Largemouth Bass

If you're looking for Largemouth Bass in northern Nebraska, Butte offers some surprisingly good opportunities. While not known as a bass fishing mecca, the area's smaller lakes and ponds, often found on private land with permission, can hold some real gems. Look for farm ponds and small reservoirs – these often get overlooked and can produce quality fish. Spring and fall are prime times, as the bass are more active in cooler water. Early mornings and late evenings are particularly productive. A local tip: Before heading out, check with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for any public access areas or special regulations. Many of these smaller bodies of water are shallow, so weedless lures and topwater baits can be highly effective. Don't be afraid to experiment with different retrieves; the bass in these less-pressured environments can be opportunistic feeders.