How to use our fishing calendar
Planning your next fishing trip in Chalmette, United States ? Today is a good day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, nearby tide chart, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...
- Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
- Use the Tide Clock section to sync bite times with high and low tide chart.
- Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
- Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.
Fishing in Chalmette, Louisiana puts anglers right on the doorstep of world-class inshore and nearshore action in the lower Mississippi River Delta. From speckled trout and redfish in the marsh to sheepshead and drum along industrial structure, Chalmette offers diverse, year-round opportunities for boat and bank anglers alike. read more...
Sun and Moon Times
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Moon under:
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Visibility:97%
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Full Moon
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Distance to earth:400,943 kmProximity:11.2 %
Moon Phases for Chalmette
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good Day
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major Time:01:11 am - 03:11 am
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minor Time:06:18 am - 08:18 am
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major Time:01:28 pm - 03:28 pm
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minor Time:08:39 pm - 10:39 pm
Tides Times for Fishing: Wed, 1 Jul
Tide Clock
Tide Graph
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| Tide | Time | Height |
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| low | 02:41 am | -0.3 ft |
| high | 04:04 pm | 1.31 ft |
Current Fishing Weather
Wind Speed and Direction
Wind Direction:
Wind Speed:
Wind Direction and Speed are one of the most important aspects for choosing a fishing spot. An offshore wind can help land-based anglers with longer casting distances, while an onshore wind will make kayak fishing safer. Often fish will also move to certain feeding areas depending on the wind direction. Check out the long term wind forecast at the charts below.
Fishing Barometer
Atmospheric Pressure:
Change since midnight:
Trend for next 6 hours:
Atmospheric or Barometric Pressure affects fish activity. The best fishing can be had on a rising barometer and also the time just before it is falling. A steady barometer in the higher ranges can also mean good fishing. A falling or low barometer reading without much change is usually not a very good time for fishing.
UV Effect on Fishing
As a rule of thumb, the higher the UV index, the deeper fish will move. Shallow water fishing is best done at times with a low UV index. When the UV is high, stick to early mornings, late evenings and shaded areas. The effect is less noticable in deeper water, but often a higher UV index can produce good results in the deep.
7 Day Fishing Weather
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low:
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high:
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, Coeff: 176
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low:
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high:
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, Coeff: 170
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Waning Gibbous |
low:
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, Coeff: 158
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Waning Gibbous |
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, Coeff: 139
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, Coeff: 114
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Waning Gibbous |
low:
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high:
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, Coeff: 76
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Third Quarter Moon |
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high:
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, Coeff: 39
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Third Quarter Moon |
low:
, 0.33 ft
high:
, 0.69 ft
, Coeff: 51
low:
, 0.26 ft
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Fishing Overview Chalmette
Chalmette, Louisiana sits just downriver of New Orleans on the east bank of the Mississippi, giving anglers quick access to brackish marshes, backwater canals, industrial river structure, and the sprawling delta. The mix of river current and Gulf influence creates a high-nutrient system where speckled trout, redfish, sheepshead, drum, and catfish all thrive within a short run of local launches.
Seasonally, spring in Chalmette is prime for speckled trout and mixed-bag action in the marsh. As river levels rise, trout push into cleaner pockets off the main flow: dead-end canals, pipeline canals with good tidal movement, and ponds off the Intracoastal Waterway. Work 1/4 oz jigheads with soft plastics in shrimp or baitfish colors, focusing on current seams and points. Redfish feed shallow on warming mud flats; gold spoons, spinnerbaits, and popping corks with shrimp-imitating plastics draw strikes along cane lines and broken marsh edges.
Summer sees more stable salinity in the marshes southeast of Chalmette and along canals leading toward Hopedale and Delacroix. Speckled trout often stack on shell pads, pipeline crossings, and wellheads where current washes bait across structure. Early and late, throw topwaters over 3–6 ft flats; once the sun climbs, switch to tight-lined plastics or live shrimp under a popping cork. Redfish cruise the outer edges of grass and roseau cane; sight-fishing is viable on calm days—cast weedless spoons or paddle tails ahead of cruising fish in 1–2 ft of water.
Fall is arguably the peak for Chalmette fishing. Cooling temps push shrimp and baitfish out of the marsh, and predators concentrate in easy-to-read ambush spots. Look for strong tidal drains, the mouths of bayous that dump into larger lakes, and intersections of man-made canals. Speckled trout school heavily; drift and fan-cast plastics or live bait under corks until you locate fish, then power-pole down or anchor quietly. Redfish stage at the mouths of drains and outside bends with good depth; think slow presentations close to bottom—3/8 oz jigheads with Gulp or natural bait work well.
Winter fishing around Chalmette shifts to deeper, more stable water. Seek out deep bayous, turning basins, and ship channels where speckled trout and redfish drop into 10–25 ft holes. Vertically jig heavier plastics or drop-shot live shrimp right on bottom. Black drum and sheepshead become reliable targets along pilings, bulkheads, and riprap near ports and refineries. Use light to medium tackle with small, strong hooks and natural baits like dead shrimp or fiddler crabs, nudging presentations tight to structure.
Habitat-wise, Chalmette offers a unique blend: industrial Mississippi River banks, rock-lined batture, marsh ponds, canals, and nearby interior lakes. On the river side, catfish (blues, channels, and flatheads) and freshwater drum feed along drop-offs and behind wing dams and barge tie-offs—target current breaks with slip rigs, heavy sinkers, and cut bait. In the brackish zones, focus on points, cuts, and windward shorelines that stack bait. Water clarity is rarely perfect here; opt for lures with vibration and contrast, and don’t be afraid of loud popping corks to call fish in.
Tactically, success around Chalmette hinges on reading tide, wind, and river level together. On rising tides, fish push shallow onto flats and marsh edges; on falling tides, they funnel to drains, cuts, and deeper channels. Favor moving water over slack. Use polarized glasses to pick out subtle drains, shell, and potholes along marsh banks. When the river runs high and dirty, slide farther from the main channel into cleaner side-water, or target species that tolerate mud like catfish and drum. Downsizing leaders and lures in clearer winter and fall conditions can dramatically increase bites, while heavier leaders and more visible baits help in the milky spring outflow.
Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Chalmette area
Wharf's or Jetties are good places to wet a line and meet other fishermen. They often produce a fresh feed of fish and are also great to catch bait fish. As they are often well lit, they also provide a good opportunity for night fishing. There are 26 wharf(s) in this area.
Alabo Street Wharf - 5.21967078337km , Galvez Street Wharf - 6.67006038333km , Poland Street Wharf - 6.7391653129km , Florida Avenue Wharf - 7.05751440923km , Pauline Street Wharf - 7.27130597114km , Congress Street Wharf - 7.57949294087km , Piety Street Wharf - 7.8127564598km , Louisa Street Wharf - 7.976575837km , Press Street Wharf - 8.38929712141km , Mandeville Street Wharf - 8.71248028776km , Perry Street Wharf - 8.7228997638km , Powder Street Wharf - 8.80613949026km , Esplanade Avenue Wharf - 8.98546876409km , Governor Nicholls Street Wharf - 9.11709729835km , Thalia Street Wharf - 9.27683998384km , Robin Street Wharf - 9.35912393872km , Orange Street Wharf - 9.47266178155km , Bienville Street Wharf - 9.47570943232km , Toulouse Street Wharf - 9.48084156412km , Market Street Wharf - 9.58469263107km , Celeste Street Wharf - 9.87522500521km , Saint Andrew Street Wharf - 10.27714420889km , First Street Wharf - 10.61107429992km , Third Street Wharf - 10.95993889202km , Washington Avenue Wharf - 11.2088898055km , Seventh Street Wharf - 11.55013837226km
Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 9 beaches and bays in this area.
Bayou Villere - 5.44432633087km , Bayou Ducros - 7.41249886206km , Bayou Chaperon - 7.53092115244km , Bayou Villere - 9.35336947469km , Bayou Ducros - 9.74515245856km , Bayou Mercier - 10.3214126586km , Bayou Bienvenue - 10.63862645816km , Cutoff Bayou - 10.76138618443km , Bayou Fatma - 11.17339668418km
Harbours and Marinas can often times be productive fishing spots for land based fishing as their sheltered environment attracts a wide variety of bait fish. Similar to river mouths, harbour entrances are also great places to fish as lots of fish will move in and out with the rising and falling tides. There are 1 main harbours in this area.
Turning Basin - 7.33064601036km
We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Chalmette. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.
Algiers Lock - 3.0363871355km , Alabo Street Wharf - 5.21967078337km , Bayou Villere - 5.44432633087km , Intracoastal Waterway - 6.40756040516km , Galvez Street Wharf - 6.67006038333km , Poland Street Wharf - 6.7391653129km , Florida Avenue Wharf - 7.05751440923km , Pauline Street Wharf - 7.27130597114km , Turning Basin - 7.33064601036km , Bayou Ducros - 7.41249886206km , Bayou Chaperon - 7.53092115244km , Congress Street Wharf - 7.57949294087km , Piety Street Wharf - 7.8127564598km , Louisa Street Wharf - 7.976575837km , Press Street Wharf - 8.38929712141km , Mandeville Street Wharf - 8.71248028776km , Perry Street Wharf - 8.7228997638km , Powder Street Wharf - 8.80613949026km , Charley Pond - 8.85187898538km , Esplanade Avenue Wharf - 8.98546876409km , Governor Nicholls Street Wharf - 9.11709729835km , Thalia Street Wharf - 9.27683998384km , Bayou Villere - 9.35336947469km , Robin Street Wharf - 9.35912393872km , Orange Street Wharf - 9.47266178155km , Bienville Street Wharf - 9.47570943232km , Toulouse Street Wharf - 9.48084156412km , Market Street Wharf - 9.58469263107km , Bayou Ducros - 9.74515245856km , Inner Harbor Navigation Canal - 9.79911874153km , Celeste Street Wharf - 9.87522500521km , Saint Andrew Street Wharf - 10.27714420889km , Bayou Mercier - 10.3214126586km , First Street Wharf - 10.61107429992km , Bayou Bienvenue - 10.63862645816km , Cutoff Bayou - 10.76138618443km , Third Street Wharf - 10.95993889202km , Bayou Fatma - 11.17339668418km , Washington Avenue Wharf - 11.2088898055km , Seventh Street Wharf - 11.55013837226km
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