Fishing near Monroe, LA
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Monroe. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River | MS | 73 mi | river |
| Toledo Bend Reservoir Top bass fishery (shared with TX). | LA | 90 mi | reservoir |
| Toledo Bend Big bass (shared with LA). | TX | 90 mi | reservoir |
| Ross Barnett Reservoir Largemouth bass. | MS | 124 mi | reservoir |
| Lake Ouachita Clear-water striped bass. | AR | 152 mi | lake |
| Grenada Lake Crappie. | MS | 161 mi | lake |
| Lake Pontchartrain Speckled trout and redfish. | LA | 190 mi | lake |
| Lake Fork Trophy largemouth bass. | TX | 198 mi | lake |
LA license & regulations
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
Local data & agency contact
FishFig doesn’t yet have a curated local fishing report for Monroe. For the most current public waters, stocking schedules, and fishing reports, contact the state agency below.
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) · 225-765-2800 · https://www.wlf.louisiana.gov
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.