Date and Time Updated:
Species
SpeciesDetail
Largemouth BassFishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. Minnows also work well. Fishing should continue to pick up as more fish spawn.
CrappieFishing has been fair. 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 pick up as more fish spawn.
BreamFishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using red worms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. Fishing should continue to pick up as more fish spawn.
CatfishFishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits.
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Special Fishing Regulations
SpeciesRegulation TypeLength To Release
Largemouth BassSlot Length Limit16-22 inches
Catfish No length limit
Creel Limits (per person, per day)
TypeAmountAdditional Information
Largemouth Bass101 over 22"
Crappie15 
Bream (combined bluegill and redear25 
Catfish10 
Additional Information

For more information about Lake Mary Crawford, please call (601) 587-7853

Lake Mary Crawford 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 Rell Facts Sheets

Natural and artificial structures were added to the lake during renovations.

Mary Crawford Structure
Coordinates
31.5746882-90.1572432
31.5768785-90.158935
31.5765489-90.1534046
31.573673-90.1556664
31.573827-90.1558800
31.5739375-90.1559775
31.5747227-90.1570746
31.5754189-90.159057
31.5784526-90.1569927