Hugh Butler Lake
Hugh Butler Lake covers 1,628 acres at Red Willow Reservoir State Recreation Area near McCook, Nebraska. Listed fish include walleye, wipers, white bass, crappie and northern pike.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Wiper
White Bass
Crappie
Channel Catfish
Flathead Catfish
Northern Pike
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Spring Creek, Willow View and Red Willow areasPublicThree boat rampsDirections ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Hugh Butler Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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Search more bait shops near Hugh Butler Lake ↗Local tips
- Three ramp areas give access to different sections of the lake.
- Walleye and white bass are the main open-water targets.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.