Mortons Lake (Henry & Higginson WMA) fishing

Fishing at Mortons Lake (Henry & Higginson WMA) is on a reservoir. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked once in 2026, most often in February.

Last stocked

February 18, 2026

Plants on record

1

Since 2026

Species recorded

0

Elevation

468.3 ft

Access and facts

Water type
reservoir
Nearest town
Morganfield
Boat ramp
Yes
ADA accessible
No
Fee required
No

A 1.7-acre lake inside the Higginson-Henry Wildlife Management Area southeast of Morganfield on KY 56 (follow WMA lake signs). Unpaved boat ramp; stocked with rainbow trout each February. No restrooms or ADA facilities confirmed.

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How Mortons Lake (Henry & Higginson WMA) is stocked

Panther Creek Park Lake (32 mi), Yellow Creek Park Lake (48 mi), Casey Creek (61.3 mi), Kess Creek Lake (75.4 mi), and Sinking Creek (77.6 mi) were stocked more recently.

Stocking history

Source: Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
February 18, 2026 – 500 – report

Species stocked here

No species recorded here yet.

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