A small child fishing.

Fishing

At Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge

Fishing is permitted year-round during daylight hours in the borrow pits, with opportunities to catch crappie, bass, bluegill and catfish. State creel limits apply.

Anglers must possess a valid North Mississippi Refuge Complex Hunting and Fishing permit from any state license vendor or from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks website. See the current North Mississippi Refuges Complex Hunting and Fishing Regulations brochure for more information. 

Coldwater River National Wildlife Refuge Activities