Lake Pontchartrain: Fishing Spots, Map, and Regulations

Louisiana, US

Place
Public
Water
Salt
Clarity
-
Depth
65 ft.

Lake Pontchartrain is an estuary. It is the largest inland water body in Louisiana. Lake Pontchartrain is an amazing fishing destination that provides a wide variety of fish species.

Lake Pontchartrain fishing map

Discover the Lake Pontchartrain fishing map to explore key locations and best fishing spots in Louisiana, United States, including the area around 30°11'56.4"N 90°10'41.9"W.

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Lake Pontchartrain weather conditions

With the Lake Pontchartrain weather forecast, analyze temperature trends, wind conditions, humidity, and potential precipitation to choose the best time for fishing.

Monitor real-time weather updates to avoid unfavorable conditions and increase your chances of a successful catch.

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Weather forecast, as of 02:14

12°C

Light rain overnight

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14°/11°

Wind

3 m/s

Humidity

86 %

Pressure

1016 hPa

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Fishing forecast for Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana

Check out today's Lake Pontchartrain fishing forecast and find the best time to go fishing.

Analyze key factors like atmospheric pressure, wind conditions, and moon phases to plan your fishing trip effectively.

Today, December 6

76%

SCORE

The bites are excellent now

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Factors influencing fish activity

Positive factors

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Stable atmospheric pressure is comfortable for fish

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Light winds have a very favorable effect on biting activity

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Stable wind direction

Negative factors

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An unfavorable moon phase for catching fish

Fish species to catch in the Lake Pontchartrain, Louisiana, United States (10)

Before your next fishing trip, check the latest Lake Pontchartrain fishing regulations for Louisiana.

There are countless Lake Pontchartrain fish species to lure and explore on your next fishing trip. Every fish has its own set of rules and requirements that you must follow. Each fish species is subject to unique regulations, including fishing seasons, size limits, possession limits, etc.

Explore the current fishing regulations for Alligator gar, Atlantic croaker, Atlantic stingray, and others as of December 6, 2025, to ensure you comply with the latest rules. Please select your preferred species from the list to view regulations for different fish species.

💡 Fishing Tips & Tricks on Lake Pontchartrain

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Spotted seatrout can be easily found along the bridge spans. The best period to target this fish at Lake Pontchartrain is from April to June. Live shrimps as a live bait and a Rat-L-Trap as an artificial lure are perfect here.
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Using topwater plugs and soft plastic jigs is effective at Lake Pontchartrain.
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Winter fishing is productive for black drum, red drum, largemouth bass and sheepshead.
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Such species as crevalle jack, flounder and tripletail are more active during summer.
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Use live baits to catch sheepshead.
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The most productive months for croaker fishing are summer months.