Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Red River fishing report for March 17, 2025. Let me tell you, the fishing's been hotter than a crawfish boil lately!

First off, we don't have tides to worry about here on the Red, but the river level's holding steady at about 21 feet in Shreveport. That's well below flood stage, so we're sitting pretty for some good fishing.

Weather-wise, we're looking at a beautiful spring day. Highs around 75°F with partly cloudy skies and a light breeze. Perfect conditions to be out on the water! Sunrise was at 7:26 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 7:22 PM.

Now, let's talk fish. The bass have been on fire lately, especially largemouth. Anglers have been pulling in some real beauties in the 3-8 pound range. Crappie fishing's been solid too, with folks catching their limits pretty quick. And don't forget about those catfish - channel cats and flatheads have been biting like crazy.

For lures, you can't go wrong with a Rat-L-Trap in shad or chartreuse. Crankbaits and soft plastics are working well too. If you're after bass, try pitching a jig with a craw trailer around submerged timber. For crappie, minnows or small jigs under a bobber are the ticket.

As for hot spots, the sandbars and rock jetties in the main river have been producing well. The backwater areas around Bossier City are holding some nice bass too. If you're looking for a specific place to launch, check out the Red River South Marina or the ramp at Richard Fleming Park.

Remember, the fish have been stacking up near current breaks and structure, so keep an eye on your fish finder. And don't be afraid to move around if you're not getting bites - the fish are there, you just gotta find 'em!

That's all for now, folks. Get out there and tight lines to ya!