🐟 What fish can you catch in Ghent?

Most commonly caught species around Ghent , KY : Largemouth bass - 4,251 reported catches Bluegill - 849 reported catches Channel catfish - 669 reported catches Blue catfish - 356 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 289 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Ghent fishing reports?

The latest Ghent , KY fishing reports are: @kypharmer reported a nice Bluegill at Reformatory Lake . @kypharmer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Reformatory Lake . @cynthiabuttery reported a nice Channel catfish at Camp Ernst Lake . @reecehalford reported a nice Largemouth bass at L and N Lake . .

Fishing in Ghent, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Ghent, Kentucky?

Anglers in Ghent , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Ohio River (Lawrenceburg - Cairo) , Ohio River (IN) , Kentucky River , Craigs Creek , Butler Lake .

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

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Q: What's the biggest Largemouth bass caught in Ghent?

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Ghent , KY was a 4 ft / 3.8 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @bradkoons at South Fork Laughery Creek on July 30, 2015 .

Q: What's the biggest Bluegill caught in Ghent?

The biggest Bluegill (by length) reported in Ghent , KY was a 4 ft / 0.4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @JosephsKinnett at Laughery Creek on May 4, 2015 .

Q: What's the biggest Channel catfish caught in Ghent?

The biggest Channel catfish (by length) reported in Ghent , KY was a 4 ft / 4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @Jake_hannon at Crystal Lake on June 27, 2019 .

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Top fish species in Ghent

Latest Ghent fishing reports

Bluegill

Reformatory Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Reformatory Lake

length · weight

Channel catfish

Camp Ernst Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

L and N Lake

18 in · 3 lb 3 oz

L and N Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Harmony

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Green Valley Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Lake Polliwog

length · weight

Channel catfish

Schnebelt's Pond

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Indian Creek

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Ghent

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 May 7th, 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°44′2.4″N 85°03′41″W

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FAQ about Ghent fishing

Anglers in Ghent, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Ohio River (Lawrenceburg - Cairo), Ohio River (IN), Kentucky River, Craigs Creek, and Butler Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Ghent, KY:

Largemouth bass - 4,251 reported catches
Bluegill - 849 reported catches
Channel catfish - 669 reported catches
Blue catfish - 356 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 289 reported catches

The latest Ghent, KY fishing reports are:

@kypharmer reported a nice Bluegill at Reformatory Lake.
@kypharmer reported a nice Largemouth bass at Reformatory Lake.
@cynthiabuttery reported a nice Channel catfish at Camp Ernst Lake.
@reecehalford reported a nice Largemouth bass at L and N Lake.

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

Plan smarter: Get hour-by-hour fishing weather conditions.
Fish at peak times: Use BiteTime™ predictions to maximize catches.
Stay ahead of the weather: Get hyper-local, real-time updates.

The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Ghent, KY was a 4 ft / 3.8 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @bradkoons at South Fork Laughery Creek on July 30, 2015.

The biggest Bluegill (by length) reported in Ghent, KY was a 4 ft / 0.4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @JosephsKinnett at Laughery Creek on May 4, 2015.

The biggest Channel catfish (by length) reported in Ghent, KY was a 4 ft / 4 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @Jake_hannon at Crystal Lake on June 27, 2019.