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Species
SpeciesDetail
BassLook for bass activity to start to pick up with warmer temperatures on the way. Take a slower approach when fishing for bass during the winter months. Suspended crank baits, spinner baits, and worms are a good choice. Just fish them slow this time of year. Target deeper areas with underwater cover.
CrappieCrappie fishing at Lake Washington  usually picks up fast as opposed to other lakes in the area. Look for fish at 5=6 feet of water while fishing about 4 feet deep. Look for any structure in the lake and try various depths. Using jigs or minnows is a good choice.
BreamBream fishing during the winter months can be slow but look for action to start to pick up soon. Try using red worms at different depths.
CatfishWinter catfish are slow to bite. However, with warmer weather on the way, look for the catfish activity to increase. Try fishing near the bottom with liver, night crawlers, or cut bait.
Special Fishing Regulations
SpeciesRegulations TypeLength To Release
Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth)Minimum length limit15 inches & under
Crappie (combined black and white)Minimum length limit11 inches & under
Creel Limits (per person, per day)
TypeAmountAdditional Information
Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth)5The possession of black bass under 15 inches while in Paul Love Park or on the weir is prohibited.
Crappie (combined black and white)30The possession of crappie under 11 inchs while in Paul Love Park or on the weir is prohibited.

Yo-yos

  • Yo-yos must be attended at all times (meaning you msut remain in sight of your yo-yos at all times).
  • Yo-yos may be left unattended from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. During this time all yo-yos left unattended must be tripped with the hook out of the water.
  • Yo-yos left un-tripped during this two hour period and yo-yos left unattended at any other times can be confiscated by MDWFP law enforcement officers.
  • All yo-yos must have a waterproof or metal tag attached an visible above the water surface. The tags must contain the angler's full name address.

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

Additional Information

Lake Washington 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.

For up-to-date fishing information lodging options, or to pick up live bait and fishing supplies, contact Pam Hammond at Roy's Store (662) 827 - 2588 or Mike Jones at Bait N Thangs bait shop (662) 827 - 2666.