Louisiana · Southeast Louisiana
SWORDFISH FISHING
IN VENICE
Venice is an excellent destination for swordfish fishing, with peak season in April, May and good catches in January, February, March. Book a charter and target swordfish with local experts.
About Swordfish Fishing in Venice
An iconic deep-water species prized for incredible fights and outstanding flesh.
Venice is an excellent destination for swordfish fishing, offering peak season in April, May and good catches in January, February, March. The best months to target swordfish here are April, May.
Scientific name: Xiphias gladius
Swordfish Seasonal Calendar — Venice
Month-by-month availability for swordfish in Venice, LA.
How to Catch Swordfish in Venice
Techniques & Bait
Consult your local charter captain for the most effective baits and techniques in the area.
Recommended Tackle
Your captain will provide all tackle and gear suited to the target species and local conditions.
Best Deep Sea Fishing Fishing Spots in Venice
Top spots where local captains target swordfish and other deep sea fishing species.
Oil Rig Alley
The dense concentration of oil and gas platforms stretching south from Venice into deeper Gulf waters creates the most productive artificial reef system on the planet. Yellowfin tuna, wahoo, mahi-mahi, and marlin patrol the platforms in 200-plus feet of water. Jigging around the rigs and trolling between them is Venice's signature offshore technique and produces world-class catches.
Midnight Lump
The Midnight Lump is a prominent underwater seamount approximately 60 miles south of Venice where the ocean floor rises dramatically from surrounding depths. Yellowfin tuna, blue marlin, wahoo, and mahi-mahi concentrate here in massive numbers as deep currents push baitfish over the rise. It is one of the most legendary offshore fishing destinations in the entire Gulf of Mexico.
Ram Powell Platform
Ram Powell is a deepwater tension-leg platform approximately 80 miles southeast of Venice in over 3,000 feet of water, surrounded by prime bluewater fishing grounds. Yellowfin tuna over 200 pounds, blue marlin, and wahoo are caught within casting distance of the platform. The deep Gulf water around Ram Powell consistently produces some of Venice's most impressive offshore catches.
The Lump (Venice)
The Lump is a well-known natural bottom feature roughly 40 miles south of Venice where a rise in the ocean floor concentrates baitfish and predators. Yellowfin tuna, blackfin tuna, wahoo, and mahi-mahi are the primary targets, with tuna exceeding 100 pounds caught regularly. Venice's reputation as the tuna capital of the Gulf is built largely on the productivity of this and similar bottom features.
Other Species in Venice
More fish you can target while visiting Venice.
Swordfish Fishing in Venice — FAQ
The peak months for Swordfish fishing in Venice are April, May. During these months, Swordfish are most active and abundant in the Venice area.
Swordfish fishing charters in Venice are typically deep sea fishing trips. Prices vary by trip duration and group size. Most charters include all gear, bait, licenses, and fish cleaning.
Consult your local charter captain for the most effective baits and techniques in the area.
No — when you book a charter in Venice, your captain provides all required Louisiana fishing licenses as part of the trip.
Swordfish 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 Swordfish in Venice, you may also catch Redfish, Speckled Trout, Yellowfin Tuna, Sheepshead, Black Drum. Many charter trips target multiple species for the best action.
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