Abita Springs, LA Fishing Trip — April
Your Abita Springs, LA Fishing Trip
April2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in April
5 species
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
GoodHybrid Striped Bass
Various
GoodWhite Bass
Various
55 Guides Near Abita Springs
No guides are based in Abita Springs, but these guides operate nearby.
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Louisiana Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$9.50
Non-Resident$60
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Basic freshwater license. Saltwater license additional.
Species Regulations
Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
Special regulations may apply on certain bodies of water; consult the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries regulations.
Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Only two striped bass in the daily creel may exceed 30 inches total length.
Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No more than 2 over 20 inches