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Red River Fishing Report - March 2025: Bass Bonanza, Stripers Biting, and Catfish Aplenty
Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Red River fishing report for March 23, 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 16.7 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 68°F with partly cloudy skies and light winds. Perfect conditions to be out on the water! Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 7:19 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, with a few lunkers pushing 10 pounds. Striped bass action has been solid too, with several 20+ pounders caught near the Texas-Oklahoma border. And don't forget about those catfish - both blue and channel cats have been biting well.
For lures, you can't go wrong with chartreuse spinnerbaits or dark-colored jigs in the backwater areas. Crankbaits in shad patterns have been producing near submerged timber and along rocky points. If you're after catfish, try cut shad or stinkbait near deeper holes and along the main channel edges.
As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying around the Highway 1 bridge area or up near Lock and Dam 5. The oxbow lakes off the main channel have been producing well too, especially for crappie.
Remember, the river can be tricky to navigate, so keep an eye out for submerged structures and always wear your life jacket. That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and good fishing!
First off, we don't have tides to worry about here on the Red, but the river level's holding steady at about 16.7 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 68°F with partly cloudy skies and light winds. Perfect conditions to be out on the water! Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 7:19 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, with a few lunkers pushing 10 pounds. Striped bass action has been solid too, with several 20+ pounders caught near the Texas-Oklahoma border. And don't forget about those catfish - both blue and channel cats have been biting well.
For lures, you can't go wrong with chartreuse spinnerbaits or dark-colored jigs in the backwater areas. Crankbaits in shad patterns have been producing near submerged timber and along rocky points. If you're after catfish, try cut shad or stinkbait near deeper holes and along the main channel edges.
As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying around the Highway 1 bridge area or up near Lock and Dam 5. The oxbow lakes off the main channel have been producing well too, especially for crappie.
Remember, the river can be tricky to navigate, so keep an eye out for submerged structures and always wear your life jacket. That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and good fishing!
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By Quiet. PleaseHey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Red River fishing report for March 23, 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 16.7 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 68°F with partly cloudy skies and light winds. Perfect conditions to be out on the water! Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 7:19 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, with a few lunkers pushing 10 pounds. Striped bass action has been solid too, with several 20+ pounders caught near the Texas-Oklahoma border. And don't forget about those catfish - both blue and channel cats have been biting well.
For lures, you can't go wrong with chartreuse spinnerbaits or dark-colored jigs in the backwater areas. Crankbaits in shad patterns have been producing near submerged timber and along rocky points. If you're after catfish, try cut shad or stinkbait near deeper holes and along the main channel edges.
As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying around the Highway 1 bridge area or up near Lock and Dam 5. The oxbow lakes off the main channel have been producing well too, especially for crappie.
Remember, the river can be tricky to navigate, so keep an eye out for submerged structures and always wear your life jacket. That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and good fishing!
First off, we don't have tides to worry about here on the Red, but the river level's holding steady at about 16.7 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 68°F with partly cloudy skies and light winds. Perfect conditions to be out on the water! Sunrise was at 7:32 AM, and we'll have daylight until sunset at 7:19 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, with a few lunkers pushing 10 pounds. Striped bass action has been solid too, with several 20+ pounders caught near the Texas-Oklahoma border. And don't forget about those catfish - both blue and channel cats have been biting well.
For lures, you can't go wrong with chartreuse spinnerbaits or dark-colored jigs in the backwater areas. Crankbaits in shad patterns have been producing near submerged timber and along rocky points. If you're after catfish, try cut shad or stinkbait near deeper holes and along the main channel edges.
As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying around the Highway 1 bridge area or up near Lock and Dam 5. The oxbow lakes off the main channel have been producing well too, especially for crappie.
Remember, the river can be tricky to navigate, so keep an eye out for submerged structures and always wear your life jacket. That's all for now, folks. Tight lines and good fishing!