Bertrand, NE Fishing Trip — August

Your Bertrand, NE Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 84°F / Low 66°F2.1" rain · 11 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing

August Weather in Bertrand

84°F
Avg High
66°F
Avg Low
2.1"
Rainfall
11
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

2 Guides Near Bertrand

No guides are based in Bertrand, but these guides operate nearby.

$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Nebraska Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$33
Non-Resident$73
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Habitat stamp included. Covers all state waters.

Buy License Online — Nebraska

Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2
Size Limit:No more than one over 30 inches

Check specific regulations for the Missouri River and other locations.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Only one hybrid striped bass can be longer than 16 inches. Some waters may have specific length limits.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some lakes and areas may have specific length and bag limits; consult the current Nebraska Fishing Guide.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:15 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific length limits.

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