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River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Platte River at Columbus
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
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Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam
River · walleye, sauger
Missouri River at Ponca State Park
River · flathead_catfish, blue_catfish
Loup River at Ord
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Platte River at Columbus
River · channel_catfish, flathead_catfish
Niobrara River at Smith Falls
River · smallmouth_bass, channel_catfish
Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam
River · walleye, sauger
Missouri River at Ponca State Park
River · flathead_catfish, blue_catfish
Platte River at Kearney
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We don't have curated regulation data for NE yet. Check Nebraska Game & Parks for current rules before fishing.
See full state regulationsThe central Platte River near Kearney offers accessible wade fishing for channel catfish, flathead catfish, and occasional walleye in the braided channels. The wide, shallow river is best fished during late summer when water levels drop and fish concentrate in deeper holes. Access is available from several public boat ramps and parks in the area.
Hunter Cove
~1h 14m drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Methodist Cove
~1h 15m drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Elwood Reservoir
~1h 12m drive
Easy
Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area
~1h 15m drive
Easy
Harlan County Reservoir
~1h 16m drive
Easy
Alma City Park
~1h 16m drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
Patterson Harbor Marina
~1h 19m drive
A worthwhile stop near NE.
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