Freshwater Fishing Archives - Mississippi Sportsman

July 20, 2026

Whether visitors stay for a night or a week, John William Kyle State Park offers visitors the perfect balance of recreation and relaxation. […]

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks encourages anglers to review Mississippi’s freshwater fishing regulations. […]

Visitors to Paul B. Johnson State Park, which sits just inside the De Soto National Forest, canfish, swim, water ski or hike. […]

The MDWFP wants to inform the public that Tippah County Lake will reopen on Saturday, May 30, 2026 to fishing and boating only. […]

Whether you want to fish from a boat or the bank, you can catch crappie on live bait, jigs, or spinner rigs at Sardis Lake. […]

Shakespeare is expanding its youth lineup with the introduction of new character-inspired Youth Fishing Kits – designed for young anglers. […]

The MDWFP presented proposed updates during the April meeting of the Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. […]

The Millennium Marine R100 SpyderLok Gen 2 is a rod holder system designed specifically for spider rigging and multi-rod trolling techniques. […]

Lake Lowndes State Park is a hidden gem with breathtaking views. Come visit this beautiful state park and enjoy everything it has to offer. […]

Return to Elkins Creek by Evan Peacock is a collection of funny, lighthearted anecdotes from a dedicated Mississippi fisherman. […]

These youth fishing rodeos are free and provide the opportunity for young anglers to fish in a lake that is well-stocked with catfish! […]

Taking kids fishing teaches you valuable lessons on patience and may give you some perspective on the true value of a day on the water. […]