Fishtrap Lake, Kentucky Fishing

Fishing Information: Fishtrap is a popular fishing lake in Kentucky. It is located in Pike county and covers 1,038 acres.

Species List: According to the Kentucky  Department of Fishing and Wildlife Resources, Fishtrap Lake contains numerous species of popular fish. So, what type of fish are in this lake? You can find Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Hybrid Striped Bass, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Blue Catfish and Walleye on these waters.

Species Regulations

Largemouth Bass: 15 inches or more- Sate Creel Limits

Smallmouth Bass: 15 inches or more- Sate Creel Limits

Black Crappie: 9 inches or more- Sate Creel Limits

White Crappie: 9 inches or more- Sate Creel Limits

Hybrid Striped Bass: Statewide Regulations Apply

White Bass: Statewide Regulations Apply

Channel Catfish: Limit 15 per angler

Blue Catfish: Limit 15 per angler 

Walleye: All fish between 18-26 inches must be released

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Marinas on Fishtrap Lake

Marina Name: Appalachian Marina

Address: 3123 Fishtrap Rd, Pikeville, KY 41501

Phone: (606) 432-6894

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