Louisiana is the Sportsman's Paradise with the most productive coastal marshes in America. World-class redfish, speckled trout, and bass fishing. Toledo Bend is a legendary bass lake. The state offers unmatched fishing diversity.
Toledo Bend hosts major national bass events. Coastal redfish tournaments are hugely popular. Star Tournament is one of the largest in the US.
Toledo Bend is a top-5 bass lake nationally. Marsh fishing for redfish is unmatched. Calcasieu Lake for trophy speckled trout. Atchafalaya Basin for bass and catfish.
Excellent access on public marshes and lakes.
What you can target and when

Best Waters
Toledo Bend · Caney Creek · False River

Best Waters
Venice marshes · Hopedale · Delacroix

Best Waters
Calcasieu Lake · Lake Pontchartrain · Breton Sound
Lakes, rivers, bays, and coastal fisheries
185,000-acre reservoir consistently ranked as a top-5 bass lake nationally.
Top Species
Best: Spring/Fall
The fishing capital of the world — incredible inshore and offshore fishing.
Top Species
Best: Fall/Spring





Annual Resident Basic: $9.50. Saltwater: $5.50.
Annual Non-Resident: $60. 3-Day: $17.50.
3-Day non-resident license available.
Free for residents under 16 and over 60.
Required for motorized vessels.
Permits required for organized events.
10 bass daily limit. Complex saltwater regulations. Redfish: 5 daily, 16-27 inch slot.
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