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Elba, NE Fishing Trip — May

Your Elba, NE Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 72°F / Low 51°F3.5" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CarpExcellent
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Channel CatfishExcellent
Channel Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Blue CatfishExcellent
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing

May Weather in Elba

72°F
Avg High
51°F
Avg Low
3.5"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

1 Guide Near Elba

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

Ne Time Outdoors Guide Service - Ne Time Outdoors Guide Service
Ne Time Outdoors Guide Service

Ne Time Outdoors Guide Service

Cozad, Nebraska

inshore
Cozad, Nebraska
$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's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Flathead Catfish

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Channel Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

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.

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Species Regulations

Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

There are no statewide length limits for flathead catfish.

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.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may not be returned alive to the water after being caught on certain waters. Check the current Nebraska Fishing Guide for details.

Channel Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

There are no statewide length or daily bag limits for channel catfish.

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