Muskie Bend Fishing Site
Fishing site on Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland District. Muskie Bend Trail #1210 is nearby.
Muskie Bend is open year round for walk-in access. Gate is closed mid November and opens back up in April.
Cave Run Lake is nestled among the beautiful mountains of eastern Kentucky. Built for flood protection by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this 8,270 lake provides flood protection to the lower Licking River valley and supplies water to area communities, improves water flow conditions on the Licking River, and offers habitat for many species of fish and wildlife. The lake is known for its excellent muskie fishing.
At a Glance
Open Season: | Early April - Mid-November |
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Information Center: | Cumberland Office Contact Information |
General Information
Directions:From I-64, take exit 133 and go south on KY 801. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 1286/Muskie Bend Road.
Parking:
Parking is available at the parking area.