Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge

Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge is subject to Louisiana state fishing regulations and is open for fishing year-round. The refuge provides a variety of fishing opportunities. Species include largemouth bass, catfish, garfish and bream. Natural sloughs and borrow pits on the refuge retain water after Mississippi River floods recede. The river “restocks” these ponds each spring, and they are a popular attraction for anglers. During low-water periods in summer and fall the Mississippi River is a popular fishing destination for bank anglers.