Barren River Lake (KY)Fishing Reports

Q: What do you need to know about Barren River Lake?

Barren River Lake is a body of water in KY. During this time of year, fish can be found in Spring (Pre-Spawn) patterns. Available species are Largemouth Bass, Panfish / Bluegill, Catfish. Narrow down your tackle selection by adjusting season, water clarity, structure and technique.

Q: What is Barren River Lake's size, depth, and clarity?

Barren River Lake is a 9626.31 acres Lake/Pond with 0 a null

Q: What fish are in Barren River Lake?

Barren River Lake contains the following species of fish: Largemouth Bass, Panfish / Bluegill, Catfish.

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Barren River Lake Fishing Reports for Spring Largemouth Bass

7 Reports on Barren River Lake

5 Reports for Largemouth Bass + Spring

Gaje Ayres
Bronze Ambassador
- Season
  Spring (Pre-Spawn)
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Finesse Jigs
- Structure
  River Channels
- Forage
  Crawfish
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Finesse Jigs in Spring (Pre-Spawn) (River Channels)
Most fish were caught on channel swings leading into spawning areas fishing 12 to 22 feet of water. Bite was subtle after a major cold front pushed through. Water temps were 52 to 55 degrees in areas we fished. We... Read More
Gaje recommended this gear for Barren River Lake, KY
Hotbait
Buckeye Lures G-Man Ballin' Out Jig 3/8 oz / Green Pumpkin
Out of Stock
Zoom Ultra-Vibe Speed Craw Green Pumpkin / 3 1/2"
$5.49
JJ's Magic Dippin Dye Blood Red / 2 oz
$6.49
Jtsfishing
Bronze Ambassador
- Season
  Spring (Post-Spawn)
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+)
- Structure
  Rock Pile
- Forage
  Shad
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Deep Diving Crankbaits (13'+) in Spring (Post-Spawn) (Rock Pile)
Transition banks from rock to gravel
Jason recommended this gear for Barren River Lake, KY
Hotbait
SPRO Little John 50 Nasty Shad / 2"
$13.19
Omnia Community Member
Bronze Ambassador
- Season
  Spring (Post-Spawn)
- Species
  Largemouth Bass
- Technique
  Hard Topwater (Popping)
- Structure
  Brush Piles
Fishing Report for Largemouth Bass using Hard Topwater (Popping) in Spring (Post-Spawn) (Brush Piles)
Caught them early on a Don Iovino Splashit. Then went deep in brush pile with a 10" Power Worm.
Recommended gear for Barren River Lake, KY
Berkley PowerBait Power Worm 10" / Plum
$5.99