Louisiana state waters, out to 3 miles
SizeNo size limit
BagNo bag limit
SeasonOpen year-roundOpen today
State rule effective Jan. 2025 removed bag and size limits; federal-waters limits differ.
LDWF 2026 · checked · the official rulebook is the final word
How to tell it
Broad blunt snout, no ridge between dorsals, thick body; brackish wanderer. More on the bull shark page: every state’s rule, the records, and how anglers catch it.
Questions anglers ask4
What is the size limit for bull shark in Louisiana?
No size limit.
How many bull shark can you keep in Louisiana?
No bag limit.
When is bull shark season in Louisiana?
Open year-round.
How current is this Louisiana bull shark rule?
Source: LDWF 2026, last checked Sep 7, 2026. A watchman re-reads the agency's pages nightly. Rules change mid-season by proclamation; the official rulebook is the final word.
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