CHAPPELL LAKE

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

Chappell Lake is a popular fishing destination in Nebraska, offering a variety of fish species including largemouth bass, bluegill, channel catfish, and walleye. Nearby activities include hiking, biking, and camping at the nearby Wagon Train State Recreation Area. Fishing tips include using live bait and fishing around submerged structures. The best time of year to visit is from April to June when the weather is mild and the fish are active. Average temperatures during this time range from 40-70°F.

Featured Fish - Blue Catfish

The blue catfish is considered an excellent food and game fish. It prefers clean, swift-moving waters where it feeds primarily on fish and crayfish. It is a strong, well-toned fish with a fine, delicate flavor. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The blue catfish, the channel catfish, and the white catfish are the only three catfishes in the U.S.A. that have distinctly forked tails, setting them apart from the bullheads and the flathead catfish, which have squarish or slightly emarginate tails. The blue catfish can be distinguished from the channel and white catfish by its noticeably longer anal fin, which has a more even depth and a straighter edge than in the other two species. There are 30-36 rays in the fin, versus 24-30 rays in the channel catfish and 19-23 rays in the white catfish. Internally, the blue catfish can be identified by the fact that it has three chambers in the swim bladder, whereas the channel catfish has two chambers. All three forked tail species may be almost uniformly pale blue or silvery in color, though white catfish may show a more distinct difference between the bluish black and white belly. Channel catfish frequently have spots.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Fish Species
  • Image Alt Largemouth Bass


  • Image Alt Bluegill


  • Image Alt Channel Catfish


  • Image Alt Black Crappie


  • Image Alt Yellow Perch


WEATHER TODAY

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Humidity

Hourly Forecast
Next 5 Days

Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

-999

Cubic Feet Per Second

6

Cubic Feet Per Second

46

Cubic Feet Per Second

18

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area

Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area

Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area is located in the northwest corner of the state of Nebraska, not South Dakota. Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for a variety of activities. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing. The reservoir is home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, catfish, and crappie. One of the main attractions of Box Butte Reservoir State Recreation Area is the beautiful scenery and wildlife. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including bald eagles, pelicans, and great blue herons. ...