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South Fork Kentucky River

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Kentucky, United States

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Emerald goby

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Gilt darter

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General info

South Fork Kentucky River is a stream located in Owsley County, Kentucky, United States. It is also intersecting with Clay County, Kentucky. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Gilt darter, and Flathead catfish.

Location

37°25′10.8″N 83°39′21.4″W
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Fishing regulations at South Fork Kentucky River, 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 South Fork Kentucky River fishing

the South Fork Kentucky River is a stream located in Owsley County, Kentucky, United States. It is also intersecting with Clay County, Kentucky. Its coordinates are:
37°25′10.8″N 83°39′21.4″W
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