Cross Lake
Cross Lake
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- Access Points
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- Species
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Cross Lake is an 8,575-acre man-made reservoir located near Shreveport, Louisiana, created in 1926. This expansive water body serves as the primary water supply for the City of Shreveport and features over 50 miles of shoreline. The lake's character is defined by moss-covered cypress trees lining its banks, open water areas, and a diverse mix of aquatic habitats including submerged trees, underwater vegetation, and varied structure. The lake supports healthy populations of game fish and provides excellent opportunities for both recreational and sport fishing. Its proximity to Shreveport makes it a highly accessible fishery, though it requires a special boat permit from the City of Shreveport for all watercraft, including non-motorized vessels.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Cross Lake and what's needed to catch them.
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Cross Lake. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Cross Lake
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
Louisiana licenses and regulations
Louisiana Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Louisiana Fishing License
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Louisiana Fishing Regulations
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Louisiana Stream Access Laws
The beds and bottoms of all navigable waters and the banks or shores of bays, arms of the sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and navigable lakes belong to the state of Louisiana, and the policy of this state is hereby declared to be that these lands and water bottoms, hereinafter referred to as ‘public lands’, shall be protected, administered, and conserved to best ensure full public navigation, fishery, recreation, and other interests
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