Johnston and Thompson Reservoir

Johnston and Thompson Reservoir is a lake in Nuckolls County, Nebraska with 9 acres and about 36 acre-feet of storage.

The useful clues on Johnston and Thompson Reservoir are weeds, windblown banks and clean holes in otherwise shallow water.

Fish and Baits at Johnston and Thompson Reservoir

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

How the Seasons Change Johnston and Thompson Reservoir

As Johnston and Thompson Reservoir warms in spring, check shallow cover and the first drop leading away from it. Summer fishing on Johnston and Thompson Reservoir 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 Johnston and Thompson Reservoir.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Johnston and Thompson Reservoir

Make the first trip to Johnston and Thompson 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.