🐟 What fish can you catch in Butler?

Most commonly caught species around Butler , KY : Largemouth bass - 8,984 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,722 reported catches Bluegill - 2,306 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 2,148 reported catches Blue catfish - 1,267 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Butler fishing reports?

The latest Butler , KY fishing reports are: @loganmitchell2385 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Banklick Creek . @jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White bass . @jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice Black crappie . @jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White bass at William H. Harsha Lake . @jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White crappie . .

Fishing in Butler, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Butler, Kentucky?

Anglers in Butler , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Ohio River (East Liverpool - Lawrenceburg) , South Fork Licking River , Licking River , Campbell County Lake , Old Alexandria Reservoir .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Butler

Latest Butler fishing reports

Largemouth bass

Banklick Creek

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White bass

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Black crappie

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White bass

William H. Harsha Lake

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White crappie

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White crappie

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Robert J. Barth Lake

16 in · 2 lb

White crappie

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White crappie

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Smallmouth bass

Grand Valley Nature Preserve

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Fishing regulations in Butler

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 17th, 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

38°47′15.7″N 84°22′19.2″W

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FAQ about Butler fishing

Anglers in Butler, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Ohio River (East Liverpool - Lawrenceburg), South Fork Licking River, Licking River, Campbell County Lake, and Old Alexandria Reservoir.

Most commonly caught species around Butler, KY:

Largemouth bass - 8,984 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,722 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,306 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 2,148 reported catches
Blue catfish - 1,267 reported catches

The latest Butler, KY fishing reports are:

@loganmitchell2385 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Banklick Creek.
@jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White bass.
@jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice Black crappie.
@jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White bass at William H. Harsha Lake.
@jonahlovesfishing123 reported a nice White crappie.

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