Fish Lake

Fish Lake offers one of the largest public boat ramps in the area, featuring four launch lanes with wheelchair-accessible facilities. Located in the Doug Travis Wildlife Management Area near Columbus in Carlisle County, this ramp provides convenient access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats. The site is well-developed with nearby recreational amenities, including shelters (#3 and #4) for picnicking or staging gear.

The surrounding management area provides diverse paddling opportunities, with access to multiple sloughs and waterways suitable for different skill levels. Anglers frequent the area for panfish, bass, catfish, and Asian carp. Several launch and wading areas are available throughout the property, with Fish Lake, #4 Lake, and Black Lake accessible by boat. For those seeking larger water paddling, the Mississippi River is accessible via the Laketon Road boat ramp at the northern border of the property.

Before visiting, confirm public access hours and any seasonal closures with Kentucky's Fish and Wildlife Resources office, as the management area operates under specific use schedules.