Calamus Reservoir

, Nebraska

Calamus Reservoir is a 5,123-acre lake at Calamus State Recreation Area near Burwell, Nebraska. Game and Parks lists walleye, white bass, wipers, catfish, muskie, northern pike and crappie.

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Surface area5,123 acres

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Shoreline—

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Walleye●●●○○

Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.

White Bass●●○○○

Schools chasing shad in open water, and spring river runs.

Wiper●●○○○

Hybrid striped bass. Chase surface-feeding schools and points with wind.

Channel Catfish●●○○○

Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.

Northern Pike●●○○○

Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.

Muskellunge●○○○○

Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.

Crappie●●○○○

Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.

Boat launches

5 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Buckshot BayRamp
Most protected ramp on the lake, with a rock jetty.Directions ↗
Homestead KnollsRamp
Ramp with two launching docks.Directions ↗
Valley View Flat and Nunda ShoalRamp
Ramps; lake has five ramps and four docks in all.Directions ↗
Hannaman BayouRamp
Kayak/canoe launch, best at full pool.Directions ↗
More public accessPublic
See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Calamus Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

Buckshot Bay is the best-protected ramp in windy weather.
A park entry permit is required.
Swimming is not allowed within 50 yards of ramps and docks.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.