🐟 What fish can you catch in Russell Springs?

Most commonly caught species around Russell Springs , KY : Rainbow trout - 2,331 reported catches Largemouth bass - 1,617 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 661 reported catches Bluegill - 383 reported catches Striped bass - 341 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Russell Springs fishing reports?

The latest Russell Springs , KY fishing reports are: @edwards.sydney reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Cumberland . @kalonkilburn reported a nice Largemouth bass at Beaver Creek . @grahamvollrath reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wolf Creek . @KirkD2161 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Cumberland . @MJCunninghamG23 reported a nice Striped bass at Greasy Creek . .

Fishing in Russell Springs, KY

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Russell Springs, Kentucky?

Anglers in Russell Springs , KY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Cumberland , Green River Lake , Cumberland River (KY) , Green River , Beaver Creek .

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

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species in Russell Springs

Latest Russell Springs fishing reports

Bluegill

Lake Cumberland

length · weight

Largemouth bass

Beaver Creek

16 in · 2 lb 2 oz

Largemouth bass

Wolf Creek

20 in · 5 lb

Largemouth bass

Lake Cumberland

length · weight

Striped bass

Greasy Creek

length · weight

Striped bass

Lake Cumberland

length · weight

Freshwater drum

Wolf Creek

14 in · 3 lb

Freshwater drum

Wolf Creek

14 in · 3 lb

Striped bass

Wolf Creek

length · weight

Channel catfish

Greasy Creek

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Russell Springs

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

37°03′3.6″N 85°04′38.6″W

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FAQ about Russell Springs fishing

Anglers in Russell Springs, KY recommend these top fishing spots: Lake Cumberland, Green River Lake, Cumberland River (KY), Green River, and Beaver Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Russell Springs, KY:

Rainbow trout - 2,331 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 1,617 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 661 reported catches
Bluegill - 383 reported catches
Striped bass - 341 reported catches

The latest Russell Springs, KY fishing reports are:

@edwards.sydney reported a nice Bluegill at Lake Cumberland.
@kalonkilburn reported a nice Largemouth bass at Beaver Creek.
@grahamvollrath reported a nice Largemouth bass at Wolf Creek.
@KirkD2161 reported a nice Largemouth bass at Lake Cumberland.
@MJCunninghamG23 reported a nice Striped bass at Greasy Creek.

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