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Fishing regulations at Payton Fork, KY
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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 Spotted bass as of April 24th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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No size limit. Possession limit no more than 12 black bass in total.
Check the "Special Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.
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FAQ about Payton Fork fishing
- Spotted bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Largemouth bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @chrisnickell3 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
- @chrisnickell3 reported a nice Spotted bass.
- @chrisnickell3 reported a nice Spotted bass.
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