Channel Catfish

For channel catfish angling near Tremont, Mississippi, the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway offers consistent action. While not as prized as their flathead cousins, channel cats are abundant and provide excellent table fare. The key is finding areas with current and structure. Look for creek mouths, riprap along the banks, and submerged timber. Night fishing can be particularly productive during the warmer months. Simple bottom rigs with stink bait, nightcrawlers, or cut bait are all effective. Several public access points along the Tenn-Tom offer bank fishing opportunities, and numerous boat ramps provide access for larger vessels. Be aware of barge traffic on the waterway, especially at night. Also, consider fishing the smaller creeks that feed into the Tenn-Tom; these can hold surprising numbers of channel cats, especially after a rain.