🐟 What fish can you catch in Buckhorn?

Most commonly caught species around Buckhorn , KY : Largemouth bass - 725 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 282 reported catches Bluegill - 207 reported catches Channel catfish - 105 reported catches Spotted bass - 86 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Buckhorn fishing reports?

The latest Buckhorn , KY fishing reports are: @DjHerald reported a nice Creek chub at Red River . @DjHerald reported a nice Striped shiner at Red River . @perk-daddy reported a nice Smallmouth bass . .

Fishing in Buckhorn, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Buckhorn, Kentucky?

Anglers in Buckhorn , KY recommend these top fishing spots: North Fork Kentucky River , Middle Fork Kentucky River , Buckhorn Lake , Lost Creek , Troublesome Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Buckhorn?

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Buckhorn

Latest Buckhorn fishing reports

Creek chub

Red River

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Striped shiner

Red River

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Smallmouth bass

13 in · 1 lb 2 oz

Lost Creek

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Carr Fork Lake

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Rainbow trout

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Emerald goby

South Fork Kentucky River

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Gilt darter

South Fork Kentucky River

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Longhead darter

South Fork Kentucky River

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Eastern sand darter

South Fork Kentucky River

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Fishing regulations in Buckhorn

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Kentucky can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 20th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

Possession limit no more than 12 black bass in total.

Check "Special Regulations" for site specific regulations.

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

37°20′46″N 83°28′10.2″W

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FAQ about Buckhorn fishing

Anglers in Buckhorn, KY recommend these top fishing spots: North Fork Kentucky River, Middle Fork Kentucky River, Buckhorn Lake, Lost Creek, and Troublesome Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Buckhorn, KY:

Largemouth bass - 725 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 282 reported catches
Bluegill - 207 reported catches
Channel catfish - 105 reported catches
Spotted bass - 86 reported catches

The latest Buckhorn, KY fishing reports are:

@DjHerald reported a nice Creek chub at Red River.
@DjHerald reported a nice Striped shiner at Red River.
@perk-daddy reported a nice Smallmouth bass.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Buckhorn, KY. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: