🐟 What fish can you catch in Dry Ridge?

Most commonly caught species around Dry Ridge , KY : Largemouth bass - 5,552 reported catches Channel catfish - 1,562 reported catches Bluegill - 1,484 reported catches Blue catfish - 1,092 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,028 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Dry Ridge fishing reports?

The latest Dry Ridge , KY fishing reports are: @HarperReelLife reported a nice Smallmouth bass . @HarperReelLife reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Elkhorn Creek . @GutzG reported a nice Channel catfish at Robert J. Barth Lake . @RW7fishing reported a nice Green sunfish . @liam0409 reported a nice Bluegill at Robert J. Barth Lake . .

Fishing in Dry Ridge, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Dry Ridge, Kentucky?

Anglers in Dry Ridge , KY recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Licking River , Ohio River (Lawrenceburg - Cairo) , Ohio River (IN) , Licking River , Mud Lick Creek .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Dry Ridge

Latest Dry Ridge fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

Elkhorn Creek

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Channel catfish

Robert J. Barth Lake

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Green sunfish

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Bluegill

Robert J. Barth Lake

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Rock bass

Banklick Creek

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Rock bass

Banklick Creek

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Spotted bass

Mill Creek

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Sauger

Mill Creek

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White bass

Mill Creek

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Fishing regulations in Dry Ridge

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 16th, 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°41′1.7″N 84°36′1.8″W

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FAQ about Dry Ridge fishing

Anglers in Dry Ridge, KY recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Licking River, Ohio River (Lawrenceburg - Cairo), Ohio River (IN), Licking River, and Mud Lick Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Dry Ridge, KY:

Largemouth bass - 5,552 reported catches
Channel catfish - 1,562 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,484 reported catches
Blue catfish - 1,092 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,028 reported catches

The latest Dry Ridge, KY fishing reports are:

@HarperReelLife reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
@HarperReelLife reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Elkhorn Creek.
@GutzG reported a nice Channel catfish at Robert J. Barth Lake.
@RW7fishing reported a nice Green sunfish.
@liam0409 reported a nice Bluegill at Robert J. Barth Lake.

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