Bayou Fishing & Lodging Adventures with Bayou Charters

Bayou Charters & Silver Side Lodge operates from St. Bernard, Louisiana, offering a raw, hands-on approach to bayou fishing and waterside lodging within one of the Gulf Coast’s richest fishing landscapes. Just a short drive southeast from New Orleans, this outfitter combines expert-guided saltwater fishing excursions with a no-frills, comfortable lodge experience, fully equipped with a kitchen and a large party deck right across from private boat docks and lifts.

The surrounding marshes and bayous provide a distinct backdrop, where shallow waters weave through thick grasses and cypress trees—prime habitat for redfish, speckled trout, and other game fish. The guides at Bayou Charters are steeped in local knowledge, steering their boats expertly through narrow channels and expertly reading tides and fish behavior to keep anglers hooked. Whether aboard with Captain Spencer, Craig, or Joe and Greg, anglers talk about fast limits and personalized attention, often catching more than their limit in just a few hours.

Silver Side Lodge offers a rustic charm that complements the adventure — no pretense, just a place where anglers can refuel and share stories after a day on the water. Guests repeatedly note the welcoming atmosphere created by the crew and hosts, making Bayou Charters more than just a daytrip, but a memorable getaway immersed in Louisiana’s bayou culture.

St. Bernard Parish itself is an environment shaped by sediment and saltwater, a landscape with both cultural significance and ecological wealth. The combination of seasoned guides who navigate these ever-changing waters and straightforward lodging provides visitors with an authentic connection to the Gulf Coast’s fishing frontier. It's a destination that demands respect for weather, tides, and wildlife, but rewards handsomely with its rich haul and genuine hospitality.