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Preston Branch

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Kentucky, United States

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Top fish species at Preston Branch

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
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General info

Preston Branch is a stream located in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass.

Location

37°28′41.2″N 82°05′36″W
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Fishing regulations at Preston Branch, 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 20th, 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°28′41.2″N 82°05′36″W
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FAQ about Preston Branch fishing

the Preston Branch is a stream located in Pike County, Kentucky, United States. Its coordinates are:
37°28′41.2″N 82°05′36″W
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