Black Bass (Largemouth & Spotted)
- Daily limit: 6 total
- Largemouth Bass: 15″ minimum
- Spotted (Kentucky) Bass: no minimum size
All bass species count toward the same 6 fish daily limit.
Crappie (Black & White)
- Daily limit: 20
- Minimum size: 10 inches
Bluegill & Sunfish
- Daily limit: 15
- No minimum size
White Bass & Hybrid Striped Bass
- Daily limit: 15 total
- No minimum size
- Only 5 fish may be over 15 inches
Striped Bass
- Daily limit: 5
- Minimum size: 15 inches
Catfish
- No minimum size for most catfish
- Daily limit (under trophy size): no limit
Trophy Catfish
- Channel Catfish 28″+ → limit 1 per day
- Blue & Flathead Catfish 35″+ → limit 1 each per day
How to Measure a Fish
Measure from the tip of the closed mouth to the end of the tail, with the tail squeezed together.
📌 Important
Regulations can change. Always verify current rules with Kentucky Fish & Wildlife.