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Harper Reservoir

Harper Reservoir is a reservoir in Nebraska, near Lincoln County.

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Harper Reservoir is a reservoir in Lincoln County, Nebraska with 11 acres and about 44 acre-feet of storage.

Keep the first pass around Harper Reservoir simple and let the first two bites show whether fish are shallow, near cover or off the bank.

Fish and Baits at Harper Reservoir

A dependable current fish list is not included for Harper Reservoir, so it is better to confirm the fish that are there before buying bait for one species.

How the Seasons Change Harper Reservoir

As Harper Reservoir warms in spring, check shallow cover and the first drop leading away from it. During summer at Harper Reservoir, fish early around shallow cover, then back out toward the creek path or a nearby drop. In fall, follow cooling water and moving bait toward points, green weeds and wind-hit banks at Harper Reservoir.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Harper Reservoir

Make the first trip to Harper Reservoir 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.

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