Fish and Amphibians

Exploring Local Species

Discover the species of the fish and shellfish of Louisiana! Visit Species Field Guide - Fish and Shellfish | Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to explore the types of fish you may find during your Louisiana visit.

Frogs, salamanders, and more can be identified using the Species Field Guide - Amphibians | Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries. Do you love frogs as much as we do? Take part in FrogWatch USA to help monitor the American Bullfrog, as well as other frog species. Taking part in a citizen and community science project such as monitoring through FrogWatch USA is an enriching experience that allows one to connect with nature and also contribute to verious conservation efforts. Visit FrogWatch USA to learn more about this citizen and community science program.

 

A Park Ranger demonstrated how to cast a line at the 2022 Fishing Clinic.

NPS Photo

Fishing Events

Events such as our Fishing Clinic bring people together to learn how to fish. We regularly host these events, so check out the Park Calendar to be sure you don't miss our next event!

Jr. Angler
Explore. Learn. Protect.

Cane River Creole NHP has the Jr. Angler program! Jr. Anglers will not only about fishing, aquatic habitats and fishing safety - but will find out how to protect native fish and the habitats on which they depend. This program is available during our Children's Fishing Events and Clinics.

Can't wait for the next Fishing Event? Become a Jr. Angler today with this online download booklet, and printable version of the Jr. Angler badge!

Fishing in National Parks

Ready to find more places to fish? Use this interactive map to find more National Parks with places you can fish. With all the different National Parks available, everyone can find something they will enjoy.

 

Lindsey Adams, USFWS/USFWS

Cane River Lake, once was the primary channel of the Red River, is a now 35 mile lake that is home to many creatures big and small.

The nearby Natchitoches National Fish Hatchery is one of 69 National Fish Hatcheries in the United States, and the only one in Louisiana. This hatchery having opened in 1931, has raised many different species of fish over the years. You can read about the current species they are working with in recovery and restorations efforts on their webpage, along with information on how you can visit.