Where They Live
River holes, channel bends, current breaks, submerged timber, riprap, reservoir flats and deeper water near feeding areas.
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🐟 Freshwater Fish Group
Catfish Fishing in Louisiana
Channel, blue and flathead catfish are common Louisiana targets
Louisiana offers excellent catfish fishing from large rivers and reservoirs to smaller lakes, bayous and backwaters.
How to Fish
Cut bait, live bait, worms and prepared baits are common choices. The best bait and presentation often depend on whether you are targeting channel, blue or flathead catfish.
Seasonal Pattern
Catfish are caught year-round. Current, water temperature, river stage and seasonal movements can strongly affect where fish concentrate.
Quick Tip
On moving water, look for current seams and slower water near deeper channels rather than simply fishing the strongest current.
📏 LOUISIANA REGULATIONS
FreshwaterCatfish Size, Creel & License Guide
Quick planning summary based on current LDWF recreational fishing rules. Always verify before harvesting fish.
📍 Special waterbody / harvest notes
Up to 25 undersized catfish may be kept within the statewide aggregate. Caddo Lake, Sabine River and Toledo Bend have different catfish limits and sizes.
Important: Regulations, emergency rules, seasons and waterbody exceptions can change. The official LDWF regulations control if anything on this page differs.
WHERE TO CATCH THEM
Catfish Waters in Louisiana
Locations currently tagged for catfish on Fishing Louisiana Waters.
11 locations
