In Season Now: Shreveport Fishing · Oct. 22
In peak season
- Black Bass (largemouth and spotted) Year-Round
- Crappie (black and white) Year-Round
- Largemouth Bass (Caddo Lake) Year-Round
From this page's species calendar. Check current the state wildlife agency size and creel limits before you fish.
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Live conditions, species status, solunar ratings, water body profiles, LDWF regulations, and community fishing coverage for Caddo Parish lakes and rivers.
Bass: Hot Bite Crappie: Active Catfish: Active 1 Waters Profiled
First Look • Fishing Conditions
🌔
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 90%
54°F
51°F
0 mph
1024
as of 8:20 AM ET
Fair — bright nights mean fish feed overnight. Try early morning before they drop deep.
Caddo Parish • Ark-La-Tex LA
Your Local Fishing Resource
Shreveport anglers fish Caddo Lake on the Texas line, where LDWF has a protected slot for largemouth bass. See the limits below.
Current Conditions • Shreveport Waters
Species Status
Largemouth Bass
HOT
Fall feeding frenzy. Bass are chasing shad and blueback herring. Crankbaits and swimbaits dominate.
Top BaitCrankbait, Swimbait, Jig
Depth10-20 ft structure
Smallmouth Bass
FAIR
River smallmouth in deeper holes and pools. Slower presentations required.
Top BaitTube Jig, Crawfish Pattern, Ned Rig
DepthShoal tail-outs, 3-12 ft
Crappie
ACTIVE
Pre-spawn or fall pattern. Crappie suspending over deeper structure.
Top BaitSmall Tube Jig, Live Minnow, Slip Float
Depth12-20 ft brush
Catfish
ACTIVE
Catfish feeding well in spring and fall. Target deeper holes and channel swings.
Top BaitCut Shad, Chicken Liver, Prepared Stink Bait
DepthChannel edges, 10-30 ft
Bluegill / Bream
FAIR
Bluegill in slower mode. Small jigs under a float near dock pilings and woody structure.
Top BaitCricket, Worm, Small Jig (1/32 oz)
DepthSpawning: 1-4 ft. Non-spawn: dock edges 4-10 ft
Trout
ACTIVE
Trout active in stocked waters. Cold water temperatures keep fish feeding.
Top BaitPowerBait, Night Crawler, Inline Spinner
DepthStocked areas — designated lakes and streams
Species status is based on seasonal patterns and current conditions for Caddo Parish waters. Always verify LDWF regulations for creel limits, size minimums, and any current advisories before heading out.
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First Look
Weather & Fishing Conditions
54F
Clear
Feels like 54°F
as of 8:20 AM ET
Wind
0 mph N
Humidity
93%
Pressure
1024 hPa
Est. Water Temp
51°F
Moon
Waxing Gibbous
Sunrise / Sunset
7:23 am / 6:35 pm
Location
Shreveport, LA
On-the-Water Tips
- Calm winds make for ideal casting conditions. Fish will be spooky in clear water — use light line and natural presentations.
Solunar Index
Fishing Conditions Dashboard
Air Temperature
54°F
Too Hot — Dawn/Dusk
Wind Speed
0 mph
Calm — Ideal
Barometric Pressure
1024 hPa
Stable — Active
Moon Phase
🌔
Good
Extended Outlook
5-Day Fishing Forecast
TODAY
Sunny
83° / 52°
5 mph wind
GOOD
FRI
Sunny
84° / 54°
5 mph wind
GOOD
SAT
Sunny
84° / 54°
5 mph wind
GOOD
SUN
Mostly Sunny
79° / 54°
8 mph wind
GOOD
MON
Partly Sunny
80° / 52°
5 mph wind
GOOD
Lakes & Rivers
Water Body Profiles
1 fishing waters within Caddo Parish — with species, access, tips, and restrictions.
Caddo Lake
Lake
Largemouth Bass
Spotted Bass
Crappie
Catfish
A lake on the Louisiana–Texas line with special LDWF bass rules.
Public launches on the Louisiana side; see LDWF.
Angler Tip
Know the slot before you keep a bass.
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LDWF Regulations
License requirements, bag limits, and size limits for Caddo Parish waters. Always verify current regulations at wlf.louisiana.gov.
LA Fishing Licenses
Bag & Size Limits — Shreveport Waters
Regulations shown are for general reference. Special rules apply on many individual lakes and rivers. Always verify current rules with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries at wlf.louisiana.gov before keeping fish.
Spawn Timing & Key Dates
Season Calendar
Year-Round
Black Bass (largemouth and spotted)
10 per day, no size limit, in most state waters (exceptions listed by LDWF).
Year-Round
Crappie (black and white)
50 per day; 100 in possession, in most state waters.
Year-Round
Largemouth Bass (Caddo Lake)
14- to 18-inch protected slot; 8 per day, no more than 4 over 18 inches.
Spawn timing is approximate and based on typical Caddo Parish water temperature patterns. Actual timing varies by year and water body. LDWF trout stocking schedules are published annually — visit www.wlf.louisiana.gov for exact dates and stocking locations.
Questions and Answers
Fishing FAQ
Common questions about fishing in the Shreveport area, answered.
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Yes. Anglers need a Louisiana fishing license to fish public waters. See LDWF at wlf.louisiana.gov for current license ages, fees and any free fishing days.
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Caddo Parish has multiple public fishing lakes. Consult LDWF for a full lake-by-lake breakdown covering largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and bream.
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The best crappie fishing in Caddo Parish is during the spring spawn, which typically runs from late March through April when water temperatures reach 55-65 degrees F. Fish move into shallower water (2-6 feet) around structure, brush piles, and bridge pilings. A second run occurs in fall (October-November) when fish stage deeper at 12-18 feet as water cools.
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Yes — kayak fishing is well-suited for Shreveport lakes, especially smaller electric-only water bodies. State-park lakes often offer kayak and canoe rentals and allow human-powered craft without a boating permit. Local rivers frequently offer scenic float trips combining paddling and bass fishing. Consult LDWF for blueway maps and put-in/take-out points.
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Rivers near Shreveport typically hold a diverse bass fishery — largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, and rock bass in rocky shoals. Catfish (channel, blue, flathead) are common. Consult LDWF for stocking history and fly-fishing recommendations. Wade fishing at road crossings and kayak floats are the most productive approaches.
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LDWF stocks select Caddo Parish waters with trout, typically in spring and fall when water temperatures are suitable. Stocking locations and schedules are posted annually on the LDWF website at https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov/ — search for the freshwater trout stocking report. The standard trout bag limit is 5 per day during stocking season. Check the current LDWF schedule for specific lakes and streams stocked near Shreveport.
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