Captain Ozzy's Fishing Adventures
Fishing Charter in Hopedale, LA
There’s nothing quite like fishing the marshes, bays, and winding bayous of Louisiana — and no one guides those waters like Captain Ozzy Martinez of Straight Hook Fishing Charters.
Operating out of Hopedale Marina, just southeast of New Orleans, we specialize in private inshore fishing trips targeting redfish, speckled trout, black drum, flounder, and sheepshead. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a lifelong sportsman, our goal is simple: put you on fish, keep you smiling, and make sure you leave with memories (and fillets).
All rods, reels, bait, and tackle
Bottled water for your group
Ice chest for your drinks/snacks
Professional fish cleaning and bagging
Friendly, patient instruction for beginners
Family- and kid-friendly experience (children welcome!)
Book your next fishing trip!
Experience the Louisiana coast the right way!
Step aboard our fully equipped Pathfinder 24’ TRS bay boat for a full day of fishing the rich coastal waters of Southeast Louisiana. We run two trips daily:
Morning Trip: Sunrise to 1:30 PM
Afternoon Trip: 2:00 PM to Sunset
Our fishing routes take you deep into the marsh, past oyster reefs and grass lines where monster reds and big specks love to cruise.
Rates (Flat-rate, per group):
$700 for 1–2 anglers
$900 for 3 anglers
$1,200 for 4 anglers
🚤 The Boat
You’ll fish aboard a 2018 Pathfinder 24’ TRS, built for comfort, speed, and shallow water access. Outfitted with:
A powerful 300HP Yamaha engine
Twin 10′ power poles for silent anchoring
Wireless trolling motor for creeping up on schools
Lowrance GPS + XM Weather for top navigation and safety
Live bait well, fishfinder, and dual ice chests
She’s clean, fast, and fully rigged for success.
Meet Your Captain Ozzy Martinez
Captain Ozzy isn’t just your guide — he’s your fishing partner for the day. Born and raised in Louisiana, Ozzy knows these marshes like the back of his hand. With years of experience chasing redfish and trout, he’s built a reputation for getting people on fish — fast — even when conditions are tough.
What makes Ozzy different is his calm, friendly approach. He’s great with first-timers, fantastic with kids, and always takes the time to make sure every guest is comfortable and confident on the water.
You’ll show up as a guest and leave as part of the Straight Hook family.
Fishing Charter Information
Fishing Times & Trip Info
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Fishing for 2-12 Passengers
Each one of our fishing boats can handle up to 4 people comfortably. With three boats available, we can handle groups of up to 12.
- 1-12 Passengers
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Early Bird Fishing Trips
Fishing out of Hopedale Marina for speckled trout, redfish, black drum, sheephead
- Sunrise - 1:30pm
- $700-$1200
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Evening Fishing
Trips
Fishing out of Hopedale Marina for speckled trout, redfish, black drum, sheephead
- 2:00 - Sunset
- $700-$1200
All bait and tackle provided also provide water. Fish cleaned and bagged for trip home.
🐟 What We Catch
Depending on the season, tides, and conditions, here’s what we’re chasing:
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Redfish – hard-fighting, delicious, and a Louisiana favorite
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Speckled Trout – fun to catch and found in schools
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Black Drum – big pullers that put up a challenge
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Flounder – flat and sneaky but taste incredible
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Sheepshead – tricky bait thieves with great filets
We use light tackle setups and both live bait and artificial lures, depending on the bite. You don’t need to be an expert — Captain Ozzy will have you casting like a pro in no time.
