DRIFTWOOD OUTDOORS: Paradise for fishermen

Pair of lakes are must-stop destinations

Lake Kentucky and Lake Barkley contain many different types of fish and are a haven for fishermen.

Lake Kentucky and Lake Barkley contain many different types of fish and are a haven for fishermen.

Brandon Butler, columnist, outdoors@newstribune.com

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Kentucky Lake and its neighbor, Lake Barkley, are two of the most noted fishing destinations in the country.

These two western Kentucky/central Tennessee waters have long been recognized as premier destinations for bass and crappie fishing, drawing recreational and professional anglers from across the country. Yet, they’re actually two of the best waters when you’re seeking an all-around angling destination.

If species diversity is an attribute you appreciate in a fishery, then Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley are waters you need to know.

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