Fishing Report
Paul B. Johnson State Park - 8/9/2022 4:43:22 PM| Species | Detail | |
| Bass | Bass are biting well in deeper waters along the dam. Crawfish style crankbaits are pulling in fish near vegetation. | |
| Crappie | Crappie bite is consistent when trolling along the dam, try using live minnows or jigs with chartreuse skirts. | |
| Bream | Bream bite is good near the campground pier, target fishing effort near woody structure with crickets or on bottom near vegetation with redworms. | |
| Catfish | Catfish bite is best near the T-pier and in the channel with livers fished on bottom. | |
Special Fishing RegulationsSpecies |
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| Species | Type | Length To Release |
| Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth) | slot limit | 18"-22" |
| Catfish | No length limit | |
Creel Limits (per person, per day) |
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| Type | Amount | Additional Information |
| Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth) | 10 | Anglers can harvest only one bass over 22 inches |
| Catfish | 10 | Creel limit for all State Fishing and State Park Lakes |
- No trotlines, set lines, jug fishing, or commercial gears are permitted on state park lakes .
- Night fishing (from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise) will be permitted from the shore or from boats which are in compliance with State and Coast Guard regulations. Only idle speed and trolling motors may be used at night.
- Only rod and reel or pole fishing is allowed on State Park Lakes except that carp, gar, buffalo, and bowfin may be taken by use of a bow and arrow at night only after purchasing a valid permit for fishing and/or boating. No other gear is allowed at these lakes.
Additional Information
For more information about Geiger Lake, please call (601) 582-7721.
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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