Morehouse County · stream · order 4 river · ~10 cfs typical
Jelks Bayou
Jelks Bayou is a stream in Morehouse County, Louisiana. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Louisiana's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
98°
76°
7 mph
9%
Sat
Overcast
100°
80°
17 mph
20%
Sun
Overcast
94°
68°
9 mph
0%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Bayou de Glaize0.6 mi
- The Glades1.0 mi
- Chemin-A-Haut Bayou2.4 mi
- Cooper Lake (historical)3.1 mi
- Cypress Bayou4.2 mi
- Bussy Brake5.1 mi
- De Butte Creek5.4 mi
- Horse Bayou6.3 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official LA regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Jelks Bayou fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Jelks Bayou?+
Yes — Louisiana requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Jelks Bayou?+
Jelks Bayou is a stream in Morehouse County, Louisiana. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.