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 - 2/20/2025

SpeciesDetail
BassWith 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.
CrappieWith water temperatures starting to warm, also expect crappie activity start to pick up. Around this time anglers are still trolling deeper areas of the lake. Look for any structure in the lake and try various depths. Using jigs or minnows is a good choice.
BreamBream fishing during the winter months can be slow but look for activity to pick up in the coming weeks. Try using redworms at different depths.
CatfishWinter catfish are slow to bite. However, look for catfish activity to increase with warmer weather on the way. Try fishing near the bottom with liver, nightcrawlers, or cut bait.
Bee Lake Special Regulations

Creel and Size Limits

SpeciesLengths to ReleaseDaily Creel Limit
Alligator GarAll Lengths0 per angler

Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species

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