The Kentucky Wildlands

Fishing

Rockcastle River

The Rockcastle River is a 54.8-mile-long river primarily in Rockcastle County, Kentucky, United States. It is a tributary of the Cumberland River and therefore, via the Ohio River, part of the Mississippi River watershed. In 1750 it was discovered and named the Lawless River by Dr. Thomas Walker and his exploring party. It was soon

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North Fork River Trail

Length: Approximately 5 miles on the North Fork of the Kentucky River. Allow 2-3 hrs to complete. Difficulty: Easy (and relaxing). Trail Activities: Kayak, raft and float, fishing (Small Mouth, Redeye, Kentucky Bass, Muskie, and occasionally a Trout). It is possible to see cranes, deer, fox, otters,& beavers, and other wildlife. Parking: Ample parking at

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Panbowl Lake

Panbowl Lake was formed in 1963 when the panbowl-shaped North Fork of the Kentucky River was dammed due to the construction of KY HWY 15. The lake is about 7 miles long and 98 acres. This beautiful lake is in Jackson and is known for crappie and bass fishing.

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Red River

The Red River rises in the mountainous region of the Cumberland Plateau, in eastern Wolfe County, approximately 15 mi (24 km) east of Campton. It flows generally west, through Red River Gorge in the Daniel Boone National Forest, then past Stanton and Clay City. It joins the Kentucky approximately 11 mi (18 km) southeast of Winchester,

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Hatchery Creek Trout Stream

The stream provides healthy aquatic habitat that has attracted trout, including larger, trophy sized trout from the Cumberland River, and other wildlife. It also provides an attractive and challenging fishing opportunity for anglers with a good chance of catching larger trout. Anglers should be able to fish effectively from the bank. Those wishing to wade

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Fish Pond Lake

Fish Pond Lake is a pristine man-made lake, located one mile west of Payne Gap off U.S. 119 in Jenkins, KY. Once the site of a mining camp, the valley was dammed and flooded in 1961 to create this shining centerpiece of the 895-acre Little Laurel Park. The lake is home to freshwater jellyfish, a

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Fishtrap Lake

Fishtrap Lake was created to help control flooding along the Ohio and Big Sandy Rivers. The lake is surrounded by natural beauty nestled among mountains and dense forests, Fishtrap Lake will appeal to anyone who loves boating, fishing or hiking. But don’t be surprised if the other visitors you meet as you wander around the

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