The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission has adopted a Notice of Intent (NOI) to modify current crappie and black bass fishing regulations at the Saline-Larto Complex.

If approved, the proposed rule changes would establish new daily limits and minimum length requirements for anglers fishing in the Saline-Larto Complex.

Proposed Regulations

Crappie
Daily limit: 25 fish per person
Minimum length: 10 inches

Black Bass
Daily limit: 8 fish per person
Minimum length: 14 inches
Current Regulations

At present, the Saline-Larto Complex follows Louisiana’s statewide limits, which allow:
50 crappie per day
10 largemouth bass per day
No minimum length restrictions for either species

Wildlife officials say the proposed changes are intended to help manage fish populations and maintain a healthy fishery for anglers who frequent the area.

Public Comment Period

The commission is currently accepting public input on the proposed rule changes. Comments will be accepted through May 27, 2026.

Written comments can be submitted to:
Shelby Richard
1995 Shreveport Highway
Pineville, LA 71360
Email: srichard@wlf.la.gov

The full Notice of Intent outlining the proposed regulations is available through the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries website. Officials encourage anglers and residents who utilize the Saline-Larto Complex to review the proposal and provide feedback during the public comment period.

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