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Barkley Canal

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Kentucky, United States

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Largemouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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Matrichan

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Flathead catfish

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Smallmouth bass

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

Barkley Canal is a canal located in Lyon County, Kentucky, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Channel catfish, and Largemouth bass.

Location

36°59′24.8″N 88°13′12.6″W
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Fishing regulations at Barkley Canal, 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.

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FAQ about Barkley Canal fishing

Barkley Canal is a canal located in Lyon County, Kentucky, United States. Its coordinates are:
36°59′24.8″N 88°13′12.6″W
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