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Fishing regulations at Hart Branch, 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 Blue catfish as of April 22nd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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Memorable
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No bag limit on blue catfish less than 35-inches total length. Possession limit no more than 2 blue catfish over 35-inches total length.
Check the "Special Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.
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FAQ about Hart Branch fishing
- Blue catfish - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Smallmouth bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Largemouth bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @cgates9834 reported a nice Blue catfish.
- @cgates9834 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
- @GVickers reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
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