FISHING

The Ohio River provides a wide variety of species, including crappie, black and white bass, sunfish, sauger and catfish. With the Ohio River, the Sloughs WMA, John James Audubon State Park and the Green River to choose from, you'll find many great angling opportunities in the Henderson area! The Cabela's King Kat Classic, the "superbowl" of catfishing, took place September 26-27, 2008 in Henderson! To see a video of Tanner Tabor, Tournament Director, interviewing top finishers on their strategies for finding the big fish, as well as the announcement of the winners, click here. For information about the King Kat Tournament Trail, call 270-395-6774 or go to www.kingkatusa.com

BOAT RAMP LOCATIONS

	2nd Street Boat Ramps,* located at the the end of 2nd Street in the heart of downtown Henderson. Body of water: Ohio River. Info: 1-800-858-1549
Hays Boat Ramps,* located near Atkinson Park off North Elm Street. Body of water: Ohio River. Info: 1-800-858-1549 John James Audubon State Park, 3100 US Hwy 41 North. Fish for largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish in a 28-acre lake. Dock open Memorial Day through Labor Day. No gas motors permitted. Body of water: The lake at JJA State Park. Info: 270-826-2247
	Sloughs WMA Boat Ramps, located in the Sloughs WMA. From Henderson, go 3.5 on US 60 W, turn right on KY136, go 2.8 miles, turn right on KY268, go 6.75 miles. Boat ramp will be on the right. Body of water: Sloughs WMA/Ohio River. Info: 1-800-858-1549
Spottsville Boat Ramp, near Spottsville, KY. From Henderson, head west on US 60 for about 11 miles. Turn right just before the bridge over the Green River. The ramp is 1/2 mile up the road, on your left (watch for directional signs). Body of water: Green River. Info: 1-800-858-1549 *The 2nd Street Ramps and Hays Ramps require a boat launch permit. See below for more information.

Commonly Asked Questions Regarding Fishing Licenses/Boat Launch Permits:

Do I have to have a fishing license to fish in Henderson?
A. Yes. By law, you must have a fishing license when fishing in a public body of water.

Q. Where can I get a Kentucky fishing license?
A. Kentucky fishing licenses can be online, via phone, or at through a local license agent.
To purchase online: Go to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Online Hunting and Fishing License Sales page.
To purchase via phone: Call toll free 1-877-KYTAG-01 (877-598-2401).
To purchase via a local license agent: Click here to search for a local license agent in Henderson County or nearest you.
*The Super 8 Motel in Henderson offers boat plug-in chargers and also sells hunting and fishing licenses on site.

Q. Where do I get my boat launch permit for the 2nd Street or Hays Boat Ramps?
A. Boat Launch permits can be purchased at the City Building, located at 222 First Street. The office is open M-F, 8-5pm. You can also order a boat launch permit by mail by sending in a check or money order, payable to the City of Henderson, to PO Box 716, Henderson, KY 42419, for the amount of $10. Also include a self addressed, stamped envelope. Call 1-270-831-1200 for more information.

Q. What locations are covered by my boat launch permit?
A. The 2nd Street Boat Ramps and Hays Boat Ramps.

More Boating/Boat Launch Permit Information:
2nd Street Boat Launch Parking Rules
Henderson Boating Safety

NAVIGATION CHARTS OF THE OHIO AND GREEN RIVERS
Click on the following link to view downloadable U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maps of the Ohio River from John T. Meyers pool to Newburgh. Please be patient, the document takes some time to load.

Ohio River Navigation Charts between the John T. Myers Pool and Newburgh

Additional maps of the Ohio and Green Rivers can be found here.

OUTDOOR STORES/STORES WITH FISHING DEPARTMENTS
Sportsman's Corner, 1655 S Green Street, Henderson - (270) 826-6995.
Walmart, 2480 US Hwy 41 North, Henderson, KY - (270) 826-6926.

GUIDE SERVICES

Camo Fish Guide Service - Henderson, KY - 270-748-6077
	Guided fishing trips on the Ohio and Green Rivers by a Kentucky licensed commercial fishing guide. Offering all-season fishing for catfish and seasonal fishing for sauger. For more information, go to the Camo Fish Guide Service website at www.camofishguideservice.com

Looking for a place to stay on your fishing trip? Be sure to check our Accommodations Page for information on lodging as well as any current travel packages they may offer!