The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Providence
East Carroll Parish, Louisiana · about 1,290 acres (2 sq mi)
67°F water, calm this morning.
About Lake Providence
Lake Providence spreads over about 1,290 acres in East Carroll Parish, Louisiana.
From end to end it runs about 3.7 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 12.5 miles. At about 90 ft above sea level, it warms early in spring. Lake Providence sits right on the water. Jackson, the nearest city, is about 67 miles southeast.
- Size
- About 1,290 acres (2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 12.5 miles
- End to end
- About 3.7 miles
- Elevation
- About 90 ft
- County
- East Carroll Parish
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise
- 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:00 am – 8:15 amsunrise · wind 5 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Louisiana mix for a lake this size: largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 67°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- GoodLargemouth bass
Fall feed. They chase baitfish into creeks and coves.
- FairCrappie
Scattered after the spawn. Try docks and brush at mid depth.
- GoodCatfish
Active. Evenings and nights are best.
- GoodBluegill and sunfish
Active around docks and weeds.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:33 am · sunset 5:04 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Providence
- Lake Providenceon the shore
- Mayersvilleabout 9.4 mi northeast
- Oak Groveabout 9.6 mi west
- Eudoraabout 17 mi north
- Jacksonnearest city, about 67 mi southeast
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Questions about Lake Providence
What fish are in Lake Providence?
Lakes like Lake Providence usually hold largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Providence?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Providence?
About 1,290 acres, with about 12.5 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Providence?
Lake Providence is on the shore; Mayersville is about 9.4 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Lake Providence today?
The surface was about 67°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Providence on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
