Fishing is a popular activity for people visiting state parks because so many are located alongside a lake or stream. Some parks have loaner programs that offer guests free fishing tackle to use and if you want to get out on the water, plus it’s easy to find a marina that offers boat rentals. Don't forget, Kentucky law requires anyone 16 or older to have a fishing license (Click here).
A special-use permit is required by state law for fishing tournaments held at Kentucky State Parks. For more information on tournament fishing and to download a special-use permit click here.
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Parks with Fishing
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Top Five Things to Do1. Fish or boat 160,000 acres of Kentucky Lake2. Play 18 holes of championship golf3. Hike and bike more than 120 miles here on the park as well as with Land…
Western Waterlands
Western Waterlands
Top Five Things to DoGo fishing in the lake or explore the water by kayak Participate in recreational sport activitiesEnjoy a round or two of golfTake a walk along a hiking…
Northern Kentucky River Region
Northern Kentucky River Region
Top Five Things to DoSee the “Log Rock”, a natural sandstone bridge.Visit the Cave Amphitheater.See the beautiful view from Creech Overlook.Don’t miss the 12 O'clock Overlook.Fish…
Daniel Boone Country
Daniel Boone Country
Top Five Things to DoSwim year round in the indoor pool.Play 18 holes of championship golf.Explore 6 miles of hiking trails. Fish or boat from the marina.Dine or enjoy a cocktail…
Western Waterlands
Western Waterlands
Top Five Things to Do1. Take a hike on one of our trails to enjoy the beauty of our park, the abundant wildlife and scenic views.2. Experience the relaxing views of Lake Cumberland…
Southern Kentucky Vacations
Southern Kentucky Vacations
Top Five Things to Do Swim, fish and picnic around the lake.Dock or fuel your boat from a slip at the dock.Camp and enjoy the beauty of nature.Hike the lake trails and view the…
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Bluegrass, Blues & BBQ
Top Five Things to DoPlay 18 holes of championship golf. Visit the historic site of Abraham Lincolns’ parents.Fish and enjoy the lake.Play disc golf on the challenging 18 hole…
Bourbon, Horses & History
Bourbon, Horses & History
Top Four Things to Do Play 18 holes of championship golf. Launch from the boat ramp to fish or paddle. View osprey, deer, fox and albino skunks in the wildlife refuge. Fish off…
Western Waterlands
Western Waterlands
Top Five Things to DoHike the scenic trail to Natural Bridge or ride the skylift.Explore the Red River Gorge area.Enjoy the Historic Nature Center.Hike Henson’s Arch or tour…
Daniel Boone Country
Daniel Boone Country