Fishing is popular year-round and offers a variety of freshwater fish to catch including, bass, slab crappie, catfish, bluegill, white bass, and sauger. Renowned for its largemouth and smallmouth bass and crappie fishing, Kentucky Lake is also home to other species including white and yellow bass, sauger, catfish, bluegill, and redear sunfish. Plus, record catches of largemouth and small-mouth bass can be caught right here at Kentucky Lake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When to fish<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor both the professional angler and the novice, spring and fall seasons offer the very best in fishing on Kentucky Lake. And, of course, fishing continues through the summer with a high concentration of blue gill and striped bass to catch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Helpful resources<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n- Kentucky Lake fishing reports<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Kentucky Lake fishing guides<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- General fishing information<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Bait and Tackle<\/strong>
- Ken\u2019s Bait shop in Lake City (270-362-4232)<\/li>
- Bullfrog Bait Shop up by Cabin Pizza (270-508-0368)<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Licenses<\/strong>
- Ken\u2019s Bait Shop (270-362-4323)<\/li>
- Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife<\/a> (877-597-2401)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lake access at Lighthouse Landing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dev2.rezstudio.com\/lighthouselanding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/lake-access-3.jpeg\")
Lake front access at Lighthouse Landing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThere are dozens of marinas and lake access points all along the shore, including at Lighthouse Landing. Cast in your line at the Lighthouse Landing Lake Access Area, just steps from your cabin. Our lakefront cabins<\/a> in KY offer easy lake access and private areas with water-side views, perfect for watching local wildlife or witnessing one of our beautiful sunsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\nLocated next to the Lighthouse walkway, this gravel beach area is for Lighthouse Landing guests only. Enjoy fishing from our private beach area where there are two charcoal grills, a large fire pit, picnic tables, and shade trees. Reach the lake access area by walking from your cottage to the marina where you can access the marina trail to the Lighthouse. Or drive to the parking area at Pier 4, in the back of the marina, to access the marina trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are bringing a boat, you will find a boat ramp located on the north side of the marina. Parking is available for trucks and trailers. Slips are available for an additional fee. Inquire at the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay at Lighthouse Landing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/dev2.rezstudio.com\/lighthouselanding\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/48\/S14-2239.jpeg\")
Lakefront cottages at Lighthouse Landing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhen fishing on Kentucky Lake, one of the best places to stay is at Lighthouse Landing. Enjoy direct lake access from our lakefront cabins, private beach area, and a marina for all your boating needs. In addition to our excellent location on Kentucky Lake, our cottages<\/a> feature scenic views, comfortable bedding, some with a gas log stove, and full kitchens. Choose between one, two, and three-bedroom options for either a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation. Book your stay with us today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
- Kentucky Lake fishing reports<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Kentucky Lake fishing guides<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- General fishing information<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Bait and Tackle<\/strong>
- Ken\u2019s Bait shop in Lake City (270-362-4232)<\/li>
- Bullfrog Bait Shop up by Cabin Pizza (270-508-0368)<\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Licenses<\/strong>
- Ken\u2019s Bait Shop (270-362-4323)<\/li>
- Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife<\/a> (877-597-2401)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Lake access at Lighthouse Landing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lake front access at Lighthouse Landing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n There are dozens of marinas and lake access points all along the shore, including at Lighthouse Landing. Cast in your line at the Lighthouse Landing Lake Access Area, just steps from your cabin. Our lakefront cabins<\/a> in KY offer easy lake access and private areas with water-side views, perfect for watching local wildlife or witnessing one of our beautiful sunsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Located next to the Lighthouse walkway, this gravel beach area is for Lighthouse Landing guests only. Enjoy fishing from our private beach area where there are two charcoal grills, a large fire pit, picnic tables, and shade trees. Reach the lake access area by walking from your cottage to the marina where you can access the marina trail to the Lighthouse. Or drive to the parking area at Pier 4, in the back of the marina, to access the marina trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are bringing a boat, you will find a boat ramp located on the north side of the marina. Parking is available for trucks and trailers. Slips are available for an additional fee. Inquire at the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stay at Lighthouse Landing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Lakefront cottages at Lighthouse Landing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n When fishing on Kentucky Lake, one of the best places to stay is at Lighthouse Landing. Enjoy direct lake access from our lakefront cabins, private beach area, and a marina for all your boating needs. In addition to our excellent location on Kentucky Lake, our cottages<\/a> feature scenic views, comfortable bedding, some with a gas log stove, and full kitchens. Choose between one, two, and three-bedroom options for either a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation. Book your stay with us today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
- Kentucky Lake fishing guides<\/strong><\/a><\/li>