Cumberland River Fishing near Ledbetter, Kentucky

Cumberland River is a stream located just 7.6 miles from Ledbetter, in Livingston County, in the state of Kentucky, United States, near Smithland, KY. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including striped bass, brown trout and rainbow trout here. Whether you’re spinning, baitcasting or fly fishing your chances of getting a bite here are good. So grab your favorite fly fishing rod and reel, and head out to Cumberland River. Alternate names for this stream include Shawanoe River, Shawnee River and Warioto River.

Join us as we discuss the Kentucky Fishing License options, fishing rules and fishing regulations. Please remember to check with the local Fish and Wildlife department to ensure the stream is open to the public. Now get out there and fish! Check out our Fishing Times chart to determine when the fish will be most active.

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