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Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Campbell County · Fishing

Alexandria Community Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Alexandria Community Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Anderson County · Fishing

Anderson County Community Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Anderson County Community Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Nelson County · Fishing

Bloomfield Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Bloomfield Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Knox County · Fishing

Brickyard Pond

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Brickyard Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Boone County · Fishing

Camp Ernst Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Camp Ernst Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Jefferson County · Fishing

Cherokee Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Cherokee Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Hickman County · Fishing

Clinton Rotary Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Clinton Rotary Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Montgomery County · Fishing

Easy Walker Park Pond

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Easy Walker Park Pond using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Jefferson County · Fishing

Fisherman's Park Lake #3

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Fisherman's Park Lake #3 using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Jefferson County · Fishing

Fisherman's Park Lake #4

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Fisherman's Park Lake #4 using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Fleming County · Fishing

Flemingsburg Old Reservoir

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Flemingsburg Old Reservoir using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Fayette County · Fishing

Jacobson Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Jacobson Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Grayson County · Fishing

James D. Beville Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at James D. Beville Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Warren County · Fishing

Jesse W. Thornton Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Jesse W. Thornton Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Fayette County · Fishing

Kentucky Horse Park Lakes

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Kentucky Horse Park Lakes using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Graves County · Fishing

Kess Creek Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Kess Creek Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Harlan County · Fishing

Kingdom Come State Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Kingdom Come State Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Jessamine County · Fishing

Lake Mingo

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Mingo using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · McCracken County · Fishing

Lake Montgomery

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Montgomery using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Grant County · Fishing

Lake Pollywog

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lake Pollywog using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Grant County · Fishing

Leary Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Leary Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Lincoln County · Fishing

Logan Hubble Park Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Logan Hubble Park Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Franklin County · Fishing

Lower Sportsman's Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lower Sportsman's Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

Public land & waterNo lottery

KY · Scott County · Fishing

Lusby Lake

Rainbow trout, catfish, largemouth bass and sunfish

Plan ordinary recreational fishing at Lusby Lake using the agency's named-water access information.

Open access · Check seasons and closures

Licenses, access and what to check

A Kentucky fishing license is required at age 16 and older unless exempt. A trout permit is needed to possess trout, with senior-license exceptions.

FINs lakes have special daily and bass-size limits. No live shad or cast nets; release grass carp. Fishing and local park hours apply; stocked trout availability is seasonal.

Why this is included: The agency identifies this named water for ordinary public recreational fishing. The cited rules use a directly purchased fishing license or lake permit, rather than a draw, for the listed fish. This classification excludes special events and camping reservations.

Source checked 2026-10-07. Agency entry or reservation; no Back40 booking fee.

What “no lottery” means. It applies to the species and access described, not every hunt on that property. Seasons, licenses, check-in, closures and capacity still apply. Public access does not reserve an exclusive spot. Check the agency’s current rules before travel. Back40 does not sell public-land access.
How we build this database

We match named agency areas and maps with ordinary-license species rules and area-specific exceptions. Each record has a source-check date. Records requiring an access or species drawing, unresolved access, and reviews older than 90 days stay out of search. This is a trip-planning database, not a live availability feed.

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