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Laurel River Lake

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Laurel River Lake is a picturesque 6,000-acre reservoir located in southeastern Kentucky, approximately 2 miles west of Corbin. With 190 miles of shoreline, this deep, clear lake is one of the premier fishing destinations in Kentucky. The lake supports both warm-water and cold-water fish species, making it one of only a handful of major Kentucky lakes offering trout fishing. Nestled within Daniel Boone National Forest, Laurel River Lake is known particularly for its exceptional smallmouth bass fishing, though it offers diverse fishing opportunities for multiple species throughout the year.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Laurel River Lake. 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.

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Know where you can legally fish on Laurel River Lake

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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Take Laurel River Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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    Download the map around Laurel River Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Laurel River Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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LAUREL RIVER AT MUNICIPAL DAM NEAR CORBIN, KY

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