Russel Fork Creek fishing
Russel Fork Creek fishing is on a river section. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked about 1.5 times a year since 2025, most often in April and May.
- Last stocked
- May 12, 2026
- Plants on record
- 3
- Since 2025
- Species recorded
- 0
- Elevation
- 675.7 ft
How Russel Fork Creek is stocked
Fish Trap Lake Tailwater (2.2 mi) was stocked more recently.
Fish stocked in 2025
750
Fish stocked in 2026
1,500
Access and facts
- Water type
- river section
- Nearest town
- Elkhorn City
- Shore access
- Yes
- Boat ramp
- No
- Fee required
- No
Bank access at Elkhorn City Park at the junction of KY-197 and US-80, plus carry-down canoe/kayak access nearby at Breaks Interstate Park, Carson Island, and the KY-195 bridge. Unpaved parking at the city park; no restrooms confirmed.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources before you go.
About Russel Fork Creek
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Common questions
When is Russel Fork Creek stocked?
Last stocked May 12, 2026. It is stocked about 1.5 times a year since 2025, most often in April and May.
How do you get on Russel Fork Creek?
Shore fishing is available, there is no boat ramp, and no fee is required. The nearest town is Elkhorn City. Bank access at Elkhorn City Park at the junction of KY-197 and US-80, plus carry-down canoe/kayak access nearby at Breaks Interstate Park, Carson Island, and the KY-195 bridge. Unpaved parking at the city park; no restrooms confirmed.
Which lakes near Russel Fork Creek were stocked more recently?
Fish Trap Lake Tailwater (2.2 mi) was stocked more recently.