Louisiana · Cajun Coast
FLOUNDER FISHING
IN COCODRIE
Cocodrie is a solid destination for flounder fishing, with peak season in October and good catches in March, April, May. Book a charter and target flounder with local experts.
About Flounder Fishing in Cocodrie
A prized flatfish found along sandy bottoms and structure. Excellent table fare and fun to catch on light tackle.
Flounder are unique flatfish that lie camouflaged on sandy or muddy bottoms, ambushing prey from below. Gulf flounder and Southern flounder are the primary species in southern waters, while Summer Flounder (fluke) dominates from the Carolinas northward. Both eyes migrate to the top (left) side as juveniles, creating their distinctive flat profile. The "eyed" side is brown-green with irregular spots and blotches that change to match the surrounding bottom — a remarkable camouflage ability.
Scientific name: Paralichthys albiguttata
Flounder Seasonal Calendar — Cocodrie
Month-by-month availability for flounder in Cocodrie, LA.
How to Catch Flounder in Cocodrie
Techniques & Bait
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
Recommended Tackle
Medium-light spinning rod (7 ft), 2500 reel, 10-15 lb braid, 20 lb fluorocarbon leader, 1/4-1/2 oz jig heads or Carolina rig with 1/0-3/0 wide-gap hooks. Patience is key — flounder often mouth the bait before committing, so wait for the second thump before setting the hook.
Best Inshore Fishing Spots in Cocodrie
Top spots where local captains target flounder and other inshore species.
Lake Felicity
Lake Felicity lies just south of Cocodrie in the heart of the Terrebonne Parish marsh, offering outstanding sight-fishing for redfish tailing on shallow mud flats and grass shorelines. Speckled trout and flounder also populate the lake's deeper pockets and connecting bayou channels where tidal flow concentrates baitfish. The lake's proximity to Cocodrie's marinas makes it one of the quickest and most productive inshore destinations accessible from this end-of-the-road fishing village.
Bayou Grand Caillou
Bayou Grand Caillou is the main waterway running through Cocodrie and south into the lower Terrebonne Parish marsh, serving as the lifeline for both commercial and recreational fishermen. The bayou's deeper bends, dock pilings, and adjacent marsh ponds hold redfish, speckled trout, sheepshead, and drum in reliable numbers year-round. Anglers idling down the bayou and casting to shoreline structure can expect consistent action within minutes of leaving the dock.
Four Point Bayou
Four Point Bayou branches off the main channel south of Cocodrie and winds through some of the most pristine marsh habitat in Terrebonne Parish. The bayou's isolated ponds and grass-lined drains hold trophy redfish that see minimal fishing pressure due to the area's difficult access and shallow water. Poling a skiff through Four Point Bayou on a calm morning offers world-class sight-fishing for tailing redfish in a true Louisiana marsh wilderness setting.
Lake Raccourci
Lake Raccourci is a shallow interior lake in the marsh south of Cocodrie, connected to the surrounding bayou system by narrow channels that fill and drain with the tides. Redfish congregate along the lake's oyster-studded shorelines and grass points, feeding on shrimp and small crabs pushed into the lake by incoming tides. The lake is a reliable inshore destination when southeast winds make the more exposed bays and open water unfishable.
Other Species in Cocodrie
More fish you can target while visiting Cocodrie.
Flounder Fishing in Cocodrie — FAQ
The peak months for Flounder fishing in Cocodrie are October. During these months, Flounder are most active and abundant in the Cocodrie area.
Flounder fishing charters in Cocodrie are typically inshore trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Drifting live bull minnows (finger mullet or mud minnows) on a Carolina rig or knocker rig along sandy channel edges and drop-offs is the most productive method. Bounce a 1/4-3/8 oz jighead with a live minnow or Gulp! swimming mullet along the bottom near structure transitions (sand to mud, channel edges). "Flounder gigging" at night with underwater lights is popular in shallow bays. In passes and inlets, fishing the outgoing tide with live bait near the bottom produces the largest fish.
No — when you book a charter in Cocodrie, your captain provides all required Louisiana fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Flounder regulations in Louisiana include minimum size limits and bag limits that vary by season. Your captain will know the current regulations and ensure compliance.
While targeting Flounder in Cocodrie, you may also catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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