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Kentucky Smallmouth Bass Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for smallmouth bass in Kentucky.

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Kentucky Smallmouth Bass Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for smallmouth bass in Kentucky. Find daily limits, possession limits, size limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 6 Size: 12" minimum

Smallmouth Bass

Fish

Kentucky bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

6

per day

Possession Limit

-

at any time

Season Limit

-

per season

Size Limit

12" minimum

minimum length

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Kentucky Smallmouth Bass FAQ

Common questions about smallmouth bass bag limits in Kentucky

What are the smallmouth bass limits in Kentucky?

Kentucky smallmouth bass: daily 6, size 12" minimum.

What Kentucky-wide rules apply when hunting smallmouth bass?

Kentucky restored elk successfully. Draw odds are low but improving as herd grows.

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Official Source

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources

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