N F Big Nemaha Reservoir 23-C Fishing in Lancaster County, Nebraska

• Overview

  The Lancaster County end of Nebraska holds N F Big Nemaha Reservoir 23-C. Around the bank it is lake country bush. This is a pocket water of some 11 acres, and every part of it is reachable from the bank. The closest town, Hickman, is 5.8 miles distant. After that come Lincoln at 17 miles and Eagle at 18 miles. No county line comes close, which keeps the paperwork simple.

• Where to Fish on N F Big Nemaha Reservoir 23-C

  Nothing in our records gives a depth for this one. The arms fish better than the open middle whenever the water is up. Standing timber shows when the level drops, and fish sit against it. County-wide records name green sunfish, common carp, flathead catfish, bluegill and black bullhead. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. Treat this water as a water to read rather than to cover.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-run averages give July about 77°F and January about 23°F. Cold winters and warm summers give a wide working range. Winter fishing happens on the ice here, with open water back around mid March. On average, mid March opens the water and mid December closes it again. Fishing peaks soon after break-up and again before the cold returns. On this water the same rules apply, with local timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. Public mapping records no formal access here, so plan for a walk and soft ground. For the catfish, fish bottom baits into the deeper holes and let them sit. State or provincial rules still apply whatever the bank status. A polite question at the farm gate opens more banks than anything else. Failing this one, try N F Big Nemaha Reservoir 23-B, 0.6 miles away. Ask locally about this water if anything is unclear.