Top fish species at Mud Lake

App Section

Check which species have trophy potential in Mud Lake

Mud Lake fishing reports

Loading...

Alligator gar

length · weight

Loading...

Sheepshead

length · weight

Loading...

Spotted seatrout

length · weight

Loading...

Red drum

40 in · 25 lb

Loading...

Bull shark

length · weight

Fishbrain
More catches in the app...

Continue browsing catches and catch locations in the Fishbrain app

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...

General info

Mud Lake is a lake located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is most popular for fishing Spotted seatrout, Sheepshead, and Bull shark.

Location

29°48′4.5″N 93°27′46.9″W
Directions

Fishing regulations at Mud Lake, LA

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Louisiana can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Spotted seatrout

Spotted seatrout

Regulation boundaryLouisiana State Waters
Bag limit15

The maximum number of individual fish legally harvested per harvester per day. Bag limits are only for properly licensed anglers actively harvesting the species. People who are not actively harvesting or are not properly licensed (if a license is required) may NOT be counted for the purpose of bag limits.

Min size13" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish less than the minimum size limit.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Max size20" (Total Length)

No person shall harvest any individual fish greater than the maximum size except as permitted.

Total length means the straight line distance from the most forward point of the head with the mouth closed, to the farthest tip of the tail with the tail compressed or squeezed, while the fish is lying on its side.

Memorable / trophy limits2 > 20

The maximum number of trophy individuals legally harvested per harvester per day. A trophy is any individual of a length greater than the max size limit. Trophy individuals are included in the daily bag limit unless stated otherwise.

Restrictions & requirements

Zero Bag for Captain

Bag and possession limit for captains and crew on for-hire vessels is zero.

Additional information
Effective November 20, 2023, new spotted seatrout regulations are as follows:Size limit: 13-20 inches total length, only two fish included within the daily creel limit can be greater than 20 inches total lengthDaily Creel: 15-fish daily limit per anglerCharterboat guides and crew will not be able to retain a creel limit while on a charter trip but may engage in fishingFor more information, see LA Wildlife & Fisheries Spotted Seatrout.
Edibility
Excellent
Synonyms
Cynoscion nebulosus, Speckled Trout
Season open: year-round
Sheepshead

Sheepshead

Regulation boundaryLouisiana State Waters
Additional information
No established bag limit or size limit.
Edibility
Very good; Catch, Clean, Cook Sheepshead
Synonyms
Archosargus probatocephalus, Referee fish
Season open: year-round
Bull shark

Bull shark

Regulation boundaryLouisiana State Waters
Required licenses
Recreational Offshore Landing Permit and Atlantic HMS Angling Permit
Additional information
Recreational anglers may keep any size and quantity of Blacktip and Bull Shark as of January 20, 2025 per the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF). The new regulations for Blacktip and Bull Sharks only apply in State waters, and anglers should be aware that regulations differ in Federal waters.
Synonyms
Carcharhinus leucas
License Icon
Local laws and licenses

Louisiana fishing license

Get license

Cities nearby

Cameron

10.3 miles away

Hackberry

12.5 miles away

Bridge City

27.6 miles away

Port Arthur

28.0 miles away

Vinton

28.2 miles away

Orange

28.4 miles away

Groves

28.9 miles away

Sulphur

30.2 miles away

Port Neches

31.4 miles away

Lake Charles

31.4 miles away

Nederland

34.3 miles away

Forest Heights

34.8 miles away

Starks

37.2 miles away

Mauriceville

38.0 miles away

Moss Bluff

38.0 miles away

Hayes

38.7 miles away

Deweyville

38.9 miles away

Vidor

39.2 miles away

Iowa

40.5 miles away

DeQuincy

44.8 miles away

Welsh

49.1 miles away

Fenton

50.8 miles away

Mermentau

59.0 miles away

Gueydan

59.4 miles away

Anything missing or inaccurate?

Suggest changes to improve what we show.

Suggest changes

FAQ about Mud Lake fishing

📍 Where is Mud Lake located?
Mud Lake is a lake located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, United States. Its coordinates are:
29°48′4.5″N 93°27′46.9″W
.
🎣 Where on Mud Lake is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on Mud Lake by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in Mud Lake?
The most common species in Mud Lake are:
📢 What are the latest Mud Lake fishing reports?
The latest Mud Lake fishing reports are:
🗓️ What species are in season at Mud Lake right now?
According to fishing regulations at Mud Lake, some of the species in season this November include: Bonnethead shark, Red grouper, Gag grouper, Atlantic bluefin tuna, and Lane snapper. For full details on other species — including bag limits, minimum and maximum size limits, and seasonal closures — download the .
🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at Mud Lake?

Fishing in Louisiana requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination options, available online or at vendors statewide.

In Louisiana, no fishing license is required for anglers under 16. Residents 60 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

Get license
App Section
Download Fishbrain and fish smarter
Unlimited access to the best fishing spot finder in the game. Get all the fishing intel you need to start catching more, and bigger, fish.

Free trial available

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...
Loading...