Bayou Teche

Running through Louisiana, United States, Bayou Teche is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Bayou Teche hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Location

30.0813, -91.3182 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Largemouth bassAtlantic blue marlinBlue catfish

Fishing Techniques

• For Largemouth bass

  Vary your retrieve speed and lure presentation until you find what the bass are keying on, as their preferences can change daily based on weather and water conditions.

• For Atlantic blue marlin

  When trolling for marlin, vary your speed and direction to trigger strikes; pay close attention to sea surface temperature breaks and current edges.

• For Blue catfish

  Target areas with current breaks and structure, like submerged timber or ledges, as blue catfish often ambush prey in these locations. Use a fish finder to locate schools of baitfish, as blue catfish are likely to be nearby.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Bayou Teche.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Bayou Teche, make sure your licence covers Louisiana, United States and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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