Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake


Note: 25.5 acre lake Fishing during daylight hours only. Jug and Limb Lines Prohibited. Possession or use of live shad for bait is prohibited.


Special Fishing Regulations for Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake

SpeciesRegulation DescriptionNotesKRSKAR
CHANNEL CATFISH12 inch minimum size limit for all catfish species 
FLATHEAD CATFISH12 inch minimum size limit for all catfish species 
LARGEMOUTH BASS12-15 inch protective slot limit. All fish between 12 and 15 inches must be released. Limit 6 black bass per angler. 

Miscellaneous


Fishing Forecast

Access Sites (Click the Access Site Name for More Info)

Handicap Accessible Only:

Access Type

NameMap RefTypeRamp SurfaceFeeMarinaCounty
Smoky Valley/Carter Caves Lake Ramp   6Any light trailerable recreational boatPavedNo NoneCarter