Alert
The boat ramp is open at this time.
Boat lanes have been cut to allow for easier access to different parts of the lake, but be aware that IDLE SPEED IS REQUIRED in these areas. Channels are marked with red/green markers for main channels and gold markers for side channels.
Fishing Report
Calling Panther Lake - 3/27/2024 10:52:33 AMSpecies | Detail | |
Largemouth Bass | Largemouth bass fishing has been excellent. Bass are patrolling the shallows and baits with flash and chartreuse are producing. | |
Crappie | Crappie fishing has been good. Males are moving shallow along with a few females. Jigs with chartreuse tails are a good choice. | |
Bream | Bream fishing has been good. Try fishing just off the bottom with crickets and red worms. | |
Catfish | Catfishing has been good. Catfish will accept offerings of worms, cutbait, and stinkbait out from the dam in deep water. |
Water Temperature: °F Water Visibility: inches
Please dispose of trash in barrels provided.
Report provided by Mr. Pat Drew, Calling Panther Lake Manager
Special Fishing RegulationsSpecies |
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Species | Type | Length To Release |
Black Bass (largemouth, smallmouth and spotted) | Maximum length limit | 20 inches & over |
Catfish | No length limit |
Creel Limits (per person, per day) |
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Type | Amount | Additional Information |
Black Bass (combined largemouth, smallmouth and spotted) | 10 | Anglers can harvest only one bass over 20 inches |
Catfish | 10 | Creel limit for all State Fishing and State Park Lakes |
- Only rod and reel or pole fishing is allowed on State Fishing Lakes except that carp, gar, buffalo, and bowfin may be taken by use of bow and arrow at night only after purchasing a valid permit for fishing and/or boating. No other gear is allowed at these lakes.
- Fishing is not allowed from courtesy piers adjacent to boat ramps. Night fishing is allowed from the bank or boats which are in compliance with state and coast guard regulations.
Additional Information:
For information about Calling Panther Lake, please call (601) 892-4776.
Calling Panther Lake depth map
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Fisheries Biologists use various sampling methods to assess the fish populations in the State’s waters. Sampling results for selected water bodies are summarized in Reel Facts Sheets.