Stream / River · Boone
Gunpowder Creek
Official trout-water information for Gunpowder Creek in Boone, Kentucky.
CountyBoone
RegionNot published
Water typeStream / River
Wild statusNot documented
2current plan records
2stocking history records
2documented reaches
1access evidence record
Location and source context
Waterbody overview
- Mapped location
- 39.00730, -84.72730
Classification
Designations and characteristics
Designations
Characteristics
Fishery
Documented trout
- Rainbow Trout
Management
2 documented reaches
Sperti Park boundary to lower boundary
Length: 1.50 miles
Classification: Class IV, Put-and-take / seasonal catch-and-release
Gunpowder Creek is a new seasonal trout stream in Boone County adjacent to Camp Ernst. The stream is accessed by a moderately difficult walking trail from the parking lot.
Classification: Class IV, Put-and-take / seasonal catch-and-release, Water-specific regulation
Stocking
Published stocking information
Current plans and schedules
- Months 3, 4, 10, 121,600 troutRainbow Trout
- 400 troutRainbow Trout
Published history
- 400 troutRainbow Trout
- 400 troutRainbow Trout
Access evidence
1 matched record
Gunpowder Creek Fishing Access
Evidence type: parking
Parking: Paved
Regulations
Reach-specific notes
Catch-and-release regulation
October 1 through March 31; artificial baits only
Harvest regulation
From October 1 through March 31, all trout shall be immediately released and only artificial baits may be used during this time