Date and Time Updated:
Species
SpeciesDetail
Largemouth BassBass fishing has been fair, but should pick up as the fish move up to spawn. Jerk baits, jigs, and T-rigged soft plastics are all good choices.
CrappieThe crappie bite has picked up a little, and should improve as the water temps continue to warm and the fish move to the shallows for the spawn. Jigs or jig/minnow combinations will be the best bait choicess.
BreamBream fishing is fair. Tight lining red worms, night crawlers, and mealworms works well, as do crickets.
CatfishTarget the creek channel and around the deeper points with night crawlers, cut shad, and/or liver. Tight lining is the most popular technique for catfish.
Special Fishing Regulations
SpeciesRegulation TypesLength To Release
Catfish No length limit
 
Creel Limits (per person, per day)
TypeAmountAdditional Information
Catfish10Creel limit for all State Fishing and State Park Lakes.
  • No trot lines, set lines, jug fishing, or commercial gears are permitted on state park lakes.
  • Night fishing (from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes, after sunrise) will be permitted from the shore or from boats which are in compliance with State and Coast Guard regulations. Only idle speed and trolling motors may be used at night.
  • 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 Creel Limits and Length Limits apply to all other fish species.

Additional Information

For information about Elvis Presley Lake, please call (662)620-6314

Lake Lowndes 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.