All LA Fishing License Types (2025)
| License | Resident | Non-Resident | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Fishing (FW) | $17.00 | $68.00 | 365 Days |
| Saltwater (Add-on) | $15.00 | $60.00 | 365 Days |
| 1-Day Basic FW | — | $12.00 | 24 Hours |
| 1-Day Saltwater | — | $15.00 | 24 Hours |
| Hook and Line | $5.00 | — | 365 Days |
| Sportsman's Paradise | $100.00 | — | 365 Days |
| Senior Hunt/Fish | $5.00 | — | 365 Days |
The Hook and Line License
For just $5.00, residents can purchase a Hook and Line license. This strictly prohibits the use of a rod with a reel (like a spinning or baitcasting reel) or artificial bait. It is designed for traditional cane pole fishing with real worms or crickets from the bank.
Saltwater Add-On Rule
Remember, you cannot just buy a $15 Saltwater license. It is an "Add-on" to the Basic ($17) license. If you intend to fish in the ocean or saltwater marshes, your grand total will be $32.00.