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Stapleton, NE Fishing Trip — August

Your Stapleton, NE Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 81°F / Low 63°F2" rain · 9 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in August

Flathead CatfishGood
Flathead Catfish
Various
Hybrid Striped BassGood
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various
White BassGood
White Bass
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Stapleton

81°F
Avg High
63°F
Avg Low
2"
Rainfall
9
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

3 Guides Near Stapleton

No guides are based in Stapleton, 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
Fish The Plains

Fish The Plains

5(1)Top Rated

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

Largemouth Bass

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

Flathead Catfish

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

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
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.

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.

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

No specific regulations beyond general statewide rules.

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.

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