Coot Shallows WMA

Coot Shallows WMA is a lake in Buffalo County, Nebraska with 12 acres.

At Coot Shallows WMA, begin with weed edges, firm-bottom spots and any small change in depth.

Fish and Baits at Coot Shallows WMA

Fish listed for Coot Shallows WMA include Bluegill, Channel Catfish, and Largemouth Bass.

Bass

For largemouth bass at Coot Shallows WMA, try a plastic worm, jig or spinnerbait around weeds, wood and quiet points.

Crappie, Sunfish and Perch

For bluegill at Coot Shallows WMA, try a worm, tiny jig or cricket near weeds and shallow cover.

Catfish and Carp

For channel catfish at Coot Shallows WMA, try cut bait, a nightcrawler or prepared bait on flats and channel edges.

How the Seasons Change Coot Shallows WMA

Spring on Coot Shallows WMA usually starts near the warmest protected bank, shallow wood or the first green weeds. Summer fishing on Coot Shallows WMA is often best along healthy weeds, clean pockets and the windblown side before the water gets too dirty. In fall, follow cooling water and moving bait toward points, green weeds and wind-hit banks at Coot Shallows WMA.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Coot Shallows WMA

Make the first trip to Coot Shallows WMA easy to read by fishing one shallow spot, one nearby drop and one piece of cover, then return to the type of water that gives the first solid bite.