Schmidt Reservoir

Schmidt Reservoir in Saunders County is a reservoir in Nebraska with 5 acres and about 45 acre-feet of storage.

Keep the first pass around Saunders County's Schmidt Reservoir simple and let the first two bites show whether fish are shallow, near cover or off the bank.

Fish and Baits at Schmidt Reservoir

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

How the Seasons Change Schmidt Reservoir

As Saunders County's Schmidt Reservoir warms in spring, check shallow cover and the first drop leading away from it. During summer at Saunders County's Schmidt 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 Saunders County's Schmidt Reservoir.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Schmidt Reservoir

Make the first trip to Saunders County's Schmidt 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.