We are now accepting commercial fishing guide special use permit applications for 2025. Issued permits will provide fishing guides access to both Sabine NWR and the East Cove Unit of Cameron Prairie NWR.
The deadline to apply is February 28th, 2025 – all applications must be received by this date and include all required documents. Applications submitted outside of this established deadline will not be accepted. Please allow up to 14 days for us to issue you the SUP once we receive your complete application. We will process complete application packages (including all required information/credentials/payments) for all guides listed on the SUP application in the order in which they are received.
For more information about permitting steps, required documentation, fees, and to request an application, please email Mackenzie Kleinpeter at mackenzie_kleinpeter@fws.gov
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From hiking and hunting to fishing and boating, there is something for everyone at Lacassine National Wildlife Refuge. If you enjoy simply getting outdoors and looking for wildlife, consider the three-mile auto tour with interpretive signs at the Lacassine Pool. Fall and winter are best times for waterfowl observation and photography. Visitors are encouraged to remain in their vehicles to minimize disturbance of wildlife and to enhance viewing.
Learn more about our hunting regulations here: Southwest Louisiana Hunting Regulations
Learn more about our fishing and boating regulations here: Southwest Louisiana Fishing and Boating Regulations