Carp

Burnsville, Mississippi, offers some surprisingly good carp fishing, especially in the backwaters and slower-moving sections of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway (known locally as the Tenn-Tom). These areas hold good numbers of carp that often get overlooked by anglers targeting more traditional game fish. Spring and early summer are prime times, as the carp move into shallower water to spawn. Chumming with corn or boilies a few days before you plan to fish can significantly improve your catch rate. Access can be a bit tricky in some areas; look for smaller, less-developed access points along the Tenn-Tom, as they tend to be less crowded. Be prepared for some muddy banks, especially after rain. The carp here average a decent size, with some pushing well over 20 pounds, and they tend to be strong fighters in the current.