Kentucky Fishing Articles
Lake Barkley
Out on a Ledge by Dave Stewart - This article discusses in great details the keys to fishing ledges on Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley.
Cave Run Lake
Meeting the Muskie: Do you have what it takes? by Norm Minch - Cave Run Lake is a top southern muskie definition. This article provides more information about the muskie fishing on the lake. Muskie Madness by John Hoffman - Kentucky is not the first place I think of for a muskie fishing trip but Cave Run Lake and Green River offer some great muskie fishing opportunities.
Cumblerland Lake
Connect with Cumberland Stripers by Norm Minch - Lake Cumberland is famous for its striper fishing. Check this article out for more information. The Life of a Lake Cumberland Striper Guide by Captain Jim Durham – StriperFun Guide Service - I thought this article was a fun read.
Cumberland River
Best Trout River in Kentucky by John Hoffman - The author makes a bold claim about the Cumberland in the article. He states that the Cumberland River has better trout fishing than the famous Colorado and Montana Rivers. Not sure that is true but it does sound like the Cumberland River should not be ignored as a trout fishing trip destination. Burkesville, Kentucky: Trout Capitol of the South? by Jim Dicken Cumberland Tailwater Trout: Still the Best-kept Secret in the Southeast by Brett Billings New Sate Record Brown: Certified June 8, 2000 By KDFWR by Jim Dicken - Very cool story about what can happen to you on a fishing vacation. The Ole Brown Fish and his Silver Buddy by Jim Dicken - Article on fishing a Silver Buddy lure to catch smallmouth. Includes specific information on using a Silver Buddy on the Cumberland and Ohio Rivers.
Elkorn Creek
Dog Day Streams - by Kurt Krauss - You will never see Elkorn and Stoner Creeks on anyone’s top ten fishing trip destination list but if you happen to be in their area, they are definitely worth taking some time to fish. Please treat these creeks with the utmost respect by practicing strict selective harvest principles.
General
August Fishing in Kentucky - Short article from 2005 on August bass fishing at Fishin.com Cast Nets and Baitfish;Two Essential Parts For a Successful Striper Trip by Tim Tarter (Guide) - Really interesting article on catching and storing baitfish from Tim Tarter who operates a guide service on Lake Cumberland.
Eyes in the Timberline by Soc Clay - Overview of walleye fishing in Kentucky Kentucky’s Natural Symbols by Carolyn Lynn - Discuss Kentucky’s Spotted Bass Late Spring Bassin’ by Norm Minch - Covers spring bass fishing in Kentucky’s 18 major reservoirs, rivers, streams and farm ponds. Major Reservoirs: Are they All Alike? by Benjy Kinman - Interesting articles that discusses the fact that reservoirs have similarities and differences in how to fish them. Muskie Madness by Kurt Krauss - This article provides an overview of muskie fishing in Kentucky. Sauger Fishing…Getting Back on Track by Norm Minch - Overview of fishing opportunities for sauger in Kentucky. He covers fisheries such as the Ohio River, Kentucky Lake and more. Springtime Bassin’ Heats Up by Tim Tipton Winter fishing for Big Bass by Norm Minch
Green River
Muskie Madness by John Hoffman - Kentucky is not the first place I think of for a muskie fishing trip but Cave Run Lake and Green River offer some great muskie fishing opportunities.
Guist Lake
Guist Lake a Haven for Big Bass by John Hoffman - I’ve never heard of Guist Lake but this 1997 article makes it sound like a good place to fish.
Herrington Lake
Hounding for Herrington Crappie by Norm Minch - Discusses strategies for crappie fishing on Herrington.
Indian Creek
Wading for redbreasts…A Summer Day on Indian Creek by Carolyn Lynn - I doubt Indian Creek will ever make a top 10 fishing trip destination list but this is a cool article that discusses having a fun time on a creek.
Kentucky Lake
A Kentucky Lake Panfishing Adventure by Tim Tipton Bass Fishing at Kentucky Lake by John Hoffman Fishing Kentucky Lake with “Bass Buster” Dave Stewart by Mike Howe - Review of a trip with Kentucky Lake Bass Buster Guide Service Out on a Ledge by Dave Stewart - This article discusses in great details the keys to fishing ledges on Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley.
Ohio River
Ohio River Fishing Picks UP! by Jim Dicken - I think this article is from 2001 and highlights a resurgence of fishing opportunities on the Ohio River in southern Indiana and Louisville, Kentucky area. The Ole Brown Fish and his Silver Buddy by Jim Dicken - Article on fishing a Silver Buddy lure to catch smallmouth. Includes specific information on using a Silver Buddy on the Cumberland and Ohio Rivers.
Stoner Creek
Dog Day Streams - by Kurt Krauss - You will never see Elkorn and Stoner Creeks on anyone’s top ten fishing trip destination list but if you happen to be in their area, they are definitely worth taking some time to fish. Please treat these creeks with the utmost respect by practicing strict selective harvest principles.
Yatesville Reservoir
Kentucky’s Newest Reservoir: Yatesville by Barbara Pulliam - Article from 1993 on Yatesville Reservoir. I have no clue whether this is still Kentucky’s newest reservoir but Barbara provides some information about the lake that should be helpful if you are planning a trip.
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