Recent surveys suggest that the fish numbers are not at a sustainable number to promote the growth and health of our bass population in the Lacassine pool. We ask all anglers to please refrain from harvesting any of the bass species in the Lacassine pool for the 2025 fishing and boating season. Catch and release only.
The harvest restriction is intended to protect the bass species and provide time for the fish to spawn at least once in their lifetime. We intend to do more research soon to better understand why our fish population is struggling and what we can do to improve the habitat itself.
Thank you for understanding and if you have any questions, please email us at swlrcomplex@fws.gov
The commercial fishing guide permit application ended February 28.
Visit Us
From hiking and hunting to fishing and boating, there is something for everyone at Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge. If you enjoy simply getting outdoors and looking for wildlife, consider the three-mile auto tour with interpretive signs at the Lacassine Pool. Fall and winter are best times for waterfowl observation and photography. Visitors are encouraged to remain in their vehicles to minimize disturbance of wildlife and to enhance viewing.
Learn more about our hunting regulations here: Southwest Louisiana Hunting Regulations
Learn more about our fishing and boating regulations here: Southwest Louisiana Fishing and Boating Regulations
Location and Contact Information
- Lacassine National Wildlife RefugeView Details209 Nature Road Lake Arthur, LA 70549-6510