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Geiger Lake is a 225-acre lake located in Forrest County off Hwy 49, 10 miles south of Hattiesburg, MS at Paul B. Johnson State Park. It is a popular destination for crappie fishermen and recreational boaters.
Address: 319 Geiger Lake Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
Phone: (601) 582-7721
For more information about fees, amenities, activities, camping, and lodging visit the Paul B. Johnson State Park page.
Fishing Report - Updated 05/15/2025
| Species | Detail |
|---|---|
| Bass | Fishing has been good. Focus fishing effort with soft plastics in a green/black/red coloration. Minnows and spinner baits also work well. The topwater bite is good in the early mornings and late evenings around lily pads. Fish are entering post-spawn behavior and will start looking for deeper water as the temperatures rise. |
| Crappie | Fishing has been good. Focus fishing effort with smaller jigs or minnows. Look for structure and do not be afraid to use a spray-on fish attractant. Fish are entering post-spawn behavior and will start looking for deeper water as the temperatures rise. |
| Bream | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort near vegetation with small beetle spin or fish using redworms, nightcrawlers, and crickets. |
| Catfish | Fishing has been fair. Focus fishing effort on the bottom with red worms, liver, and other stink baits. |
Geiger Lake Special Regulations
Geiger Lake Special Regulations
Creel and Size Limits
| Species | Lengths to Release | Daily Creel Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bass (combined largemouth, spotted and smallmouth) | 18-22 inches | 10 per angler, 1 over 22 inches |
| Catfish | No Length Limit | 10 per angler |
Statewide creel and size limits apply to all other fish species
Lake Regulations
- Only rod and reel or pole fishing is allowed on State Park Lakes. No trotlines, set lines, jug fishing, or commercial gears are permitted.
- Sport fishing licenses and fishing permits are required.
- Night fishing (from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise) will be permitted from the shore or from boats which are in compliance with State and Coast Guard regulations. Only idle speed and trolling motors may be used at night.
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