Fishing guide & reports
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission publishes an annual fishing guide, which includes useful information including fishing regulations, state records, public fishing areas and much more.
Cast a line
No matter where you decide to fish in Nebraska, you can count on landing a great outing.
Top places to fish
Nebraska’s landscape is dotted with lakes, rivers and streams, providing plentiful and diverse fishing opportunities for experienced anglers, beginners and everyone in between. Find a spot using our resources or discover Nebraska’s consistently good fishing spots at lakes across the state.
Find a place near you
Not sure where there are public fishing areas close to home? Explore our Public Fishing Area Map.
Immerse yourself
Want to learn more about catching the big one? Want some advice from our experts on lures to use and locations to go? Check out our additional resources, which include fishing tips, techniques and much more!
Family-friendly lakes
Family-friendly lakes have great fish-catching potential and plenty of amenities to keep your adventure easy and fun.
Attend a fishing event
From community fishing events to tournaments, Nebraska hosts it all for new or avid anglers.
Nebraska fish
Get acquainted with Nebraska’s fish species and learn to identify them so you know what and how many you can keep.
Barbs & Backlashes
Read top-notch advice on everything fishing from an expert angler — who also happens to be a fisheries biologist.
Fish stocking database
Did you know we’ve been stocking fish in Nebraska water ways since 1927? Explore our database for what we’ve stocked where.
Fish for trout
Most trout in Nebraska are stocked in lakes during the spring and fall. Find the resources you need to trout fish Nebraska.
Fishing Forecast
Our annual fishing forecast can help you pick your next place to fish. The forecast contains research statistics and graphs to explain sampling information for important sport fish species sampled across Nebraska.
Accessible fishing spots
Whether you want to catch trout, bass, bluegill, northern pike or catfish, a lake near you with fishing accommodations will likely include one or several of these fish species. Americans with Disabilities Act-approved fishing piers, trails, boat launch facilities and parking accommodations are included where appropriate in all recent and new aquatic habitat, angler access and sportfish restoration projects. Other lakes may have older handicap accommodations.
Contact your local Game and Parks office or see the current fishing guide to inquire about these opportunities.
Area guides
A wide breadth of fishing opportunities exist across Nebraska. From bluegill in Omaha’s urban lakes to brook trout in the Pine Ridge streams of the panhandle, Nebraska has what you’re fishing for. Reference the following guides for fishing opportunities east to west.
Trip planners
Find additional ways to fish the metro part of the state with our Nebraska Game and Parks trip planners.
More enjoyment awaits
No matter what you’re looking for — adventure, rejuvenation, quiet — there’s no limit to what we can discover, experience and enjoy beneath Nebraska skies.
Fishing Permits
Purchase stamps, resident and non-resident fishing permits here.
Park Pricing
A park entry permit is required to visit state parks and may be purchased at the park, statewide Game and Parks offices and permit vendors, or in advance of your arrival online. View those fees, as well as attraction and amenity pricing.