Fishing Ponds in Nebraska
Sandhills lakes for largemouth, Missouri River cats, and stocked trout. 6 venues listed across Yankton County, Lincoln County, Lancaster County, with strong stocks of catfish.
6 venues mapped · 1 with confirmed species · 1 with venue websites
6 Nebraska venues plotted · click any pin for details
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All 6 fishing venues in Nebraska A–Z
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- Fish Cleaning Station · Yankton County
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- Hershey Lake · Lincoln County
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- Pine Lake Pond · Lincoln city
- Prairie Queen Lake · Papillion city
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Smith Creek Recreation Area
Seward County
Smith Creek Recreation Area off I-80 near Utica in Seward County, Nebraska offers catfish fishing alongside picnicking, camping, hiking, food and parking.
- Species
- White catfish
- Facilities
- Camping · Food · Parking
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- The Bubble · Yankton County
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Fishing in Nebraska: FAQ
Nebraska has 6 fishing venues in our directory, concentrated in Yankton County, Lincoln County, Lancaster County. The most commonly stocked species across the state are catfish. Browse the full list below or jump to a venue using the A–Z navigation.
Bass records aren't widely confirmed for Nebraska venues in our database. Many waters hold bass without listing it explicitly. Open the GilledIt app to see recent bass catches logged in this state.
Yes, anglers fishing in Nebraska need a valid state fishing license, even on private waters. Licenses are issued by the Nebraska Department of Fish & Wildlife (or equivalent state agency); some states require a separate freshwater/saltwater stamp or a trout permit. Resident, non-resident, and short-term licenses are usually available online from the state agency. Check the state F&W website for current pricing and exemptions.
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