Kentucky Lake Fishing
Take me fishing at Kentucky Lake!
With tens of thousands of acres of water, there’s ample room to explore the shorelines and coves of Kentucky Lake. Anglers will find plenty of space to wet some lines, no matter if you’re trolling crankbaits, scanning for bass or just catching fish for fun. Largemouth bass, yellow bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill are abundant in our waters.
Recent Kentucky Lake Fishing Updates
March Fishing on Kentucky & Barkley Lakes
March is really the signal to anglers that spring fishing has arrived. From warmer days, daylight savings time giving us until 7pm to fish and the movement of many different species of fish from their winter deep haunts on the main lake to the bays to begin their annual migration towards the spawn. It really
Cornfield Fishing Demo Days Set for April 25-26
Photo courtesy Matt Foster Cornfield Fishing Gear hosts their second annual demo days event on Kentucky Lake on April 25-26, 2025 for anglers and fans of fishing to come out and meet with a bunch of the country’s best crappie anglers as well as many of the companies around crappie fishing and marine electronics. Not
February Fishing on Kentucky & Barkley Lakes
Photo by Jason Sealock Fishing in February always feels like the kickoff to the fishing season for us on the West Kentucky Fisheries. After generally having our coldest days in January, and all of the hunting seasons passing, most outdoorsmen and avid anglers turn their full attention back to fishing. And it can be some
First Time Fishing?
Kentucky Lake is a great place to learn how to fish. You may just need some guidance on fishing this new body of water. Or, you may want to bring the family for a fishing adventure. Either way, we have guides available to help you.
- We have many tournaments throughout the year so book your accommodations and boat rentals early!
- Acquire your fishing license.
- Find a local fishing guide service below. Secure a guide for a half or full day if this is your first time to Kentucky Lake. They can give you great tips on fishing this expansive body of water along with showing you a great time on the lake.
- Have a great time on the water!
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For the Leisure Fishermen
There is nothing better than fishing on Kentucky Lake as the sun rises over the water. If you love to fish then you’ll find everything from bass, crappie, to spring spawn…and much more. Each season brings new fishing opportunities!
- Don’t have your fishing license for Kentucky? You can purchase one here.
- Need to find a boat to rent or a place to dock your boat? Find the right spot here!
- Book your place to stay here, and then discover more to do on your trip!
For Tournament Anglers
Kentucky Lake plays host to many fishing tournaments each year.
- Tournament coming up? Find your boat dock rental and book your accommodations!
- Want to host your tournament here? Contact us about the resort and marina options built to accommodate a variety of tournament sizes.
- Can’t bring your boat with you? We have many fishing boat rentals available!
- Don’t forget your Kentucky fishing license! You can purchase them online for your convenience.
