Louisiana Travel Guide - 2026
Fishing Louisiana’s Waters
2026-02-18 06:58:52
LEARN WHERE THE LOCALS GO TO REEL IN THE BIG ONE
Catch this insider’s guide to the best fishing experiences from coast to inland.
Grand Isle
With access to great saltwater fishing in the Gulf and inland bays and marshes, Grand Isle is a hotbed of diverse and abundant species. Hook up with Southern Angler Fishing Charters for the adventure and take your haul to Hurricane Hole for a classic catch-and-cook.
Toledo Bend Reservoir
Start your legendary fish tale on one of the best bass lakes in the nation by taking part in the Lunker Bass Program or a fishing tournament in Zwolle. Pop into the beloved Toledo Town & Tackle for gear and gab.
Venice
A guide is a must for navigating the passes, bayous and canals of Venice’s waters, both in and offshore. Super Strike Charters offers a variety of overnight fishing trips, or you can take it slow with Kayak Venice.
Lake D’Arbonne State Park
Make a fishing week of it in a deluxe cabin on one of the state’s largest and most scenic lakes in Farmerville. The knowledgeable folks at Cooter’s Bait & Tackle know what’s biting at any time of year.
Jean Lafitte
Just 30 minutes from New Orleans you can fish inland saltwater with ease. Drop a line off the pier without much fuss, or spend the day with Reel Cajun Fishing, whose Cajun-meal package will make sure your hunger is satisfied ’round the clock.
Poverty Point Reservoir
Get of-the-minute bait recommendations and conditions at the marina, then grab your binoculars for the excellent birding ops that come with a trip to Poverty Point Reservoir in Delhi, thanks to its position along the Mississippi Flyway.
My Louisiana Outdoors
“I’ve been fishing since I was about 12 and I’ve been hooked ever since. There’s just something about being on the water with no worries. It is a place where you can dig deep into yourself, discover things you may have not yet discovered and find peace.”
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