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White sucker

10 in · 1 lb

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General info

Hayes Creek is a stream located in Clinton County, Kentucky, United States. It is most popular for fishing Channel catfish and White sucker.

Location

36°45′9″N 85°06′55.7″W
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Fishing regulations at Hayes Creek, 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 Channel catfish as of April 24th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Channel catfish

Seasons

Open

Memorable

1 > 28

Measurement

Total Length

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 Regula​tions​​" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.

Ictalurus punctatus

Regulations for

36°45′9″N 85°06′55.7″W
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FAQ about Hayes Creek fishing

the Hayes Creek is a stream located in Clinton County, Kentucky, United States. Its coordinates are:
36°45′9″N 85°06′55.7″W
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