🐟 What fish can you catch in Owenton?

Most commonly caught species around Owenton , KY : Largemouth bass - 4,096 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 1,124 reported catches Bluegill - 833 reported catches Channel catfish - 628 reported catches Rock bass - 422 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Owenton fishing reports?

The latest Owenton , KY fishing reports are: @helixskys reported a nice Channel catfish at Charles Brooking Park . @helixskys reported a nice Channel catfish at Charles Brooking Park . @joshclements_4 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Jericho . @FishinwithDee reported a nice Largemouth bass at Green Valley Lake . @joshclements_4 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Jericho . .

Fishing in Owenton, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Owenton, Kentucky?

Anglers in Owenton , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Kentucky River , Craigs Creek , Bolz Lake , Elmer Davis Lake , Elk Creek .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Owenton

Latest Owenton fishing reports

Channel catfish

Charles Brooking Park

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Channel catfish

Charles Brooking Park

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Largemouth bass

Lake Jericho

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Largemouth bass

Green Valley Lake

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Largemouth bass

Lake Jericho

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Longear sunfish

Clear Creek

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Longear sunfish

Clear Creek

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Green sunfish

Clear Creek

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Green sunfish

Clear Creek

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Longear sunfish

Clear Creek

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Fishing regulations in Owenton

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 8th, 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°32′18.6″N 84°50′28″W

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FAQ about Owenton fishing

Anglers in Owenton, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Kentucky River, Craigs Creek, Bolz Lake, Elmer Davis Lake, and Elk Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Owenton, KY:

Largemouth bass - 4,096 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 1,124 reported catches
Bluegill - 833 reported catches
Channel catfish - 628 reported catches
Rock bass - 422 reported catches

The latest Owenton, KY fishing reports are:

@helixskys reported a nice Channel catfish at Charles Brooking Park.
@helixskys reported a nice Channel catfish at Charles Brooking Park.
@joshclements_4 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Jericho.
@FishinwithDee reported a nice Largemouth bass at Green Valley Lake.
@joshclements_4 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Jericho.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Owenton, 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 Owenton, KY was a 6 ft / 2 lbs caught by Fishbrain user @dragonkiller6 at Lake Shelby on August 1, 2015.