West Hickman Creek fishing
West Hickman Creek fishing 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
Fish at West Hickman Creek
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. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How West Hickman Creek is stocked
Lake Mingo (3.9 mi), Herrington Lake Tailwater (13.4 mi), Station Camp Creek (32.2 mi), Taylorsville Lake Tailwater (40.7 mi), and Mill Creek Lake (46.4 mi) were stocked more recently.
Fish stocked in 2025
500
Fish stocked in 2026
500
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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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources before you go.
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Common questions
When is West Hickman Creek stocked?
Last stocked February 19, 2026. It is stocked about once a year since 2025, most often in February and October.
How do you get on West Hickman Creek?
Shore fishing is available, there is no boat ramp, it is not ADA accessible, and no fee is required. The nearest town is Lexington. Facilities include 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.
Which lakes near West Hickman Creek were stocked more recently?
Lake Mingo (3.9 mi), Herrington Lake Tailwater (13.4 mi), Station Camp Creek (32.2 mi), Taylorsville Lake Tailwater (40.7 mi), and Mill Creek Lake (46.4 mi) were stocked more recently.