Anyone may fish without licenses or trout permits anywhere in Kentucky on the first full weekend in June each year.
Kayak trails in South Fork and North Fork of the Kentucky River!
Kentucky River Water Trails for Pool 14.
The Three Forks Region is called "Three Forks" because it is where North Fork, Middle Fork, and South Fork of the Kentucky River come together. From the public launch sites of Beattyville, Booneville, Sharp Rock, and Airdale, there are around 20 miles of trails currently available for paddlers. Along these trails are points of interest, historical locations, and camping or cabin rental opportunities. All trails end in Beattyville where you will find gas stations, grocery stores, ATM's, Restaurants and more!
Canoe Rentals, Kayak Rentals, Shuttle Service!
Call Beattyville Kayak/Canoe Rentals at (606) 464-2707 or (606) 464-8797 for pricing and to make reservations.
3 Mile River Trail Option: Launch from the concrete Sharp Rock Ramp located three miles of Beattyville off Hwy 52 West. From this lunch you can paddle up river just around the first bend and see the magnificent engineering of Maloney Rail Road Bridge which is still active today transportation coal trains from Hazard to Winchester, KY. Be sure too look up under the railroad bridge to see how to the bridge curves. It is very rare to find a craving railroad bridge. Exit at the Beattyville Boat Ramp or keep paddling to see the birthplace of the KY River where North and South Fork Rivers merge and exit at the Three Forks Canoe/Kayak Launch located off River Drive.
6.5 Mile River Trail Option: Launch from the river rock boat ramp under the Airdale Bridge located off Hwy 2016 and paddle downstream to the Beattyville Boat Ramp. Long this trail you will see the remnants of the L&N Railroad Line, an ancient flood watchtower, and pass under the Maloney Railroad Bridge. Exit at the Beattyville Boat Ramp or keep paddling to see the birthplace of the KY River where North and South Fork Rivers merge and exit at the Three Forks Canoe/Kayak Launch located off River Drive.
10 Mile River Trail Option: Launch from the Corp of Engineer built Booneville Boat Ramp off of Fish Creek Road in Booneville, KY and paddle downstream to the Three Forks Canoe/Kayak Launch property behind Jack's IGA on River Drive or turn up North Fork river and exit at the Beattyville Boat Ramp. Not a house for miles on this trip. The trail is breathtaking as you paddle though 4 shoals until then the river becomes deeper and wider. Stop at Paw Paw or Buffalo Shoal for a picnic and stretch your legs.
6.5 Mile River Trail Option: Launch from the river rock boat ramp under the Airdale Bridge located off Hwy 2016 and paddle downstream to the Beattyville Boat Ramp. Long this trail you will see the remnants of the L&N Railroad Line, an ancient flood watchtower, and pass under the Maloney Railroad Bridge. Exit at the Beattyville Boat Ramp or keep paddling to see the birthplace of the KY River where North and South Fork Rivers merge and exit at the Three Forks Canoe/Kayak Launch located off River Drive.
10 Mile River Trail Option: Launch from the Corp of Engineer built Booneville Boat Ramp off of Fish Creek Road in Booneville, KY and paddle downstream to the Three Forks Canoe/Kayak Launch property behind Jack's IGA on River Drive or turn up North Fork river and exit at the Beattyville Boat Ramp. Not a house for miles on this trip. The trail is breathtaking as you paddle though 4 shoals until then the river becomes deeper and wider. Stop at Paw Paw or Buffalo Shoal for a picnic and stretch your legs.
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Fishing in the Birthplace of the Kentucky River!
Where North and South Fork rivers merge in Beattyville, anglers line their boats up in spring to fish for Muskie! There are some records from the during lakes that were broken by the fish caught in pool 14. If muskie and bass are not your cup of tea, there is always catfish, crappie, bluegill, and many more to catch. Are the fish biting? Check out this link that will give you a clue to when the fish are active.
http://www.weather.com/outlook/recreation/outdoors/fishing/41311?from=fishing_welcome
http://www.weather.com/outlook/recreation/outdoors/fishing/41311?from=fishing_welcome
Need Bait or tackle?
Ray J's Bait and Tackle
HWY 11 and Main Street, Beattyville (859) 230-3945 Local bait and tackle shop with a large selection of vintage baits and tackle. All you will need for any fishing outfitting. Facebook Page! C&T Live Bait and Tackle
2000 HWY 11 South Beattyville, KY 41311 Open 7 Days a week 8:00am -8:00pm (606) 560-2360 (606) 560-8505 Night Crawlers, red worms, meal worms, wax worms, minnows, shiners, goldfish, bluegill. Also Camping stoves, Coleman fuel lantern and much more. |