Fishing Report
JP Coleman/Pickwick Lake - 3/21/2023 8:09:01 AM| Species | Detail | |
| Bass | The bass fishing reports have been good lately. The lake is currently back down to winter pool, however, so adjust your fishing accordingly. Crawdad crankbaits, jigs and spinnerbaits all seem to be working well. Alabama-rigs, rigged with various sizes, shapes and colors of swimbaits, as well as Carolina-rigs are also popular lure choices. Both largemouth and smallmouth bass are starting to feed up for the spawn, which is not too far off. Look for fish to start their pre spawn feeding soon if not already in some transition areas leading to the flats and pockets where they’ll eventually make their beds. | |
| Crappie | Crappie fishing was picking up nicely before the cold snap. Since then, the bite has dropped off somewhat, but should pick back up with the warmer weather headed our way. Some good reports were coming from the Indian Creek area. | |
| Catfish | Catfish are still holding to deeper holes. Tightlining with cut bait or whole shad should be productive. | |
Special Fishing RegulationsSpecies |
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| Species | Type | Length To Release |
| Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted, and smallmouth) | Minimum Length Limit | 15 inches and under |
| Crappie (combined black and white) | Minimum Length Limit | 9 inches and under |
| Catfish | No length limit | Anglers can harvest only one catfish over 34 inches |
Creel Limits (per person, per day) |
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| Type | Amount | Additional Information |
| Bass | 10 | |
| Crappie | 30 | |
| Catfish | No length limit | Anglers can harvest only one catfish over 34 inches |
Additional Information:
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.
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