Early Summer on Elkhorn Creek

[psprowler]

Thanks for the great info! Sorry - but I know little to nothing about the area...could you give me directions to Knights Bridge and directions to a good take-out place?

And while you're at it some GPS coordinates of some of the best holes please.............

[kydonky]

Take US 127 north from Frankfort to Peaks Mill Rd. Turn right on Peaks Mill Rd. Go out peaks Mill road to the second bridge that crosses the creek. The take out is at Stillwaters campground that is on Us 127 north of Frankfort. You will be able to park a vehicle at stillwaters although they may charge a small parking fee. Not sure about the bridge, there were parking sites there but I don't know if parking is still allowed there. i would try to get someone to drop you off there. There are no lowhead dams in this stretch of the creek. If you can view google earth you can view this stretch. Just follow 127 N to stillwaters rd then back track the creek to the second bridge. The creek empties into the KY river at Stillwaters. you can also go out into the river from the creek. From the river upstream on the creek its about 1/2 mile up to the first rapid (riffles in low water). You may want to fish the section just up from the river once before you commit to a 4 to 8 hour trip. You can probably get some info at the campground on what areas are good.

[psprowler]

If you're not going to do a lick of legwork at least exchange some of the specifics via private message.

[DKing07]

Hey psprowler, be glad that you're receiving any tips at all. No one has to tell you the best places, but be thankful when they do. You've already been given a good stretch of the creek to go on.

[twise7]

Thanks KyDonky - it's nice to know there's still some people out there that are willing to help other people out.

[jcb]

twise7, please be aware that Knight's Bridge is not truly a public access point - it's private property. Not trying to discourage you, just inform you.

[Chubminnow]

The Elkhorn sure does offer some nice scenic beauty...I know there are decent fish in Elkhorn, but for me I'd be fine just taking the wife there for a picnic lunch or whatever, just hang out by the creek, get our lines wet, maybe catch a fish maybe not, it wouldn't matter, just as long as we were able to enjoy another beautiful day God created being outdoors.

C'mon springs showers, wash these winter blues away!!!

[bassman_ky]

You could put in a the public ramp off of us 25 in georgetown(just north of down town) and float down to robinson lane(off of 460) which is also in georgetown. This would be a 6-8 hour trip. I know for a fact these are good smallmouth waters. Use rebel crawfish, strike king bitsy tubes and small floating rapalas. Keep it natural as far as colors.

[redneckshadrap]

The Robinson Lane take out has been closed down by the landowner..You'll have to take out at the dam. BE CAREFUL in doing so. Plus you'd have to portage the dam at Great Crossings.
It's a long slow paddle from once you hit the slow water behind Cane Run to Great Crossings.....I do know that for a fact. Mr Prowler and I have fished many miles of this creek for going on 10yrs that I've known him.

You have to really be careful of the advice you give folks nowadays. All some are interested in is fishing a creek. Although it's Elkhorn Creek, it's flow can really be scary at certain times. Folks that are not used to these kinds of waters can get themselves into trouble in an instant. I've fished from Kings Mill Rd to Galloway Rd. And Switzer to the Ky River on the North Fork, not all at once. But have numerous trips at different water levels. Most of the floats are an average of 5-7 miles. Some easy water and some rough water.
Some of the "never been there but always wanted to fish it" posters should heed this post. Take the time to buy a map and look at the stream from an overhead. Some of these floats are Put-in to take out only...No in between if you get into some type of distress. Cell phone service also goes in and out...

All in all just a little reminder to think about some safety and planning before fishing this creek...It has a lot to offer...Good and bad.

[psprowler]

I came across a little harsh there. My panties were indeed in a bunch. Just realize that when you toss the "Internet cast net" you're going to catch several species. Some just do want to fish, others might not have the resources best interests in mind. The Internet is a big pond and it doesn't discriminate with regards to the type of person tha can obtain the information. I was lucky enough to get "the lecture" many many years ago and in the many years since I've grown to love and respect those that gave it. Just use a little caution is all I'm saying.....

[goosecreekguy]

I came across a little harsh there. My panties were indeed in a bunch. Just realize that when you toss the "Internet cast net" you're going to catch several species. Some just do want to fish, others might not have the resources best interests in mind. The Internet is a big pond and it doesn't discriminate with regards to the type of person tha can obtain the information. I was lucky enough to get "the lecture" many many years ago and in the many years since I've grown to love and respect those that gave it. Just use a little caution is all I'm saying.....

Well said Prowler...

[DKing07]

I came across a little harsh there. My panties were indeed in a bunch. Just realize that when you toss the "Internet cast net" you're going to catch several species. Some just do want to fish, others might not have the resources best interests in mind. The Internet is a big pond and it doesn't discriminate with regards to the type of person tha can obtain the information. I was lucky enough to get "the lecture" many many years ago and in the many years since I've grown to love and respect those that gave it. Just use a little caution is all I'm saying.....

I'm sorry if it seemed like I was insulting you, I was only trying to keep the peace, it seems like you really appreciate taking care of the fishing resources out there.