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Fishing in Louisiana

Click a region to explore top fishing spots, species, and local tips.

Louisiana has over 3,500 named lakes, reservoirs, and major inland waters, plus the Gulf of Mexico. From Toledo Bend's bass to the Atchafalaya Basin's catfish and Grand Isle's redfish, the Pelican State offers incredible freshwater and saltwater fishing.

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North Louisiana

Toledo Bend, Lake Bistineau, Caney Lake, Black Bayou -- Largemouth Bass, Crappie, Catfish, Sac-a-lait, Bream

Central Louisiana

Red River, Lake Verret, Grand Lake, Catahoula Lake, Chicot Lake -- Largemouth Bass, Catfish, Crappie, Bream

Southeastern Louisiana

Lake Pontchartrain, Maurepas, Pearl River, Honey Island -- Redfish, Speckled Trout, Bass, Catfish, Crabs

Southwestern LA & Atchafalaya

Atchafalaya Basin, White Lake, Vermilion Bay -- Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sac-a-lait, Catfish, Crawfish

Coastal Louisiana & Gulf

Grand Isle, Venice, Port Fourchon, Gulf of Mexico -- Red Snapper, Tuna, Mackerel, Redfish, Speckled Trout