🐟 What fish can you catch in Buffalo?

Most commonly caught species around Buffalo , KY : Largemouth bass - 3,606 reported catches Bluegill - 568 reported catches Channel catfish - 296 reported catches White crappie - 250 reported catches Spotted bass - 217 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Buffalo fishing reports?

The latest Buffalo , KY fishing reports are: @connor.riffe reported a nice Largemouth bass at Freeman Lake . @connor.riffe reported a nice Largemouth bass at Freeman Lake . @Vevoidrae reported a nice Longear sunfish at Little Meeting Creek . @brianclear reported a nice Largemouth bass at Sanders Spring Reservoir . @Landonsfish69 reported a nice Bluegill at Nolin River . .

Fishing in Buffalo, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Buffalo, Kentucky?

Anglers in Buffalo , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Nolin River , McDougal Lake Park , Freeman Creek , Sportsman Lake , Salem Creek .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Buffalo

Latest Buffalo fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Freeman Lake

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Largemouth bass

Freeman Lake

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Longear sunfish

Little Meeting Creek

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Largemouth bass

Sanders Spring Reservoir

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Bluegill

Nolin River

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Bluegill

Nolin River

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White crappie

Green River Lake

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Green sunfish

Freeman Creek

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Green sunfish

Freeman Creek

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Green sunfish

Freeman Creek

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Fishing regulations in Buffalo

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°30′29.2″N 85°41′57.1″W

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FAQ about Buffalo fishing

Anglers in Buffalo, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Nolin River, McDougal Lake Park, Freeman Creek, Sportsman Lake, and Salem Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Buffalo, KY:

Largemouth bass - 3,606 reported catches
Bluegill - 568 reported catches
Channel catfish - 296 reported catches
White crappie - 250 reported catches
Spotted bass - 217 reported catches

The latest Buffalo, KY fishing reports are:

@connor.riffe reported a nice Largemouth bass at Freeman Lake.
@connor.riffe reported a nice Largemouth bass at Freeman Lake.
@Vevoidrae reported a nice Longear sunfish at Little Meeting Creek.
@brianclear reported a nice Largemouth bass at Sanders Spring Reservoir.
@Landonsfish69 reported a nice Bluegill at Nolin River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Buffalo, 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: