Best fishing near Paxton

9 fishing spots · 9 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Paxton, Nebraska — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 9 of 9 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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East Sutherland Lake
#1 East Sutherland Lake
18.1 mi away
The East Sutherland Lake is located in the Sandhills of Nebraska and offers a great fishing experience for anglers. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including…
Why 88: resort size & terrain
88Elite
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North Platte I-80 City Lake
#2 North Platte I-80 City Lake
33.5 mi away
The North Platte I-80 City Lake Fishing Area is located in western Nebraska, USA. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, bluegill, channel catfish, and largemouth bass. Nearby…
Why 88: resort size & terrain
88Elite
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West Hershey WMA
#3 West Hershey WMA
20.1 mi away
The West Hershey WMA fishing area in Nebraska offers anglers the opportunity to catch a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and channel catfish…
Why 75: resort size & terrain
75Top-rated
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Sutherland Cooling Pond
#4 Sutherland Cooling Pond
15.6 mi away
The Sutherland Cooling Pond fishing area in Nebraska, USA is a popular spot for anglers. Fish species include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and catfish. Nearby activities…
Why 63: resort size & terrain
63Solid
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Birdwood Lake
#5 Birdwood Lake
26.3 mi away
Birdwood Lake is located in the southern part of Nebraska and is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including largemouth…
Why 63: resort size & terrain
63Solid
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North Platte River (North River WMA)
#6 North Platte River (North River WMA)
20.6 mi away
The North Platte River is a popular fishing spot in Nebraska’s North River Wildlife Management Area. The area is known for its diverse fish species, including rainbow trout, brown…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Humphrey Pond
#7 Humphrey Pond Fair
16.6 mi away
· Rising fast · likely muddy· Blown out · high & rising· Mostly Cloudy · 52°F · 5 mph wind
Humphrey Pond is a small, picturesque fishing spot in Nebraska that offers ample opportunities for anglers. The pond is best known for its variety of fish species, including…
Why 46: live conditions (fair)
46Rated
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Fremont Slough
#8 Fremont Slough
38.7 mi away
The Fremont Slough Fishing Area is located in eastern Nebraska, USA. This area is known for its great fishing opportunities, particularly for largemouth bass, bluegill, and…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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East Hershey Lake
#9 East Hershey Lake
24.6 mi away
The East Hershey Lake fishing area in Nebraska offers a great selection of fish species such as bluegill, catfish, and crappie. The nearby activities include hiking, camping, and…
Why 38: resort size & terrain
38Rated

Fishing near Paxton

The Paxton area has 9 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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