Order online, pick up at a licensed dealer in Caddo Parish. Shreveport lies along the Red River in northwest Louisiana, near the borders of Texas and Arkansas. Known for its ties to oil and gas industries and Barksdale Air Force Base, it serves as a hub for outdoor enthusiasts and hunters, with orders shipped to local FFL dealers.
Pick an FFL dealer near you that accepts shipped transfers and name it at checkout. We confirm their license and ship the firearm to them. Ammunition, optics and parts ship straight to your door where Louisiana law allows.
Louisiana requires no state purchase permit, firearm registration, or waiting period. Purchases from dealers follow federal rules: buyers complete ATF Form 4473 and pass a NICS background check at the receiving FFL. Long guns are sold to buyers 18 and older, handguns to those 21 and older. A valid government photo ID with a current address is required; outdated IDs may be supplemented with a supporting government document. Ammunition and most parts can ship directly to Louisiana addresses.
Dealers in these communities all work for Shreveport-area buyers:
Since July 4, 2024, Louisiana allows anyone 18 or older who can legally possess a firearm to carry concealed without a permit, under Act 1 of the 2024 Second Extraordinary Session. The optional concealed handgun permit is still available through Louisiana State Police for applicants 21 and older who complete the required training. This permit remains valuable for reciprocity in other states. Restricted areas, such as schools, courthouses, and secured airport zones, remain off-limits with or without a permit.
Louisiana deer seasons are set by the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, with dates varying by deer hunting area and parish. Archery season typically begins in early fall, followed by primitive firearms and modern firearms segments from late October or November into January. Still-hunt and dog-hunt periods differ by area. Legal firearms include rifles, shotguns with slugs or buckshot, handguns, and muzzleloaders. Wildlife management areas have specific schedules and permits, so consult LDWF regulations before hunting.
Hunters in Shreveport can access Bodcau WMA across the Red River in Bossier Parish, offering deer, hog, and turkey hunting. An LDWF shooting range is available at Ben Durden Road. Check the LDWF deer area map for Caddo and Bossier details.
Feral hogs pose a significant challenge in the Shreveport area, making AR-pattern rifles and 12-gauge shotguns popular for both home defense and farm use. Bodcau's public range is a convenient destination for local shooters.
Public ranges on the city pages are operated or listed by the state wildlife agency, a state forest or a national forest. Most require a license or a day pass and close on some weekdays; check the agency page first.
Source: State wildlife agency and public-land range listings, September 2026. Distances are approximate; call or check the agency site before you drive out.
Yes. Order here, name a licensed FFL dealer in Bossier City, Blanchard, Greenwood, Shreveport or anywhere in Caddo Parish, and we ship the firearm to them. You fill out ATF Form 4473 at their counter and they run the background check.
No. As of July 4, 2024, adults 18 and older who can legally own a firearm may carry concealed without a permit. The optional Louisiana State Police permit is still useful for reciprocity when traveling.
No. Louisiana has no state waiting period. Your dealer conducts the federal NICS check when you complete Form 4473 and pick up the firearm.
Yes. LDWF allows feral hog hunting on private land year-round with landowner permission. Wildlife management areas have stricter rules, so review the WMA schedule before planning your hunt.
A basic AR-15 in .223 or .300 Blackout or a bolt-action .308 with a low-power scope; check your state's rules on night hunting and public land.
Each dealer sets its own fee, commonly $20 to $75. Call before you order to confirm the price and that they accept firearms shipped from an online store.
General information, not legal advice. Rules current as of September 2026. See our buying guide and check with Louisiana State Police, Concealed Handgun Permit Unit or a local attorney about your own situation.