Fishing Report
Lake Perry - 4/10/2024 11:10:37 AM| Species | Detail | |
| Bass | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. Minnows also work well. Fishing should continue to pickup as more fish spawn. | |
| Crappie | Fishing has been good. Focus fishing effort with smaller jigs or minnows. Look for structure and do not be afraid to use a spray-on fish attractant. Fishing should continue to pickup as more fish spawn. | |
| Bream | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using redworms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. Fishing should pickup as more fish start to spawn. | |
| Catfish | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits. | |
Special Fishing RegulationsSpecies |
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| Species | Type | Length To Release |
| Catfish | No length limit | |
Creel Limits (per person, per day) |
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| Type | Amount | Additional Information |
| 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 more information about Lake Perry, please call (601) 784-6119.
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.
Lake Perry is well stocked with Florida Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Coppernose Bluegill, Shell Cracker (Red Ear Sunfish), Crappie, and Channel Catfish. Lake Perry is checked regularly by biologists for restocking needs and fertilized yearly.
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