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Fishing in Mayking, KY

Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Mayking

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Rainbow trout
Rainbow trout
Channel catfish
Channel catfish

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Common carp

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Black crappie

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Smallmouth bass

Russell Fork

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Smallmouth bass

Russell Fork

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Rock bass

Russell Fork

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Rock bass

Russell Fork

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Largemouth bass

South Fork Powell River

15 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

North Fork Pound River

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Big Cherry Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

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About Mayking fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Mayking, Kentucky. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 2,333 catches for Largemouth bass, 779 catches for Smallmouth bass, and 368 catches for Bluegill.

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Fishing regulations in Mayking

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 13th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

6

Min size

12"

Measurement

Total Length

Aggregate

6

Possession limit no more than 12 black bass in total.

Check "Special Regula​tions​​" for site specific regulations.

Micropterus nigricans

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37°08′1″N 82°46′22.8″W
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FAQ about Mayking fishing

Anglers in Mayking, KY recommend these top fishing spots: North Fork Kentucky River, Carr Fork Lake, Powell River, Carr Fork, and Fishpond Lake.
Most commonly caught species around Mayking, KY:
The latest Mayking, KY fishing reports are:
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The biggest Largemouth bass (by length) reported in Mayking, KY was a 5 ft / 36 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @lpelfrey838 at Lotts Creek on August 10, 2016.
The biggest Smallmouth bass (by length) reported in Mayking, KY was a 2 ft / 2 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @johnwatts112 at Leatherwood Creek on May 22, 2017.
The biggest Bluegill (by length) reported in Mayking, KY was a 2 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @peytonhoward at Fishpond Lake on September 28, 2019.

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