Pickens, MS Fishing Trip — February

Your Pickens, MS Fishing Trip

February2 peopleFamily Trip
High 63°F / Low 42°F4.9" rain · 6 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

What’s Biting in February

5 species
Largemouth BassGood
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassFair
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Flathead CatfishFair
Flathead Catfish
Various
Channel CatfishFair
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
BluegillLow
Bluegill
Float Fishing · Fly Fishing

February Weather in Pickens

63°F
Avg High
42°F
Avg Low
4.9"
Rainfall
6
Rainy Days

Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.

7 Guides Near Pickens

No guides are based in Pickens, but these guides operate nearby.

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Mississippi Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$8
Non-Resident$30
Requirements

Required for ages 16-64. Freshwater and saltwater licenses sold separately.

Buy License Online — Mississippi

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:10 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

On Lake Bill Waller, Largemouth Bass must be between 16 and 22 inches to harvest. Only one bass over 22 inches may be kept.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2 per day
Size Limit:15-inch minimum

Only two fish exceeding 15 inches may be kept per day. Check local regulations for specific water bodies as exceptions may exist.

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
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