Fishing
With over 13,000 acres of lakes and more than 2,500 miles of streams, the Daniel Boone National Forest provides a wide variety of public fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages and experience levels. Our forest waterways are home to 11 species of state-regulated sportfish including largemouth, smallmouth, and Kentucky (spotted) bass, along with crappie, muskie, walleye, catfish and several trout species.
License requirements and size and daily limits are determined by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. It is every angler's responsibility to understand and adhere to state fishing regulations.
Lake and Pond Fishing
Rivers, creeks and reservoirs within the national forest system offer great opportunities for fishing. Many of the slow-moving bodies of water, especially reservoirs, offer an excellent variety of fishing opportunities.
Fishing areas provide opportunities to fish from the water's edge. To find put-ins or boat ramps for fishing on the open water, see opportunities for motorized and non-motorized boating.
River and Stream Fishing
Rivers, creeks and reservoirs within the national forest system offer great opportunities for fishing. Several streams throughout the forest are routinely stocked with rainbow, brook and brown trout. The rating and type of trout fishery is provided by the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Fishing areas provide opportunities to fish from the water's edge. To find put-ins or boat ramps for fishing on the open water, see opportunities for motorized and non-motorized boating.
Search for Fishing Opportunities
Barren Fork Horse Camp
Beaver Creek Wildlife Management Area
Bell Farm Horse Camp
Clifty Wilderness
Fishing Point
Great Meadows Campground
Hemlock Grove Picnic Area
Indian Creek Camping Area
Long Bend Fishing Site
Muskie Bend Fishing Site