Kristy Christiansen 2017-01-15 13:22:28
Fishing in Houma ©Matthew Noel With an endless variety of options for getting out on the water, it’s easy to see why Louisiana is nicknamed Sportsman’s Paradise. Charter fishing in the Gulf of Mexico Grab a rod and reel and get ready to embark on a fishing adventure of a lifetime. Hire a charter and cast for trophy fish in the deep blue sea or spend some time dropping a line in world-famous lakes and rivers. No matter where your gear takes you, rest assured that in Louisiana, the fish are always biting. Head straight for the Gulf of Mexico in search of giants such as bull reds, tuna and blue marlin. Options are endless in Grand Isle, which boasts more than 280 species of fish. The barrier island hosts the nation’s oldest fishing tournament, the International Tarpon Rodeo, and the world’s largest extreme kayak fishing tournament, Ride the Bull. Nearby, Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes offer further access to the Gulf waters, as well as inland fishing in the waterways weaving through the area. Drive Highway 23 through Plaquemines Parish in search of Venice. This tiny village tops the charts for prime fishing locations and draws anglers from around the world looking to head oshore or fish the abundant Mississippi River Delta. Ride the Bull kayak fishing tournament ©Ride the Bull Slidell is a launching point for The Rigolets, a waterway connecting Lake Pontchartrain to Lake Borgne and the Gulf of Mexico. The result is lowsalinity water, prime grounds for speckled trout. Highway 82 runs along the coast in Vermilion and Cameron parishes. Use it as a thoroughfare to angling in Vermilion Bay and stops along Calcasieu Lake. On the border of Texas, Toledo Bend Reservoir stands like a siren call for bass fishermen. The Sabine River Authority operates several recreational areas along the reservoir, including the fullservice Cypress Bend Park. In Natchitoches, try Cane River Lake alongside historic downtown or Sibley Lake with its crappie, catfish and bass. North of town, Grand Ecore nestles close to the Red River, which is routinely ranked in Bassmaster’s list of 100 best bass fishing locations. Follow the river to Alexandria, then pick up fresh bait and set out for Cotile Lake Recreation Area or Buhlow Lake. Family fishing in Southwest Louisiana ©Lake Charles CVB/ Monsour Photography
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