Lincoln, NE Fishing Trip — May
Your Lincoln, NE Fishing Trip
May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 74°F / Low 54°F3.3" rain · 10 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
What’s Biting in May
ExcellentHybrid Striped Bass
Various
ExcellentLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
ExcellentCarp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
ExcellentBlue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
May Weather in Lincoln
74°F
Avg High
54°F
Avg Low
3.3"
Rainfall
10
Rainy Days
Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.
No Guides Found
We couldn't find guides near Lincoln.
Browse all Nebraska guides$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
Nebraska Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$33
Non-Resident$73
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Habitat stamp included. Covers all state waters.
Species Regulations
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.
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.
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.