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Kentucky
Paintsville Lake State Park
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Paintsville Lake State Park
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Paintsville Lake is a 1,140-acre reservoir in eastern Kentucky's mountains, known for excellent largemouth bass, muskie, and walleye fishing. The state park marina provides boat ramp access and the lake's clear mountain water and rocky structure attract quality fish. Muskie fishing here is particularly notable, with trophy fish regularly reported by local anglers.
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