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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

12 in · 1 lb

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Spotted bass

12 in · 1 lb

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General info

Trace Fork is a stream located in Knott County, Kentucky, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass and Spotted bass.

Location

37°15′20.9″N 83°00′6″W
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Fishing regulations at Trace Fork, KY

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 April 24th, 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

Regulations for

37°15′20.9″N 83°00′6″W
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FAQ about Trace Fork fishing

the Trace Fork is a stream located in Knott County, Kentucky, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°15′20.9″N 83°00′6″W
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