Prentiss Walker Lake

Prentiss Walker Lake is a 81-acre lake 4 miles southwest of Mize off Hwy 35 in Smith County. The lake was constructed in 1962 and was originally named Lake Ross Barnett. The lake was closed for repairs in 1994 and reopened in 1997. Prentiss Walker is known for very large Bluegill and Redear sunfish.

Address: Smith Co Rd 50-A, Mize, MS 39116
Phone: (601) 733-2611
Fees: Daily and Annual

Weekly fishing reports will return in February. Below are a few tips for fishing during the winter and early spring.

BassBass can be targeted in deeper water where structure is present. Feeder creeks or ledges along the main creek channel should be holding fish also. Deep diving crank baits or plastic worms fished slowly in these areas can be effective late in the year.
Crappie Crappie will be in deep water this time of year along creek channels and deep structure. Fish may be anywhere in the water column so try multiple depths until fish are located. Trolling in these areas with minnows or jigs are very productive ways to catch crappie during the winter months.
BreamBream may be found in deeper water off of points and around structure. Tight lining on the bottom with crickets and worms will be the most effective method for harvesting good size bream this time of year.
Catfish Catfish can be targeted in deep water around creek ledges and structure. Worms, liver and blood baits will be best choices for baits.

Temperature:  70 °F 

Water visibility:  48 in

Prentiss Walker Lake Special Regulations

Creel and Size Limits

SpeciesLengths to ReleaseDaily Creel Limits
CatfishNo Length Limit10 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 allowed on Friday, Sunday, Memorial Day, July 4th , and Labor Day from noon to sunset within ski area. 
  • Lake is designated as No Wake all other times.
Amenities

Campgrounds are first come first served, please call the State Lake office for information.

  • Boat ramp
  • Handicap accessible fishing piers
  • 18 developed camping sites with electrical/water hookups
  • Primitive camping
  • Restrooms with showers
  • Pavilion rental
  • Playground
  • 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.

SpeciesWeightAngler
Bass13.81 lbs.Daniel Kennedy
Crappie2.0 lbs.Thomas C. Hughes
Redear1.40 lbs.Catherine Hartzog
Bluegill1.2 lbs.Bryan Stapleton
Catfish45.60 lbs.Dwayne Eubanks

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