🐟 What fish can you catch in Monticello?

Most commonly caught species around Monticello , KY : Rainbow trout - 2,390 reported catches Largemouth bass - 1,577 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 734 reported catches Striped bass - 339 reported catches Bluegill - 323 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Monticello fishing reports?

The latest Monticello , KY fishing reports are: @edwards.sydney reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Cumberland . @kalonkilburn reported a nice Largemouth bass at Beaver Creek . @WaylinDople reported a nice Freshwater drum at Big South Fork Cumberland River . @WaylinDople reported a nice Freshwater drum at Big South Fork Cumberland River . @grahamvollrath reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wolf Creek . .

Fishing in Monticello, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Monticello, Kentucky?

Anglers in Monticello , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Cumberland , Cumberland River (KY) , Big South Fork Cumberland River , Fishing Creek , Beaver Creek .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Monticello

Latest Monticello fishing reports

Bluegill

Lake Cumberland

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Beaver Creek

16 in · 2 lb 2 oz

Freshwater drum

Big South Fork Cumberland River

length · weight

Freshwater drum

Big South Fork Cumberland River

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Wolf Creek

20 in · 5 lb

Largemouth bass

Lake Cumberland

length · weight

Redear sunfish

Pine Creek Number One Lake

length · weight

Channel catfish

Pine Creek Number One Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Pine Creek Number One Lake

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Pine Creek Number One Lake

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Monticello

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 Rainbow trout as of May 27th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Rainbow trout

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Possession limit no more than 16Check the "Special Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.

Excellent

Oncorhynchus mykiss

Regulations for

36°50′28.3″N 84°51′0.7″W

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FAQ about Monticello fishing

Anglers in Monticello, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Cumberland, Cumberland River (KY), Big South Fork Cumberland River, Fishing Creek, and Beaver Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Monticello, KY:

Rainbow trout - 2,390 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 1,577 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 734 reported catches
Striped bass - 339 reported catches
Bluegill - 323 reported catches

The latest Monticello, KY fishing reports are:

@edwards.sydney reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Cumberland.
@kalonkilburn reported a nice Largemouth bass at Beaver Creek.
@WaylinDople reported a nice Freshwater drum at Big South Fork Cumberland River.
@WaylinDople reported a nice Freshwater drum at Big South Fork Cumberland River.
@grahamvollrath reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wolf Creek.

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