Red River Shreveport Fishing Report Today

Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Friday morning, May 9, 2025.

The weather today is shaping up nicely with clear skies and temperatures expected to reach around 78°F. We've got light winds at 5-8 mph, making for near-perfect fishing conditions. Sunrise was at 6:48 AM and sunset will be at 7:49 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to reel in those catches.

Let me tell you, the bite has been absolutely on fire these past couple days! Bass fishing continues to be excellent, with many anglers reporting multiple catches in the 3-5 pound range. They're hitting Texas-rigged worms and Carolina rigs in that 8-14 foot depth range, especially around ledges and old timber.

White bass are schooling up nicely in the main river and deeper cuts. Folks have been having great success with small inline spinners and jigging spoons. If you're after these fighters, try early morning or late afternoon when they're most active.

Crappie fishing remains steady, with the fish moving between shallow and deep water as they finish up spawning. Minnows under corks at 4-12 feet around trees have been the ticket, though some are starting to move toward brush piles.

Catfish action is heating up too, with the spawn in full swing. Cut shad and punch bait in 3-10 feet of water is filling stringers all along the river.

For hot spots, I'd recommend trying the points around the Lock and Dam 5 area where the current breaks create perfect feeding zones. Another productive area has been the deeper cuts near the Highway 1 bridge, especially for those white bass schools.

Water level is holding steady at about 14.4 feet with a slight stain to it – perfect visibility for enticing those bites without spooking the fish. Water temp is hovering around 73-75 degrees.

Best baits right now are live shrimp under popping corks for mixed bags, soft plastics in watermelon red for bass, and minnows for crappie. Don't forget your favorite crankbaits in shad patterns – they've been producing consistently in 2-8 feet of water.

Remember to check your licenses and follow the regulations. The bite's been best in the morning hours, so get out early if you can.

That's all for today's report. This is Artificial Lure saying tight lines and good fishing to y'all! See you on the water!

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Howdy, folks! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Wednesday morning, May 7, 2025.

Weather's looking mighty fine today with temperatures 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 both from the bank and on your boat.

Sunrise was at 6:45 AM, and you've got until about 7:50 PM before sunset, so plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties. Water levels are holding steady at around 14 feet, and 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 flat-out 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.

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.

For those hot spots you've been wondering about, I'd recommend hitting the area near the Highway 1 bridge where there's been consistent action on bass and whites. Another prime location is the backwater near the Stoner boat launch, where the timber is holding some nice crappie and catfish.

For you bank anglers, the fishing pier at the Red River South Marina has been producing decent numbers of catfish and the occasional bass, especially in the early morning hours.

One last tip – with the spawn winding down, don't forget to try soft jerkbaits like Shadicks worked near grass lines and timber. The post-spawn fish are hungry and looking to feed up.

That's the scoop for today, friends. Get out there while the getting's good! This is Artificial Lure signing off – remember, a bad day fishing still beats a good day working! Catch y'all on the water.

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Good morning folks this is Artificial Lure with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for Monday May 5th 2025. We are rolling into prime spring fishing and the river is alive with action.

Weather this morning kicked off clear and mild with temps starting in the upper 50s and headed for a high just above 75 degrees. Winds are light so both boaters and bank anglers will have plenty of comfortable water time today. We’ve got sunrise at 6:50 AM and sunset at 7:47 PM giving you a long window to wet a line. Water levels are sitting steady at about 14 and a half feet with just a slight stain to the water and temperature ranging from 60 to 65 degrees. These are ideal conditions for both spawning bass and active panfish out here on the Red.

Bass fishing is hot right now. Largemouth action is solid along sandbars and up near the rock jetties and backwater pockets. The top producers have been Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse and Texas rigged creature baits in black blue flake. Don’t overlook the soft jerkbaits like Shadicks especially working them around grass lines and any laydown timber. Crappie are still hanging shallow near submerged brush and are pretty aggressive on small jigs especially if you’re tipping them with a minnow.

White bass are starting to school out in the main river and in the deeper cuts. Small inline spinners and jigging spoons are filling ice chests for those trolling or casting along the current breaks. Catfish are everywhere right now with most being caught shallow on cut shad or punch bait. Channel cats especially are biting well and it’s hard not to catch a few even if you’re gunning for something else.

For panfish the bluegill spawn is just getting underway. You’ll find the bigger ones holding in the back pockets and up in the shallow flats. Redworms and crickets are classic producers but small beetle spins are also good fun if you want to stay artificial.

Over the weekend folks were reporting plenty of bass in the 2 to 4 pound range and some real slab crappie. Catfish catches were steady with a few flatheads over 10 pounds weighed in at the launches. White bass numbers are climbing every day with some of the best action around the mouth of Twelve Mile Bayou and the north end of Stoner Avenue cutoff.

If you’re wanting a couple of hot spots try working the riprap up near Bishop Point and the woody cover around the mouth of Cross Bayou. Both areas have been giving up quality bags in the last few days.

Best bets today are crankbaits and spinnerbaits for bass small jigs for crappie and cut shad or punch bait for the cats. If you’re bringing live bait pick up a few dozen minnows or some nightcrawlers.

That’s your Red River report for today. Y’all be safe out there and good luck on the water.

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Good morning y'all, this is Artificial Lure coming at you with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for this beautiful Sunday morning, May 4th, 2025.

Let me tell you, the fishing is absolutely on fire right now! We've had a string of perfect spring days, and today looks to be another winner with temperatures expected to reach the mid-70s under clear skies. Sunrise was at about 6:50 AM, and we're looking at sunset around 7:47 PM, giving you plenty of daylight to get your lines wet.

Water conditions are holding steady with a slight stain to it - just how we like it! Current water temperature is sitting between 60-65 degrees, which is prime spawning weather for several species. The water level is good for both bank fishing and boating.

The largemouth bass bite has been exceptional this past week, especially around sandbars, rock jetties, and in the backwaters. Folks have been slaying them using Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse patterns. If you're a plastic bait person, those Texas-rigged creature baits in black and blue flake have been doing the trick. Don't forget about soft jerkbaits near grass lines and timber - they've been money lately!

But that ain't all! Smallmouth bass are showing up strong too, hitting just about anything that resembles a minnow or crayfish. These aggressive feeders are sharing the same waters as the largemouth, so don't be surprised if you catch both species in the same spot.

White bass are schooling up in the main river and deeper cuts. If you're targeting them, bring some small inline spinners and jigging spoons. They've been particularly active lately, with some real nice ones being caught.

Catfish action is heating up too! They're in the spawning phase, so look for them in shallow water, about 3-10 feet deep. Cut shad or punch bait has been working wonders.

For hot spots, I'd recommend checking out the marina area for crappie and bluegill. The backwaters near Lock and Dam 5 have been productive for bass. If you're after those catfish, the deeper holes just downstream from the sandbars have been yielding some nice catches.

Remember, these fish are hungry and active, so get out there while the getting's good! This is Artificial Lure signing off - tight lines, y'all, and I'll catch you on the water!

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Good morning yall this is Artificial Lure reporting in with your Red River fishing update for Shreveport today May 3rd 2025. We got a real nice sunrise just after 6 20 am and sunset rolls in around 8 pm giving yall plenty of daylight to wet a line. Skies are starting out mostly clear with a light southern breeze. Its expected to warm up into the mid 80s by this afternoon so pack some sunscreen and water.

The river’s holding steady with good flow and a little color to the water. No major recent rains so clarity is decent by Red River standards. We are in that late spring window so fish are hungry and active. Largemouth bass are on fire especially where there’s wood cover and drop-offs. Folks have been hauling in some double digit bass along with a steady stream of 2 to 5 pounders. Smallmouths are mixed in but not as plentiful, hanging by rocky points and deeper current seams. Catfish action is strong, with blue cats and channel cats being caught steadily especially in the deeper holes and below the locks and dams. We’ve also seen some stripers caught below the spillways early in the morning and late in the evening.

Bait recommendations for today: For bass toss spinnerbaits and crankbaits in shad or chartreuse colors. Plastic worms around brush piles are also landing big fish. Smallmouths will nail crayfish-imitating crankbaits and live minnows if you’re set up that way. For catfish you can’t beat fresh cut shad, nightcrawlers, or chicken liver. Folks drifting with stink bait are also doing well.

Recent catches confirm what we’re seeing—lots of pictures of folks grinning with big old bucketmouths and stringers of healthy catfish. The best bite is early and late but don’t be surprised to pick up bass and cats throughout the day if you stay patient and move around.

Hot spots right now include the area around Lock and Dam No. 5 and the oxbows near Stoner Avenue. The backwater sloughs just north of downtown are also producing well, especially for bass cruising along the edges of the hydrilla.

That’s your local scoop for today. Get out there early, target structure, and take your pick from some of the best freshwater fishing in northwest Louisiana. Tight lines and holler if you land a giant!

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Red River fishing around Shreveport is on fire this Friday, May 2. We had partly cloudy skies this morning, with temps starting around the low 60s and climbing quickly with some humidity. Expect highs in the upper 70s to low 80s. Sunrise was right before 6:20 AM, and sunset will be just after 7:55 PM, so there’s plenty of daylight to wet a line.

There’s no major tidal swing to worry about on the Red, but water levels will fluctuate some due to lock and dam operations. If you notice a bit of extra flow, that can push bait and really turn the bite on, especially around structure and current breaks.

Largemouth bass are the main draw right now. We’re seeing strong activity with fish up shallow and around cover. Several folks pulling double-digit bass out, mostly working the edge of grass and submerged timber. Spinnerbaits and crankbaits have been the best producers, especially with a little flash in the stained water. If the bite slows, switch to soft plastics or a jig and work it slow near the bottom. Smallmouth bass are biting too, especially near rocky banks and riprap. For smallies, try a minnow or crayfish pattern crankbait.

Catfish are also biting real well. Blue and channel cats have been coming out in numbers lately, with fresh cut bait or nightcrawlers the ticket. Anchor up near deeper holes or the backside of sandbars and give it a little time.

If you want a mixed bag, there’s even been some striper action reported, especially early and late, near the tailraces below the locks. Swimbaits and live shad work best if you can get your hands on some.

For hot spots, hit the section just below the downtown Shreveport launch—there’s plenty of submerged cover and good current breaks. The oxbows near Coushatta and the backwaters around Red River South Marina are loaded up with fish right now.

To sum up: best bite is early and late, focus on moving baits for bass, fresh cut bait for catfish, and don’t be afraid to cover water until you find some active fish. Good luck and tight lines from Artificial Lure.

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Hey there, fellow anglers! Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

The weather today is mild and cloudy, making it perfect for a day out on the water. Sunrise was at 6:32 AM and sunset will be at 7:48 PM, giving you plenty of daylight hours to reel in some beauties.

The Red River is showing moderate flow rates today, which is actually better than the low levels we've been seeing in recent weeks. Water clarity has improved since our last rain, with a slight stain that's just right for triggering those bass to bite.

Speaking of bass, they've been quite active lately! Anglers have been reporting good success with largemouth bass in the 2-4 pound range, with some lucky folks landing a few 5-pounders. The bass are hanging around structure and moving into shallower water as the day progresses.

For your tackle box today, I'd recommend crankbaits in shad and chartreuse colors. Those have been consistently producing hits. If the bite slows down, switch to plastic worms in purple or black. With our current water temps, don't forget those slower-moving baits like finesse jigs in green pumpkin, finesse worms, or Ned rigs.

Catfish action has been steady, especially in the deeper pools. Nightcrawlers and stink baits are your friends here. Crappie fishing has picked up too, with small jigs and minnows being the ticket to success.

Hot spots to check out today include the river lakes area and the five pools of the Red River, which have been rich in bass activity. The area around Lock & Dam #5 has been particularly productive this week. Red River South Marina is another spot worth hitting, with several folks reporting nice stringers of bass and catfish there yesterday.

Don't forget about those public boat launches from Vivian to Bossier City, Coushatta, Natchitoches, Alexandria, Pineville, and Marksville. They're all providing good access to prime fishing waters.

One local tip: the cooler morning temperatures have fish holding a bit deeper than usual for this time of year, so be patient and work those deeper edges before moving shallow.

That's the word from the water today, folks. Remember to check your licenses and limits before heading out. This is Artificial Lure signing off – tight lines and good fishing to y'all!

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Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

We are deep into prime spring fishing around Shreveport. The river is in great shape this week, with water levels steady and only a slight stain, giving the fish a sense of security and keeping them active. Water temps are holding right in the sweet spot for springtime fishing, running between 60 and 65 degrees. Sunrise was at 6:50 this morning and sunset will be at 7:47 tonight, so you have plenty of daylight to work every hole and backwater you fancy.

Weather-wise, we are enjoying a classic Louisiana spring day out here. Expect highs around 75 degrees, light winds, and mostly clear skies. Conditions could hardly be better for those wanting to fish either from shore or a boat.

The bite has really turned on! Largemouth bass are especially active as they finish up the spawn, and you’ll find them cruising around sandbars, rock jetties, and tucked into the backwaters near timber and grass lines. Folks are having good luck with Bandit 200 crankbaits in shad or chartreuse and with Texas-rigged creature baits in black and blue flake. Soft jerkbaits, especially in shad patterns, have also produced some solid fish when worked slow around the grass.

White bass are starting to school up in the main river and some of the deeper cuts. Small inline spinners and jigging spoons are putting fish in the boat. Crappie are still holding near brush piles but are beginning to pull toward slightly deeper water. Try minnows or small tubes in white and chartreuse to pick up a mess for the fryer.

Catfish anglers are also reporting steady action, especially on cut shad and nightcrawlers fished on the bottom near the main channel edges and deeper holes. Both blues and channels are biting, with some flatheads mixed in for those patient enough to soak bigger live baits.

As for hot spots, two places stand out right now. First, the stretch between the Texaco Country Club ramp and the downtown bridges is producing steady mixed bags. Second, the backwater sloughs near Hamel’s Park are giving up good numbers of both bass and cats. Both spots offer easy access and something for every angler.

If you are heading out today, bring along your bandit crankbaits and a pack of soft plastics in dark colors. A couple dozen fresh shiners or some cut bait for the cats will round out your tackle box just right.

That’s the latest from the banks of the Red. Tight lines and don’t forget to send me your bragging-rights photos!

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This is Artificial Lure, your Red River Shreveport fishing expert, bringing you today’s April 21, 2025, fishing report.

We’re kicking off the week with classic spring weather in Shreveport. Temperatures are peaking right around 75 degrees and the skies are clear. Winds are light, making it ideal for both boaters and bank anglers. Sunrise was at 6:50 AM and sunset is at 7:47 PM, giving everyone plenty of daylight on the water. The river is sitting steady at about 14.37 feet. Water clarity is slightly stained and the temperature is steady in the 60-65 degree range, which is perfect for that strong spring spawn we’re seeing, especially with bass and crappie on the move.

Fish activity is high right now. The largemouth bass bite has been hot, especially along sandbars, rock jetties, and in those backwater sloughs. Anglers are having the most luck with Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse patterns, as well as Texas-rigged creature baits in black and blue flake. Soft jerkbaits like Shadicks are also working when fished near grass lines and flooded timber. If you’re after numbers, focus your efforts around Pine Island and the area just south of the downtown boat ramps. These two spots have been giving up solid bags of bass lately.

Crappie are staging and hitting well too, especially in brush piles and submerged timber off the main channel. Minnows and black and chartreuse jigs will get the job done. Some slabs have come out of the shallow cuts off Caspiana and the backwaters near Hamel’s Park.

Catfish anglers are having luck on cut shad, chicken liver, and stink bait fished on bottom around river bends and deeper holes. The bite is steady, particularly north of the I-220 bridge and along the channel adjacent to the port area.

For bait, local standbys like live shad and nightcrawlers are sure bets, but don’t overlook artificial lures with a good bit of color because of the slightly stained water.

A couple of hot spots to try today are the Pine Island area for bass and Caspiana backwaters for crappie. Both locations are seeing good traffic and steady catches.

Remember to check river conditions before heading out, especially if we get more rain soon. Tight lines out there and happy fishing from Artificial Lure.

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Artificial Lure here with your Red River Shreveport fishing report for Sunday, April 20, 2025. The spring bite is in full swing, and local anglers are seeing some of the best action of the year.

Weather today is classic springtime in northwest Louisiana. We’re looking at highs around 75 degrees, clear skies, and a light breeze—ideal conditions for a day on the water. Sunrise was at 6:50 AM, and sunset doesn’t hit until 7:47 PM, so you’ve got a long window for fishing action. Water levels are steady, running just over 14 feet, making ramps and backwaters accessible for boats and bank anglers alike. Water temps are sitting pretty at 60 to 65 degrees, just right for that spring spawn, especially for bass and crappie activity. The river is slightly stained, which is working in our favor by keeping fish active and more likely to hit artificial lures[2].

Largemouth bass are the main draw right now. With the river stabilizing, fish are stacking up along sandbars, rock jetties, and especially around current breaks. The best catches this week have come on Bandit 200 series crankbaits in shad or chartreuse, and if you’re into soft plastics, don’t skip a Texas-rigged creature bait in black and blue flake. Soft jerkbaits like Shadicks are another solid option—work them slow near grass lines or timber, and hold on tight[1][2].

Crappie are moving up shallow for their spawn and have been hitting on both jigs and live minnows, especially around brush and laydowns in the backwaters. Early mornings and the hour before sunset have been best. Catfish are starting to get more active too, taking cut shad and chicken livers along the deeper bends and below the locks.

This week’s reports include several solid stringers of largemouth bass, plenty of chunky crappie, and a few nice channel cats. No monster stripers reported but a couple of white bass schools popped up in faster water above downtown.

For hotspots, check out the pocket cuts and jetties just north of the Shreveport boat launch, and don’t overlook the old river channel edges near Stoner Avenue for both bass and crappie. The oxbows near Hamel’s Park are also holding good numbers, especially in the warm afternoons.

Best baits in your tackle box today: Bandit 200 crankbaits in chartreuse and shad, black and blue Texas-rigged plastics, natural soft jerkbaits, and live minnows for crappie. For catfish, fresh-cut shad is your best bet.

That’s the bite for April 20. Tight lines from Artificial Lure. See y’all on the water[1][2][3].

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