–40 ft.
No regulations on file for Louisiana / gulf. Check the appropriate state agency directly before fishing.
Location Info
Water Body
Gulf of Mexico
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Louisiana
Coordinates
Notes
LA: redfish 16" min / 5 per day (one over 27"); black drum 16–27" slot. Big, remote water — go with local knowledge.
Local reports & rules for Venice (Plaquemines): Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries fishing & regulations → · fish-consumption advisory →
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Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Venice (Plaquemines)?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Venice (Plaquemines) you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Venice (Plaquemines)?
Venice (Plaquemines) is listed on this site for 4 commonly-targeted species: Red Drum, Spotted Seatrout, Black Drum, Sheepshead. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Venice (Plaquemines)?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Venice (Plaquemines) against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Venice (Plaquemines) have?
Venice (Plaquemines) has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp. LA: redfish 16" min / 5 per day (one over 27"); black drum 16–27" slot. Big, remote water — go with local knowledge.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Venice (Plaquemines)?
state agency regulations apply at Venice (Plaquemines). Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Venice (Plaquemines) tidal water?
Yes. Venice (Plaquemines) sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.