Waggners Lake Fishing in Jefferson County, Kentucky

• Overview

  Within Jefferson County, Kentucky, you have Waggners Lake. Height above sea level is 600 feet. At roughly 3 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Jefferson County. Nearest town is Fern Creek, 2.2 miles off. It is 14 miles to Louisville, the nearest city. Two sets of local rules meet not far from this water.

• Where to Fish on Waggners Lake

  We hold no depth figure for this one. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Species logged across Jefferson County include bluegill, fantail darter, longear sunfish and gizzard shad. The county list is broader than any single water. Anyone new to Waggners Lake should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warm month here averages 77°F; the cold one sits at 32°F. The freeze here is occasional rather than annual. It is not guaranteed even in a cold spell, so check yourself. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Waggners Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Who may fish here is not settled in anything we hold. The car has to stay half a mile away, which shapes how much tackle you bring. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. Some banks are open only from a marked point. Where tickets apply, they are sold in the nearest town rather than on the bank. For a change of water, Riggs Lake is 3.1 miles distant. Check the current arrangement for Waggners Lake.