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Burchard Lake

Burchard Lake is a reservoir in Nebraska, near Pawnee County.

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Fish species in Burchard Lake

Burchard is a fishing lake in a wildlife area, rather than a busy beach-and-marina destination. The no-wake water, accessible pier and mapped cover make it worth a look for a quieter trip. [1]

Use the habitat map

The official map marks a boat ramp, accessible pier and bank access points. It also shows brush piles, rock piles and gravel shoals. Pick one or two features you can reach and fish them properly. The marks tell you where cover was placed; they do not promise a fish on every cast. [1]

Bass and other fish

The state guide lists largemouth, bluegill, crappie, channel catfish, walleye and yellow perch. Black bass have a 21-inch minimum, and the lake is no-wake. Check the current limits before keeping bass. [2]

Check seasonal access

During the fall-to-mid-January sanctuary period, the fishing guide restricts anglers to the shoreline or ice. Check the exact dates before launching. Primitive camping is listed. Go expecting a fishing and wildlife outing, not a developed resort. [2]

Sources for this lake guide

  1. Nebraska Game and Parks: Burchard contour and habitat map
  2. Nebraska public-water guide: Burchard WMA
Check the evidence

Sources and what they establish

Source dates describe the evidence, not a live catch forecast. Check the managing authority before planning access or keeping fish.

  • Black Crappie — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Bluegill — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Channel Catfish — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Largemouth Bass — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks 2026 Fishing Forecast

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Walleye — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

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    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • White Crappie — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

  • Yellow Perch — supporting source

    Nebraska Game and Parks public fishing locations

    The linked source supports this fish’s presence or stocking in this water.

    Source checked:

    This is not a record catch or a measure of how many fish are there today. The source may describe an earlier period.

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