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Grayson Lake

Carter and Elliott Counties, Kentucky

KDFWR describes Grayson Lake as a 1,300-acre lake with ramps in Carter and Elliott counties. Bass have a 12-15 inch protective slot limit.

N5 mi
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Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Surface area1,300 acres
Max depth—
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Largemouth Bass●●●○○

12-15 inch slot, release fish in slot

Smallmouth Bass●●○○○

12-15 inch slot

Spotted Bass●●○○○

Statewide regulations

Crappie●●●○○

Black and white; statewide regulations

Wiper●●○○○

Hybrid striped bass

White Bass●●○○○

Boat launches

5 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Grayson Dam RampPublic
    Paved, any trailerable boat, fee, seasonal marina (Carter Co.)Directions ↗
  • Bruin CreekPublic
    Paved, any trailerable boat, no fee (Elliott Co.)Directions ↗
  • Newfoundland Boat RampPublic
    Paved, any trailerable boat, no fee (Elliott Co.)Directions ↗
  • Clifty Creek RampPublic
    Paved, light trailerable, no fee (Carter Co.)Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Grayson Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Kentucky Department of Fish & Wildlife Resources before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Release bass between 12 and 15 inches.
  • Only Grayson Dam Ramp charges a fee.
  • A fishing pier is available near the dam.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.