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Bass fishing in Nebraska

Nebraska provides strong freshwater fishing opportunities for bass. Lakes, rivers, and reservoirs across the state offer reliable action for anglers.

Best baits and lures for Bass in Nebraska

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Smallmouth bass

Lake McConaughy

14 in · 1 lb 1 oz

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Largemouth bass

Glenn Cunningham Lake

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Largemouth bass

Flanagan Lake

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Largemouth bass

Willow Creek

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Largemouth bass

North Standing Bear Creek

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Smallmouth bass

Philips Lake

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Largemouth bass

Waterford Lake

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Largemouth bass

Dr Seuss Pond

30 in · 16 lb

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Largemouth bass

Wehrspann Lake

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Largemouth bass

Regency Lake

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Regulations for Bass 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of April 6th, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

Largemouth bass

Seasons

Open

Bag limit

5

Memorable

1 > 21

Min size

15"

Measurement

Total Length

Special gear

Aggregate

5

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 

Micropterus nigricans

Regulations for

41°30′2.5″N 99°40′50.8″W
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