Warren Lake Fishing in Washington Parish, Louisiana

• Overview

  Warren Lake is one of the Washington Parish listings for Louisiana. It sits in warm green lowland country. About 22 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Bogalusa is the closest place, 9.7 miles off. Poplarville follows at 15 miles, then Lumberton at 20 miles. Other water nearby: Black Lake 0.4 miles off, Smith Lake out at 0.5 miles, Lott Lake 0.7 miles off, Sones Lake out at 1.7 miles and Fornear Lake 2.1 miles off. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Warren Lake

  Depth is unknown to us, and the shoreline is the better guide. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. Open occurrence data for the surrounding area lists speckled darter, blackbanded darter, bluegill and spotted bass. Presence in the area does not guarantee a fish on the day. The near bank of Warren Lake is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 81°F and January near 49°F. Wet and dry spells shape the year more than temperature. October and November give a second good stretch as it cools. March through May is the strongest run, with October and November a second stretch. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Warren Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. Nothing in the way of made access shows up nearby: no ramp, no car park, no path. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Look for a notice board at the entrance. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. The nearest alternative is Black Lake, 0.4 miles out. For Warren Lake in particular, ask before you travel.