Lake Lowndes State Park

Lake Lowndes State Park is a 150 acre lake 10 miles southeast of Columbus, MS off Hwy 69 in Lowndes County. Historically, the lake has boasted a good bream population. The lake has an overabundance of Largemouth Bass, and anglers are encouraged to harvest smaller bass.

Address: 3319 Lake Lowndes Rd, Columbus, MS 39702
Phone: (662) 840-5176

For more information about fees, amenities, activities, camping, and lodging visit the Lake Lowndes State Park page.

Fishing Report - Updated 6/25/2024

SpeciesDetail
BassFishing has been fair. Shallows are popular for topwater action early and late in the day with buzzbaits and poppers. Texas-rigged plastics and crankbaits are catching majority of the deeper fish. 
Crappie Crappie bite has been slow with the summertime heat. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. During this time of year, it is helpful to find deeper cover to fish. Live minnows and spinner baits work well. A spray-on fish attractant is also helpful because a large part of the crappie’s predatory instinct is scent-driven.
BreamBream bite has been fair to good. They are sporadically spawning, so check beds and along the shore for productivity. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using redworms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. Average size between 5 to 7 inches.
Catfish Catfish bite is fair in or around deep drop-offs. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits. 

Water temperature: 90

Visibility: 41"

Lake Lowndes Special Regulations

Special Fishing Regulations

SpeciesTypeLength to Release
Catfish No length limit

Creel Limits

TypeAmountAdditional Information
Catfish10Creel limit for all State Fishing and State Park Lakes

Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species

Lake Regulations

  • Rod and reel fishing is allowed. No trotlines, FFFD’s, jugs, yo-yo’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.
  • Skiing is allowed in designated areas on weekends and holidays only. 
  • PFD’s are required.

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