WEBNov 7, 2008 · Re: North Licking River. I live right on the Licking River and it is a good river to fish. I catch lm, sm, spots, crappie, sauger, white bass, drum, channel cats and flatheads and even an occasional muskie! You have to fish the river alot but it can be rewarding this time of the year. 11-08-2008 #6.