Mineral rights in Catahoula County, Louisiana
Catahoula County is a quieter corner of Louisiana's mineral market, with 4 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 4
- Permits · 24 mo
- 18.9%
- Avg lease royalty
approved through 2026-06-09
recorded leases, 5 yrs
Who's drilling Catahoula County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| Justiss Oil CO., INC. | 2 |
| Lago Vista Operating, L.L.C. | 1 |
| Skrivanos Engineering, INC. | 1 |
What the record says
Catahoula County recorded 4 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-06-09. Activity centers on the Ark-La-Tx basin.
Leasing has kept pace: 14 leases were recorded in the county over the last 24 months, with recent recorded leases averaging about 18.9% royalty. For how royalty terms work, see our royalty guide.
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Catahoula County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Catahoula County, Louisiana?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are Justiss Oil CO., INC., Lago Vista Operating, L.L.C., Skrivanos Engineering, INC.. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
What royalty are leases paying in Catahoula County?
Recorded leases over the past five years in Catahoula County average about 18.9% royalty. Individual terms vary with acreage position, competition, and the operator — treat this as a market reference point, not a quote.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Catahoula County?
Start with the Catahoula County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
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Buying in Catahoula County?
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