5 Reasons Why Lafayette Is a Great Place to Go Fishing

Anglers from all around the world head to Louisiana for the fishing. Whether you want to fish the bayou, the lake, or a river, you can do it in and around Lafayette. The area offers all kinds of fishing, from catfish to trout, redfish, flounder, and more. Here are some reasons why Lafayette is a great place to fish. 

1. Spring Bass Fishing

There are some excellent bass fishing opportunities along the Mississippi River and its backwaters. Anglers can also head to Lake Pontchartrain and the Toledo Bend Reservoir for freshwater bass fishing in the spring. The coves with lots of cover attract many bass, and they use this area for spawning.

2. Louisiana Redfishing

Louisiana Redfishing is a company that offers both marsh and bay fishing charters along with saltwater fly fishing. Book a trip with Captain Nash, an experienced fishing guide with over 25 years of experience who is known as one of the best redfishing guides in Louisiana.

You can take a charter out of Cypremort Point State Park or out on Vermillion Bay for some of the best fishing in the area. Captain Troy is the guide to choose for nearshore fishing when the tides are right. The charters go out in a 2200 Bay Ranger Bay Boat designed for shallow water. It holds the captain and two to three anglers.

3. The Iberia Rod & Gun Club’s Saltwater Fishing Rodeo

Each year, the Iberia Rod & Gun Club holds its annual Saltwater Fishing Rodeo. It takes place every summer at the beginning of July with all kinds of competitions for anglers of all ages. The event includes junior, offshore, kayak, inside, and diving divisions with trophies for the winners in each category. There’s always live entertainment and fun activities for the whole family. You can buy a ticket to participate at several businesses, including Cajun Guns & Tackle and Las’ Stop Marina.

4. Trout Fishing at Girard Park

The hatchery stocks Girard Park with trout each season, making it a great spot for a successful day of fishing. Anglers should keep in mind that they need a Louisiana fishing license and each person can only bag five fish per day. Many people head here every weekend for rainbow trout, but you can also catch catfish.

5. Louisiana Fly Fishing

Just a few hours away from Lafayette, you can try your luck at fly fishing on a Cajun Fishing Adventures charter. You can expect to catch some of the largest fish in the gulf waters, including black drum, gulf flounder, and sheepshead. The packages include lodging, breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and you are sure to have the experience of a lifetime. There are trips for groups of all sizes, and customers come from all over the world. The comfortable accommodations include a large front porch with room to stretch out and a pool area.

These are just a few of the reasons to head to Lafayette for some of the best fishing in the state.

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