Chain of Lakes, Nebraska: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Chain of Lakes is listed under Sheridan County, Nebraska. It sits in rolling bush. Around 76 acres of surface means several distinct areas to work. The full circuit measures close to 1.1 miles on foot. Compared with other Nebraska water on our list, it sits high. Nearest town is Alliance, 23 miles off. Bridgeport is 41 miles away, with Bayard at 49 miles. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Chain of Lakes

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Species logged across Sheridan County include white sucker, brown trout and rock bass. What holds for the county may not hold for this water. At Chain of Lakes light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July to average close to 73°F, with January the cold end at about 23°F. Four clear seasons, with a proper winter at one end. The lid usually goes in mid March, which opens the strongest weeks of the year. Going by climate averages, expect open water from about mid March until roughly early December. Early summer and early autumn carry the open-water season. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Chain of Lakes.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. No dam controls it, and the level follows the season. Mapping is blank for access, so scout the approach before committing the car. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Failing this one, try Herman Lake, 1.1 miles away. Signs at Chain of Lakes carry more weight than any list.