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Fishing regulations at Watts Run, 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 Channel catfish as of April 29th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Memorable
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No bag limit on channel catfish less than 28-inches total length. Possession limit no more than 2 channel catfish over 28-inches total length.
Check the "Special Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.
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FAQ about Watts Run fishing
- Channel catfish - 3 members reported to have caught this fish
- Blue catfish - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Largemouth bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @hunter.waddell reported a nice White sturgeon.
- @WitchinHourBaT1 reported a nice Channel catfish.
- @WitchinHour reported a nice Blue catfish.
- @HeathenBassFishing reported a nice Largemouth bass.
- @catmandoo4444 reported a nice Channel catfish.
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