Guide To Fishing At Harry Strunk Lake
AKA: Medicine Creek Reservoir, Harry Strunk Reservoir
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass and wiper at Harry Strunk Lake in Nebraska.

With over twenty-five miles of shoreline, Harry Strunk Lake also known as Medicine Creek Reservoir has over 1,800 surface acres. Located in the southwest part of the state, the lake provides a wide variety of water-sport activities including, swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing.
The lake is a feature of the Medicine Creek State Recreation Area which offers a host of other outdoor activities. Crappie and walleye fishing are two top favorites for locals. Walleye fishing in summer is concentrated on deeper structure in the main part of the lake, and in spring they move shallower into the creek channel arms. The lake has plenty of brush and trees in the water, especially when the lake is full, which makes a great home for the crappie. The lake also has good populations of bass, catfish, sunfish and wipers. If you like fishing from shore, and don't mind walking a short distance, there is plenty of places for shoreline fishing. Kayaks, canoes and other fishing boats provide easy access to fishing spots not accessible from shore.
Primary fish species residing in Medicine Creek Reservoir
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Harry Strunk Lake Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: SEVERAL
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NO
Restaurant: NEARBY
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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Harry Strunk Lake Boat Ramp
Located in the southwest corner of the lake, off Trail 1, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Shady Bay Campground Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast corner of the lake, off Trail 4, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Trail 3 Boat Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Trail 3, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with gravel parking.
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Shady Bay Campground - 308 697-4667
Trail Number 4 Campground - 308 697-4667
Medicine Creek Reservoir NE Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Harry Strunk Lake
Medicine Creek State Recreation Area
40611 Road 728
Cambridge NE 69022
308 697-4667
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Medicine Creek Reservoir in Nebraska.
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Fishing at Harry Strunk Lake, in Nebraska.
Crappie and walleye fishing in southwest NE.