Date and Time Updated:
Species
SpeciesDetail
BassFishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. Minnows also work well. Fishing should continue to pickup as more fish spawn.
CrappieFishing has been slow. Focus fishing effort with smaller jigs or minnows. Look for structure and do not be afraid to use a spray-on fish attractant. Fishing should continue to pickup as more fish spawn.
BreamFishing has been slow. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using red worms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. Fishing should continue to pickup as more fish spawn.
CatfishFishing has been slow. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits.
Special Fishing Regulations
SpeciesRegulation TypeLength To Release
Catfish No length limit
Creel Limits (per person, per day)
TypeAmountAdditional Information
Catfish10Creel limit for all State Fishing and State Park Lakes
  • Only rod and reel or pole fishing is allowed on State Fishing Lakes except that carp, gar, buffalo, and bowfin may be taken by use of bow and arrow at night only after purchasing a valid permit for fishing and/or boating. No other gear is allowed at these Lakes.
  • 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.

Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species.

Additional Information

For more information about Lake Columbia, please call (601) 736-1861

Lake Columbia Depth Map

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks Fisheries Biologists use various sampling methods to assess the fish populations in the State’s waters.   Sampling results for selected water bodies are summarized in Reel Facts Sheets

Lake Columbia