Calcasieu Lake

Anglers know Calcasieu Lake as one of the lesser-trafficked lakes of Louisiana, United States. The standard playbook on a lake this size is to start shallow at first light, work outward toward deeper water as the sun climbs, and circle back to the shallows before dusk. Surface activity at Calcasieu Lake is a useful tell — boils, swirls, and rising baitfish point straight at the predator zone.

Location

29.9441, -93.3378 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Red drumSpotted seatroutBlack drumSouthern flounderSheepsheadAlligator gar

Fishing Techniques

• For Red drum

  When fishing structure, cast upcurrent and let your bait naturally drift down.

• For Spotted seatrout

  Look for areas with current and structure, such as points, oyster bars, and grass edges, as spotted seatrout often ambush prey in these locations.

• For Black drum

  Black drum often feed near the bottom, so use a Carolina rig or fish a jig slowly along the structure.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Calcasieu Lake.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Calcasieu Lake, 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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