Sherman Reservoir
A central Nebraska reservoir known for walleye, crappie and wipers.
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.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Wiper
Hybrid striped bass. Chase surface-feeding schools and points with wind.
White Bass
Schools chasing shad in open water, and spring river runs.
Boat launches
1 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- More public accessPublicSee the Nebraska Game & Parks or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Special rules for this lake, confirmed from official state regulations. Minimum size and daily limit.
| Species | Min size | Daily limit |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye Sauger/saugeye combined | 20-28 in protected slot (no harvest); two 15-20 in; one over 28 in | 3 / day |
Other species in this lake: look up the limits at Nebraska Game and Parks Commission ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Trade Winds MarinaNearby1187 Marina Rd, Loup City, NE 68853(308) 745-1187Directions ↗
Local tips
- It's one of Nebraska's better walleye lakes.
- Levels drop with irrigation in late summer.
- The dam area holds fish in spring.
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.