Red River Shreveport Fishing Report Today

Morning y’all, Artificial Lure here with your on-the-water scoop for June 20, 2025, straight from the Red River around Shreveport.

Sunrise hit at 6:15 a.m. and you’ve got till sunset at 8:15 p.m. to chase your limit under mostly clear skies. Expect low 80s by midday with a light southwest breeze—a classic North Louisiana summer morning. No tides to worry about on the Red, and river levels are steady around 14 feet. That famous Red River stain is just right for fishing—visibility isn’t perfect, but the bite’s been hot all week.

Water temps are cruising into the low 70s and the post-spawn largemouth have been on a tear. Bass in the 3-to-8-pound range are common now, with some lucky anglers even landing double-digits. Best action’s coming from main channel ledges, sandbars, and anywhere you find timber or submerged brush. Texas rigs in black/blue or watermelon seed plastic worms are tough to beat, but Carolina rigs are pulling their weight too. Chartreuse spinnerbaits and dark-colored jigs have been crushing bass around the oxbows and up near the Highway 1 bridge. Bandit 200 crankbaits in shad or chartreuse patterns are a local top pick and soft jerkbaits like Shadicks are working where the grass gets thick.

Don’t sleep on the catfish bite—channel cats are hungry, especially on cut bait or nightcrawlers fished deep near the outer bends and eddy pools. Crappie have slowed in the heat, but you’ll still pick a few up in the shade on jigs or live minnows.

If you’re looking for hotspots, the river lakes area is firing on all cylinders for bass, with the pools near Lock & Dam #5 and Red River South Marina consistently producing fish. The cuts and backwaters off the main channel, especially around old timber, are holding solid numbers right now.

For those bank fishing, try near public accesses from Vivian to Bossier City—the water’s right for tossing a crankbait or worm along the edges.

To recap, bring shad and chartreuse crankbaits, black or purple plastics, and spinnerbaits. Early and late are best, but with today’s mild breeze, you’ll find steady action most of the day.

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Artificial Lure here with your Red River, Shreveport fishing report for today, June 18, 2025. Sunrise popped right at 6:15 AM, with sunset wrapping things up at 8:15 PM, so you’ve got over fourteen hours of daylight to get your lines wet. The weather is about as perfect as we can wish for in North Louisiana this time of year: clear skies, highs in the low 80s, and a gentle southwest breeze running 3–5 mph—prime for fishing the river or sneaking into a shady oxbow.

No need to worry about tides on the Red River, but the river’s holding steady at around 14 feet, with a bit of the usual stain in the water. Visibility is good enough to work both the main channel and the backwaters, which often have different hues and clarity depending on recent rain and wind. Water temps are sitting comfortable in the low 70s, keeping the post-spawn action alive and well. According to local podcasts and fishing reports, the river’s at its classic early-summer best, with conditions ripe for a good haul.

Bass fishing is the headline story right now. Largemouths in the 3-to-8-pound range are showing up all over the place, with a handful of double-digit fish pulled out around the Highway 1 bridge and near submerged timber, especially in the river’s backwater oxbows and along main river ledges. Anglers are reporting the hot baits as Texas-rigged worms and Carolina rigs in watermelon seed or black/blue. If crankbaits are your style, don’t leave home without a Bandit 200 in shad or chartreuse. Soft jerkbaits like Shadicks have been especially lethal around grass lines and shallow timber, while chartreuse spinnerbaits and dark jigs are getting hammered in rocky spots and near laydowns.

Catfish and crappie are steady, too, with a few nice channels and slabs coming from deeper holes on nightcrawlers and minnows. If you’re looking to mix things up, classic jigs and live bait are still the way to go for those species, especially in the slower-moving sections and cuts off the main flow.

For hot spots, the pools between Lock & Dam #5 and Red River South Marina continue to deliver, with the river lakes area and the oxbows off Bossier City holding some of the best action. The old timber and rocky points around the Highway 1 bridge are another solid bet if you want to chase after those heavy bass.

That’s the scoop for today—from stained river water to oxbow honey holes, there’s no shortage of bites if you line things up right. Thanks for tuning in to your daily Red River fishing update, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a tip from Artificial Lure. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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Good morning, folks—Artificial Lure here with your Red River, Shreveport fishing report for June 6, 2025.

We had a classic North Louisiana sunrise this morning at 6:39 a.m., with sunset coming up tonight at 8:12 p.m. Weather’s near perfect for hitting the water: expect highs in the upper 70s, light southeast breeze, and just enough cloud cover to keep the fish active. No tides to worry about here, but Red River’s levels are holding steady right around 14 feet—water’s got a bit of stain but still really fishable, perfect for working those backwaters and main channels.

Fish activity is picking up with the warming water temps. Largemouth bass are still hot, especially in the 3-8 pound range, with a few double-digit fish landed this week. Reports from the oxbows and around the Highway 1 bridge say chartreuse spinnerbaits and dark jigs are getting hammered by bass near submerged timber and rocky points. Crankbaits in a shad pattern have also put a few solid fish in the boat. For best results, fish early and late when that bite is strong.

The striper bite remains solid—anglers are picking up 10- to 20-pounders on live shad and big swimbaits, particularly near Lock and Dam 5 and deeper runs off the main river. If you’re fishing for bragging rights, that’s where you want to be; a few folks have reported even bigger fish closer to the Texas-Oklahoma border stretch of the Red, but plenty of action to be had right here in Shreveport.

Catfishing is as good as ever. Best bets for big blues and channels are cut shad and live bluegill fished deep along channel edges. Nightcrawlers and stinkbait are bagging good numbers of eating-sized cats for folks fishing from the bank and boats alike. The deeper holes and current seams are your target spots—expect steady action most of the day.

Crappie bite is fair but picking up—see the oxbow lakes and backwater sloughs, especially around submerged brush piles. Live minnows under a slip bobber have been the ticket, though some locals are getting them on small tube jigs with a slow retrieve.

For those looking for hot spots: definitely try working around the Highway 1 bridge, Lock and Dam 5, and the oxbow lakes off the main channel. The backwater cuts and lateral ditches are holding good numbers of both bass and crappie. Always watch for submerged structure—Red River can be sneaky.

Don’t forget, this weekend is Free Fishing Weekend, so it’s a great time to bring new anglers or kids out to enjoy this outstanding resource, courtesy of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

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Morning folks, this is Artificial Lure bringing you today's fishing report for the Red River around Shreveport for Sunday, June 1st, 2025.

We're looking at another beautiful day on the water with sunrise at 6:15 AM and sunset coming at 8:15 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to reel in some beauties. Weather-wise, we're expecting clear skies with temperatures climbing into the low 80s by midday, with a gentle breeze out of the southwest at 3-5 mph – perfect fishing conditions!

Water levels on the main river are holding steady around 14 feet, with clarity a bit stained but definitely fishable. Water temps have warmed up nicely into the low 70s, which has the post-spawn bite absolutely firing right now.

Bass fishing continues to be red hot on the Red River! Largemouths in the 3-to-8-pound range are being caught consistently, especially along main river ledges, sandbars, and around old timber. Texas-rigged worms in black/blue or watermelon seed colors are doing the trick, and Carolina rigs are equally effective. Don't leave home without some Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse patterns – they've been absolutely crushing it lately. Soft jerkbaits like Shadicks are also producing when fish are tight to grass lines.

Catfishing has been just as impressive – blue cats and flatheads are actively feeding, with some real monsters being pulled in. Fresh cut shad or live bluegill are your best bets for the bigger ones.

For you crappie anglers, the bite has been decent around brush piles and deeper structure. Minnows and small jigs in white or chartreuse are your go-to baits.

Hot spots this week include the river lakes area and all five pools of the Red River. I'm particularly hearing great reports from Lock & Dam #5 and the backwaters around the Red River South Marina. Grand Bayou in Red River Parish is also producing some quality bass for those willing to work their electronics in the deeper water.

For those new to the area, public boat launches are available from Vivian to Bossier City, making it easy to access these prime fishing spots. Just remember to check water control reports before heading out, as releases at the locks can change conditions.

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Morning y’all, this is Artificial Lure coming to you live with your complete Red River fishing report for the Shreveport area, Saturday, May 31, 2025.

We’re kicking things off with perfect late-spring conditions. Sunrise lit up the river at 6:08 AM and sunset’s not until 8:17 PM, giving you plenty of daylight for a full day of casting. Right now, the weather’s cooperating with highs right around 75 degrees, mostly clear skies, and light winds—ideal for both boat and bank fishing.

The Red River’s steady at about 14 feet with that classic stained look—just right to get those fish comfortable and feeding. Water temps are sitting pretty in the 60 to 65-degree range, and the bite’s been hot all week. According to the Red River Shreveport Daily Fishing Report, largemouth bass are still king, with steady action on fish in the three-to-eight-pound range. The backwater coves and sandbars are lighting up with bass, especially around current breaks and rock jetties. Folks are also hauling in nice stringers of crappie, which are stacking up near brush piles and submerged structure—great size and numbers being reported.

For baits and lures, it’s hard to beat a Bandit 200 crankbait in shad or chartreuse for those bass, especially along rocks and jetties. Texas-rigged creature baits in black-and-blue flake are getting solid strikes too, and if you’re targeting grass lines, try a soft jerkbait like a Shadick. Crappie anglers are still doing best with small tube jigs and live minnows, mostly early in the morning and again just before sunset.

Catfish are running steady on the channel edges and deeper holes. Can’t go wrong with classic Red River cat tactics: cut shad, nightcrawlers, and chicken liver. Local anglers have been reporting some hefty blues and channels pulled from the deeper troughs.

For the best chances today, hit the backwater sloughs near Hamel Memorial Park for great bass and crappie action, or try the rock jetties just south of the downtown boat launch, which have been hot spots all week. According to local crews and the Red River Shreveport Daily Fishing Report, those areas are seeing the most consistent catches right now.

If you’re planning your trip, the bite’s best right around sunrise and again as the sun sets. With steady river levels and good weather in store, you can expect fish to stay active throughout the weekend.

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Howdy, fishin' folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this fine Friday, May 30th, 2025.

Weather's lookin' mighty fine today with temps in the mid-70s. Sun rose at about 6:15 AM and will set around 8:20 PM, giving y'all plenty of daylight hours on the water. The Red River ain't tidal, so no need to worry about that, but I do need to mention something important - water levels are the big story today.

The river's been risin' steadily since early May when we were just under "Action" flood stage. With all that upstream rainfall we've had plus the water coming down from the Texas-Oklahoma border, we're seein' elevated levels. Check the latest water control report before heading out as conditions can change quickly.

Despite the high water, the fishin's been downright fantastic! Bass fishing remains hot with largemouths in the 3-to-8-pound range being caught consistently. The catfishing has been just as impressive - they've been running in the channels since early May when water temps hit those high 50s, and now they're in full pre-spawn mode.

For you bass anglers, crankbaits in shad and chartreuse patterns are still producing, especially with this stained water we've got. Plastic worms in purple or black have been money too. If you're after those catfish, fresh cut bait has been the ticket.

Hot spots? Y'all should definitely check out the river lakes area and the pools around Lock & Dam #5. The Red River South Marina's been producing some nice catches too. With the higher water, look for fish pushed up into flooded timber and along the newly submerged shorelines.

For my crappie hunters, they've been biting well on minnows and jigs. The cooler spots in the backwaters have been holding good numbers. Try fishing straight up and down in pole timber or brushpiles - that's been working great all season.

Public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City give you plenty of access points, but do be careful with the higher water - watch for debris and stronger currents.

All in all, it's a great time to be fishing the Red River if you're mindful of the water levels. The bass are bitin', the cats are hungry, and there's plenty of action to go around.

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Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025.

We're looking at another gorgeous day on the water with temperatures starting in the upper 60s and climbing to around 82 degrees by afternoon. Skies are partly cloudy with light winds around 5-8 mph, making for some mighty fine fishing conditions whether you're bank fishing or out on your boat. Sunrise was at 6:40 AM, and you've got until about 8:05 PM before sunset, so plenty of daylight hours to reel in those beauties.

Water levels have been holding steady this past week, which is creating prime fishing opportunities, especially during the early morning and evening hours. The water's running a bit stained – just how the fish like it this time of year.

Let me tell y'all, the fishing action on the Red River is absolutely spectacular right now! Bass fishing couldn't be better, with largemouth hitting just about anything you throw their way, particularly in that 3 to 8 foot depth range. Look for them around large woody structure and submerged timber. Chatterbaits and spinner baits have been producing consistent strikes in the early morning, while Texas-rigged worms and Carolina rigs are working wonders in the 8-14 foot depth range.

White bass are schooling up something fierce in the main river and deeper cuts. Throw those small inline spinners or jigging spoons, and you'll be filling up your stringer in no time. Several anglers have been reporting limits in under an hour!

For you crappie lovers, they've been moving toward structure near major creek entrances, bridge pilings, and standing timber. Small minnows and jigs are your ticket to success with these tasty panfish.

Catfish action is excellent too, especially in the 3-10 foot range. Channel cats are moving nearshore looking for spawning habitat, and they've been biting well on cut bait fished near channel breaks. Cut shad and punch bait are bringing in good numbers of both channel and blue cats.

For hot spots, y'all might want to check out the areas around rock jetties and sandbars, which have been producing some nice largemouth. The backwaters are also firing on all cylinders. For white bass, focus on those deeper cuts where they're schooling up.

Tight lines and good fishing to all of you! This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow's report.

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Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Monday morning, May 26, 2025.

The sun rose about an hour ago at 6:40 AM, and we're looking at another fantastic day ahead for all you anglers out there. Weather's shaping up mighty fine with temperatures starting in the mid-60s and climbing to around 80 degrees by afternoon under partly cloudy skies. We've got gentle winds at 6-10 mph, making for some real nice fishing conditions. You'll have plenty of daylight to work with as sunset won't be until around 8:05 PM.

Water conditions on the Red River remain stellar for just about everything that swims. Water levels have stabilized nicely over the past week, with streamflow measuring around 86 cubic-feet-per-second above Questa as of the latest readings. That's down a bit from the 108 CFS we saw a few days back, creating some prime fishing opportunities, especially in the morning and evening hours.

Let me tell y'all, bass fishing has been absolutely phenomenal! Largemouth are hitting hard in that 3 to 8 foot depth range, especially around large woody structure. They're striking just about anything you throw their way right now. Chatterbaits and spinner baits are producing consistent strikes in the early morning, while Texas-rigged worms and Carolina rigs are your ticket for success in the 8-14 foot range during midday, especially around ledges and submerged timber.

Crappie action continues to be strong too. They're transitioning between shallow and deep water, with many moving toward deeper brush piles as the water warms. Look for them around structure near major creek entrances, bridge pilings, and standing timber. Small minnows under corks at 4-12 feet around trees have been the ticket, and jigs in white or chartreuse are working wonders.

For you catfish enthusiasts, channel cats are moving nearshore looking for spawning habitat. They've been biting well on cut bait and punch bait fished near channel breaks in the 3-10 foot range.

White bass are schooling up nicely in the main river and deeper cuts. Small inline spinners and jigging spoons have been producing limits for many anglers, especially during early morning or late afternoon.

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying the sandbars and rock jetties for those largemouths, and the backwaters have been particularly productive lately. Bridge pilings near the Highway 71 crossing have been yielding nice crappie, while the deeper channel edges near the casino area are giving up good numbers of cats.

Tight lines, friends! This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow. See y'all on the water!

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Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Sunday morning, May 25, 2025.

Weather's looking mighty fine today with temps starting in the mid-60s and climbing to around 75 degrees by afternoon. We've got partly cloudy skies and light winds, making for perfect fishing conditions whether you're on the bank or out in your boat. Sunrise was at 6:44 AM, and you've got until about 7:51 PM before sunset, so plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties.

Water levels are holding steady around 14 feet, with a slight increase in flow to about 110 cubic-feet-per-second compared to earlier this month, but still creating prime fishing conditions[3]. The water's running a bit stained – just how the fish like it this time of year.

Let me tell y'all, the fishing action on the Red River is absolutely on fire right now! Bass fishing couldn't be better as we're catching the tail end of the spawn. Those largemouths are hitting hard along sandbars, rock jetties, and in the backwaters. Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse patterns are working wonders, and Texas-rigged creature baits in black and blue flake are producing consistently[4].

White bass are schooling up something fierce in the main river and deeper cuts. Throw those small inline spinners or jigging spoons and watch your stringer fill up quick. Just a few days ago, several anglers were reporting limits of whites in under an hour!

Catfish action is excellent too, especially in the 3-10 foot range. Cut shad and punch bait are your tickets to success here, with many folks reporting good numbers of both channel and blue cats[4].

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying the rock jetties near Lock and Dam #5, where the bass have been stacking up like cordwood. Another prime location is the backwater area just north of the Highway 71 bridge – been producing some monster cats lately.

For those targeting trout, the Red River Hatchery Pond reopened recently and was stocked on May 12 with 400 catchable-size rainbow trout. Just remember this spot is reserved for our youngsters 11 and under or seniors 65 and older[5].

Eagle Rock Lake near Questa is another good option, stocked on May 8 with nearly 500 catchable rainbows plus some bigger 15-inch beauties[5].

Y'all get out there and enjoy this perfect Sunday on the water. This is Artificial Lure signing off until tomorrow. Tight lines, everyone!

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Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Saturday morning, May 24, 2025.

The sun rose about an hour ago, and we're looking at a fantastic day ahead for all you anglers out there. Water conditions on the Red River remain stellar for bass, crappie, and just about everything else that swims.

Water levels have been stabilizing this past week, with streamflow measuring around 108 cubic-feet-per-second below Questa as of just a few days ago. That's creating some prime fishing opportunities, especially in the morning and evening hours.

Bass fishing has been particularly hot this week. I've been getting reports of largemouth hitting just about anything you throw their way, especially in that 3 to 8 foot depth range. Look for them around large woody structure. Chatterbaits and spinner baits have been producing consistent strikes, particularly in the early morning hours.

Crappie action continues to be strong too. They've been moving toward structure near major creek entrances, bridge pilings, and standing timber. Small minnows and jigs are your best bet for these tasty panfish.

For you catfish enthusiasts, channel cats are moving nearshore looking for spawning habitat. They've been biting well on cut bait fished near channel breaks.

As for hot spots, I'd recommend trying the areas near Indian Harbor where folks have been having excellent luck with blue catfish. Also, the stretch from Decordova Subdivision to Blue Water Shores has been yielding some nice striped bass action for those trolling Alabama rigs and using live shad.

Bait-wise, red worms and wax worms are working well for the sunfish. For lures, you can't go wrong with inline spinners or trout magnets right now. The bass have been hitting soft plastics and lipless crankbaits worked in the backs of sloughs and creeks.

Water temperature is hovering in the mid-70s, which is perfect for triggering active feeding. Clarity is improving in the upper ends of the river, while the lower sections are running fairly clear.

Remember that with Memorial Day weekend upon us, we're going to see increased boat traffic. Please be courteous out there, wear your life jackets, and take a moment to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Sunset tonight will be around 8:15 PM, giving you plenty of time to get out there and wet a line. This weekend is shaping up to be one of the best fishing opportunities we've had all spring.

That's all for today's report, folks. As always, good luck and good fishing. This is Artificial Lure signing off until next time.

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