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Archived report. Published April 7, 2026 and superseded by a newer report.
SaltwaterLouisiana · Lake Pontchartrain· April 7, 2026Hot bite

Pontchartrain Speckled Trout Run is ON

Specks schooling along the Causeway pilings and north shore points. Wade fishermen and boaters both getting into quality fish.

CURRENT CONDITIONS
70°F
Water temp · 7-day
Waning Crescent
Moon phase
Light tidal influence — wind-driven
Tide / flow
Partly cloudy, SW wind 10-15 mph, 78°F
Weather

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What's biting

Hot
Speckled Trout
Matrix Shad under Rattlin Cork
Active
Redfish
Cut mullet on the rocks
Active
Flounder
Gulp and jig near bridges

What's next

The Pontchartrain trout bite is the best it's been all spring. Wade the north shore points at dawn for topwater explosions. The Causeway bridge pilings holding fish all day.

Context

Lake Pontchartrain trout populations have been steadily improving thanks to conservation efforts.

Synthesized from real-time NOAA buoy data, USGS stream gauges, and current reports across regional fishing blogs, captain updates, and angler forums. Check local regulations before keeping fish. Never trust a single source for a trip decision.

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