Kentucky angler’s best kept secret, Pike County.
Maybe it’s time for a fishin’ trip in the Appalachian Mountains of Eastern Kentucky? Pike County, Kentucky is perhaps the best kept secret when it comes to fishing spots, with anglers from all over traveling to our region to capture some of the area’s best smallmouth bass, catfish, rainbow trout and more.
Where to Fish
Five prime fishing spots across Pike County.
While fishing is a wildly popular pastime for our locals and visitors alike to enjoy, nobody likes sharing their secret fishing spots, for obvious reasons. Don’t worry, however, because we’ll hook you up with some of our best spots!
With so many fishing options in our region, Pike County, Kentucky is a great place for a weekend fishing getaway or a quick afternoon cast, no matter the season.
Levisa Fork (of the Big Sandy)
Featuring: Smallmouth bass, spotted bass, rock bass and channel catfish.
Russell Fork River (Elkhorn City, KY)
Featuring: Smallmouth bass, rock bass, brown trout, channel catfish, rainbow trout and walleye.
Tug River (Pike County/Mingo County Border)
Featuring: Trout, smallmouth bass, catfish, gar.
Pikeville Pond (Pikeville City, KY)
Featuring: Largemouth bass, rainbow trout, channel catfish, flathead catfish.
Grants Branch Park Pier (Stone, KY)
Featuring: Rainbow trout, largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish.
Visit the Pikeville-Pike County Welcome Center
Contact
Pikeville-Pike County Welcome Center
685 Hambley Blvd,
Pikeville, KY 41501
Phone: (606) 432-5063
Located on the 3rd floor of the Pikeville Historic Flatiron Building, accessible by the side elevator.
Pike County Fishing Gallery
Anglers enjoying prime fishing spots throughout Pike County, Kentucky.
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