Mississippi Crappie Trail

Area: 32.31 mi²
Length: 15.99 mi
Max depth: 60′ 0″
Counties: Rankin / Madison
Cities: Ridgeland, Brandon, Madison, Jackson
Fish: White Crappie, Smallmouth Buffalo, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Bowfin

The Barnett Reservoir is a reservoir of the Pearl River between Madison and Rankin counties in the U.S. state of Mississippi. The 33,000-acre lake serves as the state’s largest drinking water resource, and is managed by the Pearl River Valley Water Supply District. Barnett Reservoir offers some of the state’s best crappie fishing. Both white and black crappie can be caught anytime of the year.

Area: 7.812 mi²
Size: 5,000 acres
County: Washington
Cities: Glen Allan, Chatham, Erwin
Average depth: 6 ft-22 ft
Fish: White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bream (Bluegill), Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass,

Lake Washington is one of the largest natural lakes in Mississippi. Around 700 years old, it may also be one of the country’s oldest lakes. It’s well known for excellent crappie, catfish, and bluegill fishing as well as seasonal duck hunting. Boat ramps are located at Okey’s and Cypress Gardens on the south side of the lake. Also accessible from Roy’s Store and Southern Star RV Park.

Area: 7.812 mi²
Size: 35,820 acres
County: Grenada, Yalobusha
Cities: Coffeeville, Grenada, Holcomb, Water Valley
Average depth: 6 ft  - 50 ft
Fish: White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bream (Bluegill), Catfish

Grenada Lake is a reservoir on the Yalobusha River Mississippi. If you’re in search of trophy-sized crappie look no further than Grenada Lake in Mississippi. While this 35,820-acre waterway can be great for largemouth bass, white bass, and catfish, it is best known for its outstanding crappie fishing. 3-pound crappie are not uncommon, and those pushing 4-pounds can be caught by the persistent angler!

Size: 6,100 acres
County: Yalobusha / Panola / Lafayette
Cities: Enid
Average depth: 6 ft - 55 ft
Fish: White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bream (Bluegill), Largemouth Bass

Enid Lake, MS, on the Yocona River, is known for its crappie along with the family camping facilities. Located in the Hills Region of Mississippi on Interstate-55 just 56 miles south of Memphis, TN, the lake offers an accessible fishing pier below the dam and an equestrian trail.

Size: 98,520 acres
County: Lafayette, Panola, & Marshall
Cities: Sardis
Average depth: 6 ft - 76 ft
Fish: White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bream (Bluegill), Largemouth Bass, Catfish

Sardis Lake, MS, on the Tallahatchie River, is known for its sand beaches and amazing crappie fishing opportunities. A State Park with swimming pool, recreation hall, cabins and a golf course are located at Sardis Lake.

Size: 57,250 acres
County: DeSoto/ Tate
Cities: Arkabutla
Average depth: 6 ft - 54 ft
Fish: White Crappie, Black Crappie, Bream (Bluegill), Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Catfish

Arkabutla Lake, MS, on the Coldwater River, is known for its large crappie and excellent sailing conditions. Located near Memphis, TN, the lake has camping, swimming and picnicking facilities.