The boat ramp is closed at this time due to unsafe navigation conditions caused by low water levels. Bank fishing remains open to anglers.
Neshoba County Lake is a 138-acre lake 7 miles southeast of Philadelphia on Hwy 486 in Neshoba County. The lake was transferred to the State by the Neshoba County American Legion. After repairs, the lake was reopened in 1985 as a State Lake. It is an exceptional fishery for Largemouth Bass.
Address: 10360 Co Rd 1711, Philadelphia, MS 39350
Phone: (601) 656-7376
Fees: Daily and Annual
Weekly fishing reports will return in February. Below are a few tips for fishing during the winter and early spring.
| Bass | Bass should be holding around creek channels and ledges where water depths change quickly and structure is present. Jig and pig combos and soft plastics fished slowly in these areas should be productive. Areas along the dam that contain structure may also be holding good numbers of fish during the winter months. Spinner baits and crank baits work well in these areas. Trophy fish may be targeted with minnows fished under a cork. There numerous large fish at Neshoba but it takes a lot of patience to be successful. |
| Crappie | Crappie can be targeted around creek ledges and deep structure at depths of 10 - 12 ft. Trolling in these areas with jigs or minnows should be productive ways to catch winter time crappie. |
| Bream | Bream should be targeted at depths of 8 - 10 ft around creek channels and structure. Tightlining on the bottom with red worms or crickets are the best methods this time of year. |
| Catfish | Try catfish in 8 - 10 ft of water around brush piles or along creek channels. Liver, minnows or worms are best bets for baits. |
Neshoba County Lake Special Regulations
Neshoba County Lake Special Regulations
Creel and Size Limits
| Species | Lengths to Release | Daily Creel Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth) | 16-20 inches | 10 per angler, 1 over 20 inches |
| Catfish | No Length Limit | 10 per angler |
Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species
Lake Regulations
- 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 prohibited.
Amenities
Amenities
Campgrounds are first come first served, please call the State Lake office for information.
- Boat ramp
- Handicap accessible fishing piers
- 22 developed camping sites with electrical/water/sewer hookups
- Primitive camping
- Restrooms with showers
- Pavilion rental with restrooms
- Picnic tables
- Barbecue grills.
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 |
| Bass | 14.3 lbs. | Austin Vowell |
| Crappie | 3.2 lbs. | Janet Blalock |
| Redear | 1 lb 8 oz | Betty Bell |
| Bluegill | 1.1 | Jimmy Ray Jones |
| Catfish | OPEN |
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