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Nebraska
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Platte River State Park Fishing
River · rainbow_trout, channel_catfish
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
River · smallmouth_bass, channel_catfish
Loup River at Ord
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Platte River at Kearney
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Missouri River at Ponca State Park
River · flathead_catfish, blue_catfish
Platte River State Park Fishing
River · rainbow_trout, channel_catfish
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
River · smallmouth_bass, channel_catfish
Loup River at Ord
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Platte River at Kearney
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Missouri River at Ponca State Park
River · flathead_catfish, blue_catfish
Niobrara River at Valentine
AI-suggested draft · review before you go
The Niobrara River near Valentine is one of Nebraska's premier fly fishing destinations, featuring spring-fed, crystal-clear water that supports a healthy wild brown trout population. The river's consistent flows and abundant aquatic insect life make it ideal for dry fly and nymph fishing. Access is available through several public points and outfitters in the Valentine area.
Swan Lake
~18 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
~30 min drive
Moderate
Smith Lake
~27 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Pelican Lake at Valentine National Wildlife Refuge
~31 min drive
Moderate
Cedar Lake
~36 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Merritt Reservoir
~49 min drive
Moderate
Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest
~45 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Lord Lakes
~50 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Swanson Swamp
~54 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.
Pine Canyon Reservoir
~58 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Nebraska.