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Fishing the Red River in Shreveport: Weather, Water Conditions, and Hotspots for February 2025
Hey there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on fishing in and around the Red River in Shreveport as of February 5, 2025.
First off, let's talk about the weather. Today, you can expect mostly cloudy skies, which is ideal for fishing. Temperatures will be in the mid-50s, making it a comfortable day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at about 7:15 AM, and sunset will be around 5:15 PM, giving you a good window of daylight to catch some fish.
Now, about the water conditions: the Red River at Shreveport is currently at a level of around 22.80 feet, well below the flood stage of 30 feet. The flow is approximately 20,000 cubic feet per second, which is manageable for a day of fishing. Since the Red River isn't a tidal river, you don't have to worry about tides affecting your fishing, but keep an eye on the water levels due to releases from the locks, as these can impact fishing conditions.
Fish activity has been decent lately, especially for largemouth bass. Anglers have been reporting catches in the 3-to-8-pound range, along with some channel catfish and crappie. The bass are particularly active in areas with structure like submerged logs, drop-offs, and near spawning flats.
For bass fishing, you can't go wrong with crankbaits and plastic worms. Use shad and chartreuse colors for crankbaits, and purple or black for plastic worms. These colors tend to attract the bass in these waters. Given the cooler temperatures, slower-moving baits like finesse jigs, compact jigs in green pumpkin, finesse worms, or Ned rigs are also producing good results.
If you're after catfish and crappie, traditional baits like nightcrawlers, stink baits, small jigs, and minnows are effective. For crappie, try using jerk baits or slower presentations like jigs.
Now, let's talk about some hot spots. The area around Red River South Marina is a hotspot, with plenty of bass and other species. The public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City, particularly around Lock & Dam #5, offer easy access and are known for good fishing conditions. The river lakes area and the backwaters are also great spots, especially near submerged structures.
Remember to check the local fishing reports and adjust your tactics according to the changing water conditions. With the cooler and cloudy weather, it's a great time to get out there and enjoy some quality fishing on the Red River in Shreveport.
So, grab your gear, and let's hit the water Happy fishing
First off, let's talk about the weather. Today, you can expect mostly cloudy skies, which is ideal for fishing. Temperatures will be in the mid-50s, making it a comfortable day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at about 7:15 AM, and sunset will be around 5:15 PM, giving you a good window of daylight to catch some fish.
Now, about the water conditions: the Red River at Shreveport is currently at a level of around 22.80 feet, well below the flood stage of 30 feet. The flow is approximately 20,000 cubic feet per second, which is manageable for a day of fishing. Since the Red River isn't a tidal river, you don't have to worry about tides affecting your fishing, but keep an eye on the water levels due to releases from the locks, as these can impact fishing conditions.
Fish activity has been decent lately, especially for largemouth bass. Anglers have been reporting catches in the 3-to-8-pound range, along with some channel catfish and crappie. The bass are particularly active in areas with structure like submerged logs, drop-offs, and near spawning flats.
For bass fishing, you can't go wrong with crankbaits and plastic worms. Use shad and chartreuse colors for crankbaits, and purple or black for plastic worms. These colors tend to attract the bass in these waters. Given the cooler temperatures, slower-moving baits like finesse jigs, compact jigs in green pumpkin, finesse worms, or Ned rigs are also producing good results.
If you're after catfish and crappie, traditional baits like nightcrawlers, stink baits, small jigs, and minnows are effective. For crappie, try using jerk baits or slower presentations like jigs.
Now, let's talk about some hot spots. The area around Red River South Marina is a hotspot, with plenty of bass and other species. The public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City, particularly around Lock & Dam #5, offer easy access and are known for good fishing conditions. The river lakes area and the backwaters are also great spots, especially near submerged structures.
Remember to check the local fishing reports and adjust your tactics according to the changing water conditions. With the cooler and cloudy weather, it's a great time to get out there and enjoy some quality fishing on the Red River in Shreveport.
So, grab your gear, and let's hit the water Happy fishing
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By Quiet. PleaseHey there, fellow anglers This is Artificial Lure, and I'm here to give you the lowdown on fishing in and around the Red River in Shreveport as of February 5, 2025.
First off, let's talk about the weather. Today, you can expect mostly cloudy skies, which is ideal for fishing. Temperatures will be in the mid-50s, making it a comfortable day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at about 7:15 AM, and sunset will be around 5:15 PM, giving you a good window of daylight to catch some fish.
Now, about the water conditions: the Red River at Shreveport is currently at a level of around 22.80 feet, well below the flood stage of 30 feet. The flow is approximately 20,000 cubic feet per second, which is manageable for a day of fishing. Since the Red River isn't a tidal river, you don't have to worry about tides affecting your fishing, but keep an eye on the water levels due to releases from the locks, as these can impact fishing conditions.
Fish activity has been decent lately, especially for largemouth bass. Anglers have been reporting catches in the 3-to-8-pound range, along with some channel catfish and crappie. The bass are particularly active in areas with structure like submerged logs, drop-offs, and near spawning flats.
For bass fishing, you can't go wrong with crankbaits and plastic worms. Use shad and chartreuse colors for crankbaits, and purple or black for plastic worms. These colors tend to attract the bass in these waters. Given the cooler temperatures, slower-moving baits like finesse jigs, compact jigs in green pumpkin, finesse worms, or Ned rigs are also producing good results.
If you're after catfish and crappie, traditional baits like nightcrawlers, stink baits, small jigs, and minnows are effective. For crappie, try using jerk baits or slower presentations like jigs.
Now, let's talk about some hot spots. The area around Red River South Marina is a hotspot, with plenty of bass and other species. The public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City, particularly around Lock & Dam #5, offer easy access and are known for good fishing conditions. The river lakes area and the backwaters are also great spots, especially near submerged structures.
Remember to check the local fishing reports and adjust your tactics according to the changing water conditions. With the cooler and cloudy weather, it's a great time to get out there and enjoy some quality fishing on the Red River in Shreveport.
So, grab your gear, and let's hit the water Happy fishing
First off, let's talk about the weather. Today, you can expect mostly cloudy skies, which is ideal for fishing. Temperatures will be in the mid-50s, making it a comfortable day to be out on the water. Sunrise is at about 7:15 AM, and sunset will be around 5:15 PM, giving you a good window of daylight to catch some fish.
Now, about the water conditions: the Red River at Shreveport is currently at a level of around 22.80 feet, well below the flood stage of 30 feet. The flow is approximately 20,000 cubic feet per second, which is manageable for a day of fishing. Since the Red River isn't a tidal river, you don't have to worry about tides affecting your fishing, but keep an eye on the water levels due to releases from the locks, as these can impact fishing conditions.
Fish activity has been decent lately, especially for largemouth bass. Anglers have been reporting catches in the 3-to-8-pound range, along with some channel catfish and crappie. The bass are particularly active in areas with structure like submerged logs, drop-offs, and near spawning flats.
For bass fishing, you can't go wrong with crankbaits and plastic worms. Use shad and chartreuse colors for crankbaits, and purple or black for plastic worms. These colors tend to attract the bass in these waters. Given the cooler temperatures, slower-moving baits like finesse jigs, compact jigs in green pumpkin, finesse worms, or Ned rigs are also producing good results.
If you're after catfish and crappie, traditional baits like nightcrawlers, stink baits, small jigs, and minnows are effective. For crappie, try using jerk baits or slower presentations like jigs.
Now, let's talk about some hot spots. The area around Red River South Marina is a hotspot, with plenty of bass and other species. The public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City, particularly around Lock & Dam #5, offer easy access and are known for good fishing conditions. The river lakes area and the backwaters are also great spots, especially near submerged structures.
Remember to check the local fishing reports and adjust your tactics according to the changing water conditions. With the cooler and cloudy weather, it's a great time to get out there and enjoy some quality fishing on the Red River in Shreveport.
So, grab your gear, and let's hit the water Happy fishing