Book Your Fishing Charter in Converse, LA

Start your legendary bass fishing spree in Toledo Bend Lake Country with a trip to the village of Converse. This former railroad community sits on the northernmost part of Sabine Parish, a fascinating historic parish on Louisiana's No Man's Land or Neutral Strip. Sabine Parish is named after the river that runs along it, the Sabine River, on which the epic Toledo Bend Lake has been impounded. Toledo Bend Lake, or The Bend as bass anglers like to call it, is one of the country's top-ranked bass-fishing waters. It’s a destination that should sit atop anyone's Louisiana fishing vacation itinerary.

Converse Fishing: Freshwater Fishing Spree in The Bend

Fishing in Converse and Sabine Parish means only one thing - surrendering to the many freshwater fishing opportunities around Toledo Bend Lake Country. This 186,000-acre reservoir along the Sabine River can be accessed from Louisiana and Texas, giving anglers a 65-mile shoreline access to some of the best bass fishing in the south. The lake is so big that it would only be possible for anglers to explore it fully with the help of the many Louisiana inshore fishing charters in the area. 

If you're lucky enough to catch one of its lunkers, agree to release your catch as part of the lake's Lunker Program to get a lunker replica. This way, you can have a lasting souvenir of your trophy fish while helping maintain the trophy legacy of The Bend.

If you can't make it in time for the bass fishing season in the lake, there are so many more fish species you can expect to catch in this man-made reservoir. The lake holds spotted bass, bluegill, channel catfish, flathead catfish, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, longear sunfish, redear sunfish, warmouth, white bass, yellow bass, striped bass, hybrid striped bass, alligator gar, bowfin, longnose gar, and spotted gar.

The lake area is a major tourist destination in Sabine Parish, so anglers can expect top-notch facilities here. There are plenty of boat ramps, public piers, boat rentals, bait stores, and other amenities to make your fishing more convenient. Marinas are filled with freshwater charters that can take you to the best spots in the lake.

If you've had your fill of Toledo Bend fishing but still can't get enough of the water, stretch your fishing trip and try other inshore and offshore fishing charters in Louisiana. If you're heading to New Orleans, book Ron Ron Fishing Charters for a freshwater fishing adventure in the area. Discover even more inshore fishing opportunities with Cajun Outcast Inshore Charters. And bring your kids and entire family along for the ride with Serigne's Fishing Charters.

Experience Sabine Parish's Nature and Heritage near Converse

Converse and the rest of Sabine Parish have a fascinating heritage drawing influence from its Indians, Spanish, English, and French settlers, giving it a unique flavor that travelers can enjoy today.

1. Join the Zwolle Tamale Fiesta

Every second week of October, people from all over Louisiana gather for a delicious tamale festival in honor of the area's Spanish-American Indian heritage. The Zwolle Tamale Fiesta is one of Louisiana's most unique festivals. It features fantastic food, a parade, carnival rides, live music, and other events for the whole family.

2. Go on a Scenic Road Trip

The Toledo Bend Forest Scenic Byway is part of Louisiana's Trails and Byways Program. It offers an excellent way to sight-see the region's lush natural scenery and history from your vehicle.