Cane Run

Boat Ramps: 0
Access Points: 1
Species: 7

Cane Run is a 17.4-mile fourth-order stream flowing through Fayette and Scott Counties in central Kentucky, originating in central Fayette County and flowing north to discharge into North Elkhorn Creek. This unique watershed encompasses 29,064 acres and features distinctive karst geology with sinkholes, springs, and underground conduits that connect to the Royal Spring groundwater system near Georgetown. During baseflow conditions, swallets within the stream channel divert all water to the Royal Spring, meaning surface flow is only available during high flow periods. The watershed contains both highly urbanized areas of Lexington in its upper reaches and predominantly agricultural land, with about 67% agricultural use and 29% developed land including 10% impervious surface.

Kentucky licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Cane Run and what's needed to catch them.

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Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Smallmouth Bass

Micropterus dolomieu

Longear Sunfish

Lepomis megalotis

Redear Sunfish

Lepomis microlophus

Rock Bass

Ambloplites rupestris

Warmouth Sunfish

Lepomis gulosus

Yellow Bullhead

Ameiurus natalis

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Cane Run. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Kentucky Horse Park Man O' War Moat Access

Access Point

Know where you can legally fish on Cane Run

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

Kentucky licenses and regulations

Kentucky Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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Kentucky Fishing License

All persons must fill out and carry the proper license and permit to fish any Kentucky waters except residents and nonresidents age 15 and younger.

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Kentucky Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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Kentucky Stream Access Laws

Public usage is limited to larger waterways with more permanent commerce and transportation. The public right to navigation includes boating, fishing, swimming, temporary anchorage and incidental use of the riverbed, regardless of streambed ownership.

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