CALCASIEU RIVER
"The river is high/muddy and boaters should use caution due to floating debris" stated local tournament angler, Travis Merritt. The river is expected to crest mid-week and start to fall by weekend. "Fishing is tough right" says Merritt but will improve as water levels recede. Water draining from the marshes/backwater along the main river and West Fork should concentrate bass near these cuts. Some of the best fishing on the river can come after high water. Merritt also recommends the Houston River as a great area to fish after high water. Top baits include crawfish crankbaits and spinnerbaits worked at drains/ cuts. Flipping jigs is also a fish catching technique with 1/2 or 3/4 ounce suggested with current water conditions and top colors being black/blue or black/red with green pumkin or watermelon trailer.