Little Sandy River

Boat Ramps: 4
Access Points: 10
Species: 31

The Little Sandy River in Kentucky offers anglers a peaceful and serene fishing experience surrounded by stunning natural beauty. With its gently flowing waters and lush shoreline, the river is abundant with various fish species, making it an ideal destination for both seasoned anglers and beginners. The tranquil setting allows fishermen to enjoy the outdoors while pursuing some of Kentucky's most sought-after freshwater game fish.

Kentucky licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Little Sandy River and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Northern Pike

Esox lucius

Muskellunge

Esox masquinongy

Walleye

Sander vitreus

Black Buffalo

Ictiobus niger

Black Redhorse

Moxostoma duquesnei

Bluegill Sunfish

Lepomis macrochirus

Channel Catfish

Ictalurus punctatus

Common Carp

Cyprinus carpio

Freshwater Drum

Aplodinotus grunniens

Golden Redhorse

Moxostoma erythrurum

Grass Pickerel

Esox americanus

Green Sunfish

Lepomis cyanellus

Longear Sunfish

Lepomis megalotis

Longnose Gar

Lepisosteus osseus

Northern Hogsucker

Hypentelium nigricans

Orangespotted Sunfish

Lepomis humilis

Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

Quillback Carpsucker

Carpiodes cyprinus

River Carpsucker

Carpiodes carpio

Rock Bass

Ambloplites rupestris

Sauger

Sander canadensis

Shorthead Redhorse Sucker

Moxostoma macrolepidotum

Silver Redhorse

Moxostoma anisurum

Skipjack Herring

Alosa chrysochloris

Smallmouth Buffalo

Ictiobus bubalus

Smallmouth Redhorse

Moxostoma breviceps

Spotted Bass

Micropterus punctulatus

White Bass

Morone chrysops

White Crappie

Pomoxis annularis

White Sucker

Catostomus commersonii

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Little Sandy River. 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.

Know where you can legally fish on Little Sandy River

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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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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