if you're looking for a lot of territory to cover and some of the most rugged scenery you will find in Kentucky you need to check out Rock Creek in Mcreary county. it is primarily a trout stream but I've caught a lot of smallmouth out of it over the years, nothing big but they are feisty and beautiful fish.
you can get more info on Kentucky dept of fish and wildlife website.
with you being in Corbin you are in smallmouth creek country. best of luck