Lake Pontchartrain is a massive brackish estuary bordering New Orleans, spanning 630 square miles. Despite its urban setting, the lake supports an outstanding saltwater fishery with speckled trout and redfish as the primary targets.

Speckled trout fishing is productive around the causeway bridge pilings, which create over 24 miles of fish-holding structure. Redfish inhabit the shallow marshes and shell reefs around the lake's edges. The Rigolets and Chef Menteur Pass connect the lake to the Gulf, providing migration corridors for saltwater species. Multiple launches around the lake provide convenient access from both the north and south shores.

Nearest towns: New Orleans, Mandeville, Slidell, Madisonville

FAQ

How many boat ramps are on Lake Pontchartrain?

RampSeeker lists 4 boat ramps on Lake Pontchartrain.

What fish are in Lake Pontchartrain?

Lake Pontchartrain supports Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Blue Crab, Croaker, Drum.

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