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Hayes Center, NE Fishing Trip — May

Your Hayes Center, NE Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 70°F / Low 50°F3" rain · 8 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

Flathead CatfishExcellent
Flathead Catfish
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
White BassExcellent
White Bass
Various

May Weather in Hayes Center

70°F
Avg High
50°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
8
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Near Hayes Center

No guides are based in Hayes Center, but these guides operate nearby.

Steve Lytle Fishing Guide - Steve Lytle Fishing Guide
Steve Lytle Fishing Guide

Steve Lytle Fishing Guide

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McCook, Nebraska
Fish The Plains - Fish The Plains
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Fish The Plains

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Fish the Plains with fishing guide, Chad Richardson. Book your Lake McConaughy fishing trip by calling (308) 289-6499.

freshwater
Ogallala, Nebraska
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

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

Crappie

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

White Bass

Various
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 freshwater / inshore Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear
  • 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

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.

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

Some waters may have specific length limits.

White Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

No specific regulations beyond general statewide rules.

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