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Striped Bass & Hybrid Striper Fishing In Nebraska

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Nebraska offers exciting opportunities for striped bass fishing, particularly the hybrid striped bass, which is a crossbreed between striped bass and white bass. These hybrid stripers are known for their aggressive nature, hard-hitting strikes, and impressive fighting abilities, making them a sought-after game fish among anglers in the state. The purpose of this page is to share basic information about striped bass and hybrid stripers fishing and identify popular striper waters in the state.

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Learn the basics for catching striped bass.

Several major lakes in Nebraska provide excellent striped bass and hybrid striper fishing. One of the popular destinations is Lake McConaughy, which boasts a healthy population of hybrid stripers. This vast reservoir offers anglers a chance to catch these hard-fighting fish while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Sherman Reservoir is another notable lake known for its hybrid striper fishery, with anglers reporting successful catches.

Nebraska's state records for striped bass and hybrid stripers serve as a testament to the potential for trophy-sized catches. The current state record for striped bass stands at an impressive weight, while the record for hybrid striper exceeds that weight. These records highlight the exciting possibilities for anglers targeting these species in Nebraska's lakes.

When targeting striped bass and hybrid stripers in Nebraska, anglers often employ trolling techniques, casting with artificial lures, or using live bait such as shad or large minnows. These fish can be found near structure, drop-offs, and areas with good water movement, such as inflows and outflows.

It's important to note that striped bass and hybrid stripers may not be native to Nebraska and are primarily maintained through stocking programs. Anglers should familiarize themselves with the specific regulations and fishing limits for these species in each water body to ensure compliance with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission guidelines.

Nebraska's striped bass and hybrid striper fisheries offer anglers the opportunity to target these hard-fighting game fish and potentially reel in trophy-sized catches. With major lakes such as Lake McConaughy and Sherman Reservoir providing prime habitat for these species, anglers can enjoy thrilling fishing experiences and the chance to create lasting memories in the pursuit of striped bass and hybrid stripers in the heartland of Nebraska.

Striped Bass Lakes

You have several nice choices for striper fishing in NE. Elwood Reservoir, Enders Reservoir, Hugh Butler Lake (Red Willow Reservoir) and Sutherland Reservoir all contain schools of stripers.

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Striped Bass

Striped Bass

Stripers

Inland world record: 64 lbs 8 oz

State Record: 64 lbs 15 oz

Hybrid Striped Bass

Hybrid Striper (Wiper)

World record: 27 lbs 5 oz

State Record: 20 lbs 1 oz

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The state record striped bass was hauled out of Sutherland Reservoir.

The state record hybrid striped bass was caught from Red Willow Reservoir.

Fishing for Stripers in Nebraska

When fishing for stripers concentrate on the deeper waters in the lake. If you can locate schools of shad, stripers are often close by. When the baitfish are shallow over the deep water, you can catch stripers on crankbaits or by swimming spoons at appropriate depths. Check Nebraska fishing reports for current striper information. And for the ultimate thrill try large topwater baits if you see any surface feeding action. When the stripers are deep, jigs and jigging spoons work well. Live and cut bait will also take striped bass when they are in medium to deeper water. Fish nearby or in the river channel if it is a defined depth change. Trolling is also an excellent way to fish for stripers. Use flashy lures in bigger sizes.

While stripers are native to salt water, they naturally migrate into fresh water streams to spawn. Their eggs must remain in motion in order to hatch so the fresh water rivers and streams become the ideal spawning grounds for stripers. Landlocked stripers then populate the lakes.

 

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Learn the migration of stripers

The more you know about the seasonal migration of striped bass, the more likely you are to be looking in the right area next time you visit Nebraska striper fishing lakes. Visit the striped bass fishing page for more in-depth information about striper movements.