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Shreveport, LA Fishing Trip — May

Your Shreveport, LA Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 82°F / Low 66°F7.7" rain · 16 rainy daysWarm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

What’s Biting in May

14 species
Striped BassExcellent
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
BluegillExcellent
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing
Spotted BassExcellent
Spotted Bass
Casting · Jigging
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
CatfishExcellent
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
White CatfishExcellent
White Catfish
Various
Bullhead CatfishExcellent
Bullhead Catfish
Various
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Alligator GarExcellent
Alligator Gar
Various

May Weather in Shreveport

82°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
7.7"
Rainfall
16
Rainy Days

Warm with frequent rain — pack a rain jacket and quick-dry clothes.

5 Guides Near Shreveport

No guides are based in Shreveport, but these guides operate nearby.

Martin's Guide Service - Martin's Guide Service
Martin's Guide Service

Martin's Guide Service

5(297)Top Rated

Find answers to your frequently asked questions about guided fishing charters by the expert anglers at Martin's Guide Service.

Noble, Louisiana
Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend - Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend
Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend

Living the Dream Guide Service on Toledo Bend

4.7(174)Top Rated
Many, Louisiana
Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service - Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service
Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service

Sac-A-lait Slab Hunter Guide Service

4(15)
Many, Louisiana
Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service - Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service
Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service

Sacalait Slab Hunter Guide Service

5(1)Top Rated
inshore
Many, Louisiana
Ltd Marina - Ltd Marina
Ltd Marina

Ltd Marina

5(1)Top Rated

Get ready for a outdoor experience that exceeds expectations! We specialize in bass and crappie fishing, we are professional guides that are knowledgeable and consistent at providing year-round fishing fun and lasting memories. We can serve your needs on Toledo Bend, Sam Rayburn or anywhere you may want to venture.

freshwaterLargemouth BassCrappie
Many, Louisiana

Prepare for Your Trip

Gear recommendations and packing list for your trip. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about gear. Here's a recommended packing list:

Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
Polarized sunglasses
Hat or visor
Weather-appropriate clothing
Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
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)
Bug spray
Rain gear
Light rain jacket
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Find Hotels
Shreveport from ~$150/night
Rent a Car
Pickup in Shreveport

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

Things to Do in Shreveport

Activities for your non-fishing days

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What's Biting By Month

Peak
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Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Bluegill

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Spotted Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Louisiana Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$9.50
Non-Resident$60
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Basic freshwater license. Saltwater license additional.

Buy License Online — Louisiana

Species 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.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass are considered the same species in Louisiana for regulation purposes.

Bluegill
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Spotted Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day in aggregate with Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass
Size Limit:No size limit

In Lake Ouachita and its tributaries, the daily take and possession limit for black bass (largemouth, spotted, smallmouth, and Guadalupe bass, singly or in combination) is 6, only one of which may exceed 17 inches total length.

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