West Hickman Creek fishing

Fishing at West Hickman Creek is on a river section. The stocking report does not name the species. It is stocked about once a year since 2025, most often in February and October.

Last stocked

February 19, 2026

Plants on record

2

Since 2025

Species recorded

0

Elevation

855.8 ft

Access and facts

Water type
river section
Nearest town
Lexington
Shore access
Yes
Boat ramp
No
ADA accessible
No
Fee required
No
Facilities
restrooms

Bank-fishing access at Veterans Park in Lexington, off Man O' War Boulevard, Tates Creek Road, Clearwater Way, and Southpoint Drive. Paved parking and restrooms open limited hours; no ADA facilities confirmed.

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How West Hickman Creek is stocked

Lake Mingo (3.9 mi), Herrington Lake Tailwater (16.2 mi), Station Camp Creek (32.2 mi), Taylorsville Lake Tailwater (40.7 mi), and Mill Creek Lake (46.4 mi) were stocked more recently.

Fishing West Hickman Creek

West Hickman Creek offers diverse fishing opportunities, with several species present. Anglers might catch smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, rock bass, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, and spotted gar. Additionally, the occasional muskellunge can be seen in the Spring months.

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What anglers say

According to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, Hickman Creek is currently ranked #11 of the top 20 best smallmouth bass streams in the state.

Fish stocked per year

  • 5002025
  • 5002026

Stocking history

Source: Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.
Date Species Quantity Avg. length Source
February 19, 2026 – 500 – report
October 21, 2025 – 500 – report

Species stocked here

No species recorded here yet.

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