Good morning, anglers! If you’re casting out in the Red River around Shreveport today, April 14, 2025, you're in for a treat, as conditions are shaping up wonderfully for a productive day of fishing.

The sunrise was at 6:28 AM, and you’ll have ample daylight until sunset at 7:23 PM. The weather looks promising, with clear skies and temperatures climbing from a comfortable 70°F this morning to a high of around 79°F midday. Winds are light, which makes for easy boating and casting, and water levels on the Red River are stable with moderate clarity. These conditions are ideal for targeting a variety of species.

Fish activity is strong this time of year. Largemouth bass are particularly active as they feed in preparation for spawning, and recent catches have included bass up to 3 pounds, channel catfish, paddlefish, and crappie. Additionally, sightings of alligator gar and grass carp suggest the river’s diverse ecosystem is thriving.

For lures, Texas-rigged creature baits in black or blue flake are excelling for largemouth bass, especially around submerged structures like stumps and logs in shallower waters. If you’re after catfish, bottom fishing with chicken liver, stink bait, or live shad works wonders. Crappie hunters will do well with live minnows or small jigs worked near brush piles or submerged vegetation.

Some standout hotspots include the oxbow lakes like Shaw Lake in Pool 5, which is teeming with bass and crappie. Another key area is the backwaters near Caddo Lake, well-known for their dense fish populations. If you’re targeting bass, the pad stems in Pools 4 and 5 are excellent areas as the fish gather around vegetation and spawning beds.

In summary, the Red River offers exceptional opportunities today for anglers of all skill levels. Whether you're looking for a lunker largemouth or filling a cooler with catfish and crappie, the conditions are just right. Tight lines and happy fishing!