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Fishing regulations at Watts Creek, 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 Spotted 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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No size limit. Possession limit no more than 12 black bass in total.
Check the "Special Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.
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FAQ about Watts Creek fishing
- Spotted bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- Smallmouth bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- Yellow bullhead - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @darianshriner reported a nice Redbreast sunfish.
- @tylerpartin reported a nice Spotted bass.
- @tylerpartin reported a nice Yellow bullhead.
- @michaelmoses4637 reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
- @dpartin8752 reported a nice Smallmouth bass.
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