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Bee Lake is a public oxbow lake located in Holmes County, Mississippi. It is managed by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP), which oversees the lake's fisheries resources and provides regular fishing reports. Conservation and water quality improvement efforts are supported by various local organizations.
Bee Lake is a 1,400 acre oxbow lake in Holmes County. It is one of the largest natural lakes along the bluff line between the flatlands of the Delta and the forested uplands of the Yazoo River Basin. Historical data suggests that the lake was formed by the Ohio River. The lake is long, roughly 14 miles from its upper to lower end. The lake has an average depth of 5 - 6 feet.
Fishing Report - 3/19/2025
| Species | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bass | With temperatures starting to warm, look for the activity start to pick up. Suspended crank baits, spinner baits, and worms are a good choice. Just fish them slow this time of year. Target deeper areas with underwater cover. |
| Crappie | With water temperatures starting to warm, also expect crappie activity to start to pick up. There are reports of anglers catching crappie in 3-4 feet around cypress trees on the north end of the lake. Jigs and minnows are always great choices of bait. |
| Bream | Look for bream activity to pick up in the coming weeks with increasing temperatures. Try using redworms at different depths near cover and structure. |
| Catfish | Look for catfish activity to increase with warmer weather on the way. Try tight lining liver, nightcrawlers, or cut bait near structure. |
Bee Lake Special Regulations
Bee Lake Special Regulations
Creel and Size Limits
| Species | Lengths to Release | Daily Creel Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Alligator Gar | All Lengths | 0 per angler |
Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species
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