Kentucky Lake & Lake Barkley Fishing Reports
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Whether you are heading out for a brisk February afternoon of fishing for crappie and black bass or enjoying a late-summer evening of bluegill fishing, our Kentucky Lake fishing reports give you what you need to know.
Find out what's biting and even a few tips and tricks from fishing guides who have grown up fishing the waters of Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley.
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Unpredictable Spring for Fishermen is No Surprise!
Steve McCadams
For March 20, 2025
Kentucky Lake’s fishing scene battled another spell of unstable weather recently as the roller coaster continued to deliver a variety of conditions. Spring officially arrived last Thursday but for fishermen conditions were more akin to winter. Say hello to crazy spring days here on Kentucky Lake. Late March and early April seem to have a bit of both winter and spring in the mix. Unstable lake levels at times. Cold winds can blow; ... Continue Reading...
Reflections from Lake Erie & Kentucky Lake/Lake Barkley Crappie Update
Doug Wynn
For March 17, 2025
Hey Y’all from the Excel 230 Elite. I’ve kept the road hot since my last report. I was in northern Ohio last weekend and Monday for a glorious walleye trip with my fellow Off Shore Tackle Pro Staffer Tyler Logsdon. Tyler knows Lake Erie very well and makes several trips there each year. Cuz Rickie was along. 4-6 foot waves make for tough fishing. I had my first bout of seasickness and I don’t recommend it. Once I got some Dramamine in ... Continue Reading...
Crappie Bite Great Despite Water Color
John Morgan
For March 14, 2025
Starting spring off with warm temperatures and fairly stable water levels has got several fisherman out on the water. Most have been greeted with a better than expected bite for our conditions. Several rounds of heavy rain have a big portion of the lakes heavily stained. This is usually not good for the crappie bite. This spring seems to be an exception. For the last two weeks the crappie bite has been great on fire. I've never seen crappie ... Continue Reading...
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