Cedar Creek Lake near Stanford: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  The Lincoln County entry here is Cedar Creek Lake, in Kentucky. It sits at 883 feet above sea level. It measures some 778 acres, and wind has room to build across it. You are 6.8 miles from Stanford. After that come Brodhead at 9.3 miles and Lancaster at 9.8 miles. Also within reach: Stanford Reservoir 6.8 miles away, Lake Linville 13 miles, Taylor Fork Lake 20 miles away, Owsley Fork Reservoir 21 miles and Herrington Lake 21 miles away. It sits near the edge of the county, so check which rules apply.

• Where to Fish on Cedar Creek Lake

  Recorded depth comes to 47 ft. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Records held for Lincoln County cover headwater darter, orangethroat darter, black crappie and bluegill. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. On Cedar Creek Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Average temperature peaks around 75°F in July and bottoms out near 33°F in January. Fishing continues through most of the calendar, with quiet spells rather than closures. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. That shapes the year on Cedar Creek Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Public ownership means the bank is normally open to anglers. Boats go in at Old US 150 (carrydown), roughly half a mile from the water. Bluegill and other panfish take small jigs or worms under a float near any cover. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. Stanford Reservoir sits 6.8 miles off and takes the overflow. What applies at Cedar Creek Lake may have changed since it was mapped.