Harlan County · stream · order 1 river · ~1 cfs typical · seasonal
Banks Branch
Banks Branch is a stream in Harlan County, Kentucky. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Kentucky's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
87°
61°
6 mph
0%
Sat
Drizzle
84°
69°
17 mph
43%
Sun
Drizzle
79°
68°
8 mph
50%
↘ pressure fallingFalling pressure ahead of a front often turns the bite on.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Fugitt Creek2.6 mi
- Childs Branch4.4 mi
- Stony Fork5.8 mi
- Clover Fork7.1 mi
- Cloverlick Creek5.9 mi
- Looney Creek6.4 mi
- Bailey Creek7.3 mi
- Yocum Creek7.7 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official KY regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Banks Branch fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish Banks Branch?+
Yes — Kentucky requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Banks Branch?+
Banks Branch is a stream in Harlan County, Kentucky. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.