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NE
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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
We don't have curated regulation data for NE yet. Check Nebraska Game & Parks for current rules before fishing.
See full state regulationsThe 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 NE.
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
~30 min drive
Moderate
Smith Lake
~27 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Pelican Lake at Valentine National Wildlife Refuge
~31 min drive
Moderate
Cedar Lake
~36 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Merritt Reservoir
~49 min drive
Moderate
Samuel R. McKelvie National Forest
~45 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Lord Lakes
~50 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Swanson Swamp
~54 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Pine Canyon Reservoir
~58 min drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
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