Fishing At Herrington Lake

AKA: Herrington Reservoir

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, white crappie, white bass and hybrid striped bass at Herrington Lake in Kentucky.

For boating and fishing, Herrington Lake in central Kentucky is a popular choice. 325 miles of shoreline surround this 2,300-acre lake, located between Burgin and Bryantsville, KY. More than a dozen boat launch ramps and several marinas provide public access to this inviting body of water. One of the main draws here is an excellent variety of fish species. Three kinds of black bass, two kinds of catfish, two species of crappie, white bass and hybrid stripers all reside here in healthy numbers. Rental boats offered include pontoon boats, jon boats, kayaks and paddle boats.

Primary fish species residing in Herrington Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Herrington Lake Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES