Ponchatoula, LA Fishing Trip — January
Your Ponchatoula, LA Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 37°F4.3" rain · 12 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in January
GoodBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
LowWhite Bass
Various
January Weather in Ponchatoula
57°F
Avg High
37°F
Avg Low
4.3"
Rainfall
12
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
40 Guides Near Ponchatoula
No guides are based in Ponchatoula, 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
Peak
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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 offshore Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
Louisiana Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$9.50
Non-Resident$60
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Basic freshwater license. Saltwater license additional.
Species Regulations
Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Anglers are encouraged to harvest blue catfish to help control the population.
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.
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.
White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit