🐟 What fish can you catch in Lincoln?

Most commonly caught species around Lincoln , NE : Largemouth bass - 7,239 reported catches Channel catfish - 2,621 reported catches Bluegill - 1,551 reported catches Black crappie - 1,020 reported catches Walleye - 463 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Lincoln fishing reports?

The latest Lincoln , NE fishing reports are: @jessbredthauer reported a nice Largemouth bass . @jaronkildare reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake . @rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake . @rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake . @rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake . .

Fishing in Lincoln, NE

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Lincoln, Nebraska?

Anglers in Lincoln , NE recommend these top fishing spots: Holmes Lake , Branched Oak Lake , Conestoga Lake , Bowling Lake , Pawnee Lake .

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

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Top fish species in Lincoln

Latest Lincoln fishing reports

Largemouth bass

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Rainbow trout

Holmes Lake

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Largemouth bass

US West Lake

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Largemouth bass

US West Lake

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Largemouth bass

US West Lake

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Largemouth bass

Philpot Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Philpot Reservoir

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Bluegill

Stagecoach Lake

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Common carp

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Bluegill

Stagecoach Lake

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Fishing regulations in Lincoln

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 March 31st, 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

40°48′32.4″N 96°40′43.7″W

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FAQ about Lincoln fishing

Anglers in Lincoln, NE recommend these top fishing spots: Holmes Lake, Branched Oak Lake, Conestoga Lake, Bowling Lake, and Pawnee Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Lincoln, NE:

Largemouth bass - 7,239 reported catches
Channel catfish - 2,621 reported catches
Bluegill - 1,551 reported catches
Black crappie - 1,020 reported catches
Walleye - 463 reported catches

The latest Lincoln, NE fishing reports are:

@jessbredthauer reported a nice Largemouth bass.
@jaronkildare reported a nice Rainbow trout at Holmes Lake.
@rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake.
@rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake.
@rinns reported a nice Largemouth bass at US West Lake.

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