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Fishing regulations at Eagle Lake, 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 Channel catfish as of May 3rd, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.
Seasons
Memorable
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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 Regulations" section of the fishing and boating guide for site specific regulations.
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FAQ about Eagle Lake fishing
- Channel catfish - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- Largemouth bass - 2 members reported to have caught this fish
- Spotted gar - 1 members reported to have caught this fish
- @dave-lee-39501 reported a nice Largemouth bass.
- @John-Liz reported a nice Channel catfish.
- @ataft reported a nice Channel catfish.
- @blackman75 reported a nice Spotted gar.
- @GRIFF42701 reported a nice Black crappie.
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