Kayak Fishing in Kentucky

Explore 501 kayak fishing launch points across Kentucky. Find boat ramps, water conditions, and directions.

501 fishing spots488 Lakes8 Reservoirs3 Rivers
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Dycusburg

Kentucky · ~0 mi from Dycusburg

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Earlington Lake

Kentucky · ~0 mi from Earlington

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Nortonville City Lake

Kentucky · ~0 mi from Nortonville

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Boltz Lake

Kentucky · ~0 mi from Dry Ridge

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Carr Fork Dam

Kentucky · ~0 mi from Sassafras

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Oser Landing

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Georgetown

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Cranks Creek Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Cranks

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Dixon City Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Dixon

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Poplar Creek

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Kuttawa

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Cave Creek

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Falls Of Rough

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Jasper Bend

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Tateville

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Martins Fork Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Cawood

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Cardome

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Georgetown

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City of Shelbyville

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Shelbyville

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Middle Fork Kentucky River Dam

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Gays Creek

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Leatherwood

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Buckhorn

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Carpenter Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Maceo

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Jenny Wiley State Park Marina

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Van Lear

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New Kingfisher Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Maceo

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SL4 Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Drakesboro

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SL5 Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Drakesboro

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Fishpond Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Jackhorn

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Paintsville Lake State Park

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Staffordsville

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Dr. John Clay Rice

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Jackson

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Jenny Wiley State Park Campground

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Auxier

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Terry

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Auxier

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Kingdom Come Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Cumberland

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Old Kingfisher Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Maceo

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Buzzard Rock

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Kuttawa

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Fryman's Landing

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Alpha

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Lake Malone State Park

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Dunmor

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Lake Linville

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Renfro Valley

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SL6 Lake

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Drakesboro

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Panther Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Browder

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Pikeville City Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Pikeville

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Salem Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Hodgenville

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Ken Lake #1

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Rockport

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Lost Creek Boat

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Ophir

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Lakeside

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Jackson

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Community Lake 2

Kentucky · ~1 mi from Browder

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Damsel Pond

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Drakesboro

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Willisburg Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Willisburg

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Walker Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Dixon

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Beulah Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Gray Hawk

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Carr Creek Marina

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Sassafras

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Cave Run Lake tailwater

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Farmers

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Red Gate Fishing Camp

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Bryantsville

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Pinckneyville

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Tiline

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Burnside Island State Park

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Burnside

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Garland Bend Hemlock Landing

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Bronston

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Musky Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Browder

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Musky Pit

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Browder

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Lake George

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Marion

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Natural Bridge State Park

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Slade

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Mortons Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Morganfield

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Turkey Foot

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Rockport

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Harp Hole

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Browder

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Little Jonathan Creek - KY 80

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Hardin

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Open Fork

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Ophir

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Flycatcher Lake

Kentucky · ~2 mi from Browder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I go kayak fishing in Kentucky?

Kentucky has 501 kayak fishing locations listed on The Paddling Hub. Popular water body types include lakes, reservoirs, rivers, creeks.

Do I need a fishing license to kayak fish in Kentucky?

Yes, Kentucky requires a valid fishing license for kayak fishing. License requirements and fees vary. Check Kentucky's fish and wildlife agency for current regulations, season dates, and any special permits for certain bodies of water.

What are the best kayak fishing spots in Kentucky?

The best kayak fishing spots in Kentucky depend on what species you're targeting. Browse our 501 listings below to find locations with the right water type, launch access, and amenities for your trip.