Fishing At Laurel River Lake

AKA: Laurel River Reservoir

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, rainbow trout, brown trout, bluegill and white bass at Laurel River Lake in Kentucky.

One of the deepest and clearest lakes in all Kentucky, Laurel River Lake supports both warm-water and cold-water species of fish. It is one of only a handful of major lakes offering trout fishing. This 6,000-acre lake in the southeast part of the state, 2 miles west of Corbin, KY has 190 miles of picturesque shoreline. Anglers using canoes, kayaks, jon boats, bass boats and all manor of fishing boats explore these shores in search of their favorite fish species. Bass, walleye, trout, crappie, catfish, white bass and sunfish all call this home. Anglers preferring to fish from the bank can find access to the shoreline near the boat landings, campgrounds and public areas.

Primary fish species residing in Laurel River Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Laurel River 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

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Grove Marina
Rentals: Pontoon boats
606 523-2323

Holly Bay Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats and pontoons
606 864-6542

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Flatwoods Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the east side of the lake, off Flatwoods Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Grove Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off Grove Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Hightop Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off Hightop Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with paved parking.

Holly Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off A Loop Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Holly Bay Marina Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Holly Bay Marina Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.