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Lake Bogue Homa is a 882-acre lake located in Jones County, 6 mi. E of Laurel on Hwy 84. It is the largest state fishing lake managed by MDWFP and is a popular destination for bass tournaments and for recreational anglers.
Address: 149 Bogue Homa Lake Rd, Laurel, MS 39443
Phone: (601) 425-2148
Fees: Daily and Annual
Fishing Report - Updated 02/20/2025
| Bass | Fishing has been good. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. Minnows and spinner baits also work well. The topwater bite is good in the early mornings and late evenings around lily pads. Bass have been biting around the banks and fishing piers. Fish should begin to spawn in the next few weeks if the temperature remains consistent. |
| 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. Fish have been biting near the pier and in the back of the lake. |
| Bream | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using redworms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. Fish should begin to spawn in the next few weeks if the temperature remains consistent. |
| Catfish | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits. |
Lake Bogue Homa Special Regulations
Lake Bogue Homa Special Regulations
Creel and Size Limits
| Species | Lengths to Release | Daily Creel Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth) | 15 inches and under | 5 per angler |
| Catfish | No Length Limit | 10 per angler |
Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species
Lake Regulations
- Only rod and reel or pole fishing is allowed. No trotlines, FFFD’s, jugs, yoyo’s, limblines, throwlines, or set hooks are allowed.
- Sport fishing licenses and fishing permits are required except on designated days during National Fishing and Boating Week.
- 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.
- Skiing is allowed daily from noon to sunset within ski area.
- Lake is designated as No Wake all other times.
Amenities
Amenities
- 3 boat ramps
- Handicap accessible fishing piers
- Duck hunting
- Restrooms with showers
- Pavilion rental
- Picnic tables
- Barbecue grills
- No camping.
Record Fish
Record fish must be weighed and verified by the lake manager, lake supervisor, or fisheries biologist. Anglers who catch a lake record fish will receive a certificate acknowledging their catch.
| Species | Weight | Angler | Date |
| Bass | 13.6 lbs. | Cliff Hensarling | 1995 |
| Crappie | 2.95 lbs. | Patrick Mashburn | March 2022 |
| Readear | 1.21 lbs. | Martrell Jones | February 2019 |
| Bluegill | OPEN | ||
| Catfish | 18.5 lbs. | Austin Cochran | October 2024 |
Recent Catches
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