Saltwater fishing on the refuge is permitted year-round from sunrise to sunset. Boat-accessed fishing is permitted on Nicks Lake, Salt Lake, Lost Lake, bays and bayous. Access for bank fishing is permitted at Bastrop Bayou, Clay Banks and Salt Lake public fishing areas. The Clay Banks Area offers bank fishing along a one-mile segment of Bastrop Bayou. A non-motorized boat launch is available at Salt Lake and bank fishing at Cannan Bend recreation area . Available saltwater species include spotted trout, red drum, croaker, sheepshead, flounder and blue crab. A permit is required to fish in Cannan Bend water.
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