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Fishing in Nebraska

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About Nebraska fishing

Nebraska freshwater fishing features bass, walleye, catfish, and crappie in lakes and rivers. Stocked trout streams and reservoirs provide additional variety for anglers seeking diverse freshwater opportunities.

Nebraska fishing license

Nebraska requires a fishing license for anglers 16+. Resident and non-resident annual and short-term licenses are available online or at authorized vendors.

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Top fish species caught in Nebraska

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Biggest catches in Nebraska

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State records of caught fish in Nebraska

SpeciesWeightChannel catfish41.5 lbsCommon carp34.8 lbsWalleye18 lbsLargemouth bass10.7 lbsBlack crappie4.5 lbsBluegill1.5 lbs

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Northern pike

Flanagan Lake

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Greengill hybrid

Dr Seuss Pond

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Green sunfish

Dr Seuss Pond

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Rainbow trout

North Platte River

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Black crappie

Lawrence Youngman Lake

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Fishing regulations in Nebraska

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.

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FAQ about Nebraska fishing

Fishing regulations in Nebraska, United States vary by location and species, covering size limits, bag limits, and open seasons. To stay up to date and avoid guesswork, use the for the latest rules on every fish and body of water.
Anglers in Nebraska, United States most often target Largemouth bass, Channel catfish, and Bluegill. For more detailed insights, the shows exactly which species are biting in each lake, river, and coastline.
Popular waters in Nebraska, United States include Holmes Lake, Wehrspann Lake, and Prairie Queen Lake. With the , you can zoom in on any area to discover the best spots and see what other anglers are catching there.