🐟 What fish can you catch in Valparaiso?

Most commonly caught species around Valparaiso , NE : Largemouth bass - 7,519 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,916 reported catches Bluegill - 1,463 reported catches Black crappie - 1,093 reported catches Walleye - 538 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Valparaiso fishing reports?

The latest Valparaiso , NE fishing reports are: @jumana7349 reported a nice Walleye at Holmes Lake . @jumana7349 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake . @jumana7349 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake . @quinnhenderson reported a nice Largemouth bass at Holmes Lake . @quinnhenderson reported a nice White perch at Holmes Lake . .

Fishing in Valparaiso, NE

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Valparaiso, Nebraska?

Anglers in Valparaiso , NE recommend these top fishing spots: Branched Oak Lake , Lake Wanahoo , Wildwood Lake , Salt Creek , Oak Creek .

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

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Nebraska, United States

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Top fish species in Valparaiso

Latest Valparaiso fishing reports

Walleye

Holmes Lake

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Largemouth bass

Holmes Lake

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White perch

Holmes Lake

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Sauger

Holmes Lake

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Bluegill

Holmes Lake

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Fishing regulations in Valparaiso

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 Largemouth bass 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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Largemouth 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

Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

41°04′47.3″N 96°49′58.8″W

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FAQ about Valparaiso fishing

Anglers in Valparaiso, NE recommend these top fishing spots: Branched Oak Lake, Lake Wanahoo, Wildwood Lake, Salt Creek, and Oak Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Valparaiso, NE:

Largemouth bass - 7,519 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,916 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,463 reported catches
Black crappie - 1,093 reported catches
Walleye - 538 reported catches

The latest Valparaiso, NE fishing reports are:

@jumana7349 reported a nice Walleye at Holmes Lake.
@jumana7349 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake.
@jumana7349 reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake.
@quinnhenderson reported a nice Largemouth bass at Holmes Lake.
@quinnhenderson reported a nice White perch at Holmes Lake.

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