Guide To Fishing At Harlan County Lake

AKA: Harlan County Reservoir, Harlan Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, walleye, white bass, wiper and northern pike at Harlan County Lake in Nebraska.

Located in the south-central part of the state, Harlan County Reservoir is a 13,000-acre lake offering excellent fishing. Walleye, wipers and catfish are the prime targets, but the lake also has nice populations of bass, crappie, white bass and northerns.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Marinas
Boat Launch Ramps
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Many fishing tournaments are held each year for walleye, bass, catfish as well as mixed-bag tournaments. As one of the larger lakes in Nebraska, it offers all types of water sports, boating and sight seeing. However, fishing is the main draw. There are marinas on the lake, boat rentals, fishing tackle, local fishing guides, and plenty of water to fish. If you like fishing from the bank, there is access around the lake. Canoes, kayaks and all types of fishing boats make it easy to get access to fish holding farther off shore. The lake has plenty of cover for the fish, especially when the water level is high. This is a lake where beginner and experienced anglers alike can fulfill their dream of catching the big ones.

Primary fish species residing in Harlan County Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Harlan County Reservoir Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

North Shore Marina & Campground
Rentals: Pontoon boats
308 799-2315

Patterson Harbor Marina
Rentals: Pontoon boats
308 799-4600

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Hunter Cove Campground Boat Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off Corp Road B, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Methodist Cove Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northwest section of the lake, off Corp Road B, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

North East Boat Ramp
Located in the northeast corner of the lake, off 1815 Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.

Patterson Harbor Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Boat Ramp Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.