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Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley Fishing Reports

From video fishing tips to what's currently happening on Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, our fishing reports provide the most up-to-date information from professional anglers across the lakes. Our report contributors and their latest reports are below. Don't forget, you can view over 23 years' worth of archived fishing reports as well.

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Winter Fishing Woes

Steve McCadams

For January 15, 2025

Mean winter weather has not cooperated with Kentucky Lake’s winter fishing scene lately. It hasn’t exactly cooperated with duck hunters either! However, seems there’s always a few people testing the waters of Kentucky Lake regardless of the weather! Frigid temps have curtailed ... Read More...


Fall Colors Enhance the Crappie Fishing Experience

Doug Wynn

For October 28, 2024

Hey y’all from the Excel 230 Elite. As we move toward November and cooler weather, I recently took the time just before a soaking cloudburst to admire, then photograph, God’s colorful tree creations. We were watching the radar as a red blob approached our fishing location. I looked up from ... Read More...


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