Smithfield, NE Fishing Trip — January
Your Smithfield, NE Fishing Trip
January2 peopleFamily Trip
What’s Biting in January
FairHybrid Striped Bass
Various
FairLargemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
FairFlathead Catfish
Various
2 Guides Near Smithfield
No guides are based in Smithfield, 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's Biting By Month
Peak
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.
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.
Flathead Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit
There are no statewide length limits for flathead catfish.