🐟 What fish can you catch in Bristow?

Most commonly caught species around Bristow , NE : Smallmouth bass - 175 reported catches Largemouth bass - 103 reported catches Walleye - 103 reported catches Channel catfish - 68 reported catches Northern pike - 57 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Bristow fishing reports?

The latest Bristow , NE fishing reports are: @lukerobertson2994 reported a nice Walleye at North Bay . @jessehavranek reported a nice Sockeye salmon at Pease Creek . @halox92 reported a nice Black crappie . @bentley.sumption reported a nice Largemouth bass at North Bay . @carterkreycik reported a nice Northern pike at Atkinson Reservoir . .

Fishing in Bristow, NE

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Bristow, Nebraska?

Anglers in Bristow , NE recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (SD) , Niobrara River , Randall Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Bristow?

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Nebraska, United States

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Top fish species in Bristow

Latest Bristow fishing reports

Walleye

North Bay

23 in · 3 lb

Sockeye salmon

Pease Creek

19 in · 3 lb

Black crappie

length · weight

Largemouth bass

North Bay

7 in · 3 oz

Northern pike

Atkinson Reservoir

length · weight

Smallmouth bass

Saint Francis Bay

length · weight

Bluegill

Lake Andes

10 in · 1 lb

Common carp

Lake Andes

24 in · 8 lb

Channel catfish

25 in · 5 lb 2 oz

Channel catfish

23 in · 5 lb

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Fishing regulations in Bristow

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Nebraska can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Smallmouth bass as of April 17th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Smallmouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 21

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

Possession limit = 10 black bass in aggregate (largemouth, smallmouth, spotted)

Exceptions:

Selected areas listed in Public Fishing Areas section and on private waters leased in Open Fields and Waters and PATH Fishing programs: bag limit = 1 black bass
Missouri River between Nebraska and Iowa/Missouri: minimum length = 12-inches
Missouri River between Nebraska and South Dakota: no minimum length limit
Nebraska Public Power District Canal from Sutherland Reservoir outlet to confluence with South Platte River, including Lake Maloney: No minimum length limit; one 15-inches or longer
Big Elk Lake: 12-inch maximum length limit; bag limit = 2 smallmouth bass
Portal Lake: 12-inch maximum length limit; bag limit = 2 smallmouth bass

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Regulations for

42°50′26.9″N 98°35′0.2″W

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FAQ about Bristow fishing

Anglers in Bristow, NE recommend these top fishing spots: Missouri River (SD), Niobrara River, and Randall Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Bristow, NE:

Smallmouth bass - 175 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 103 reported catches
Walleye - 103 reported catches
Channel catfish - 68 reported catches
Northern pike - 57 reported catches

The latest Bristow, NE fishing reports are:

@lukerobertson2994 reported a nice Walleye at North Bay.
@jessehavranek reported a nice Sockeye salmon at Pease Creek.
@halox92 reported a nice Black crappie.
@bentley.sumption reported a nice Largemouth bass at North Bay.
@carterkreycik reported a nice Northern pike at Atkinson Reservoir.

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