🐟 What fish can you catch in Keystone?

Most commonly caught species around Keystone , NE : Walleye - 265 reported catches Channel catfish - 224 reported catches Largemouth bass - 209 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 182 reported catches Common carp - 99 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Keystone fishing reports?

The latest Keystone , NE fishing reports are: @LureLegend309 reported a nice White bass . @jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy . @jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy . @jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy . @jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy . .

Fishing in Keystone, NE

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Keystone, Nebraska?

Anglers in Keystone , NE recommend these top fishing spots: South Platte River , Lake McConaughy , North Platte River , Lake Ogallala , Humphery's Pond .

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

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Nebraska, United States

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Top fish species in Keystone

Latest Keystone fishing reports

White bass

12 in · 1 lb

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

27 in · 9 lb

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

27 in · 10 lb

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

30 in · 11 lb 6 oz

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

27 in · 9 lb 2 oz

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

26 in · 7 lb 8 oz

Smallmouth bass

Lake McConaughy

14 in · 1 lb 1 oz

Sutherland Reservoir

length · weight

Common carp

Lake McConaughy

length · weight

Walleye

Lake McConaughy

length · weight

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Fishing regulations in Keystone

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 Walleye as of April 16th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Walleye

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

Memorable

1 > 22

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Possession limit = 8 walleye

Exceptions:

Branched Oak Lake: minimum length = 22-inches; bag limit = 1 walleye
Elwood Reservoir: only one may be from 15 to 18-inches
Harlan County Lake (including Republican River upstream to Hwy. 89 bridge west of Orleans): only one may be from 15 to 18-inches
Merritt Reservoir: only one may be from 15 to 18-inches
Calamus Reservoir: only two may be from 15 to 18-inches
Sherman Reservoir: 20 to 28-inch protected slot (no harvest); two between 15 inches and not greater than 20 inches; one longer than 28 inches
Missouri River waters – upstream of Gavins Point Dam (Lewis and Clark Lake and portion of river upstream to Neb./S.D. border): 15-inch minimum length
DeSoto Bend NWR: 15-inch minimum length
Missouri River waters – downstream of Gavins Point Dam: no minimum length limit

Excellent

Sander vitreus

Regulations for

41°13′7.3″N 101°35′2.8″W

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FAQ about Keystone fishing

Anglers in Keystone, NE recommend these top fishing spots: South Platte River, Lake McConaughy, North Platte River, Lake Ogallala, and Humphery's Pond.

Most commonly caught species around Keystone, NE:

Walleye - 265 reported catches
Channel catfish - 224 reported catches
Largemouth bass - 209 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 182 reported catches
Common carp - 99 reported catches

The latest Keystone, NE fishing reports are:

@LureLegend309 reported a nice White bass.
@jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy.
@jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy.
@jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy.
@jaysonhenrickson reported a nice Walleye at Lake McConaughy.

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