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Fishing regulations at Paynes 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 Rock bass as of May 1st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
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Ambloplites rupestris
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FAQ about Paynes Branch fishing
- Rock bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Spotted bass - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- Bluegill - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @Fishbob122 reported a nice Spotted bass.
- @Fishbob122 reported a nice Spotted bass.
- @Fishbob122 reported a nice Spotted bass.
- @Fishbob122 reported a nice Rock bass.
- @Fishbob122 reported a nice Rock bass.
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