Species population information: Lake Tomah supports an impressive largemouth bass population. Of interest: The lake contains sinkholes that have resulted in the complete dewatering of the lake several times in the 1970s and 1980s. The daily bag limit is 5. The refuge encompasses one of the largest blocks of floodplain habitat in the lower 48 states and covers just over 240,000 acres which extends 261 river miles from the Chippewa River in Wisconsin to near Rock Island, Illinois. Species population information: Big Green Lake is home to one of the few unique inland lake trout populations in the state. Adult saugers were 6 to 17 inches with the largest measuring 17.5 inches and CPUE was 50 adult saugers per hour. Current regulation: Walleye are managed with a 15-inch minimum length limit, with a protected slot limit of 20-24 inches, and only 1 fish over 24 inches is allowed. They ranged from 30.4 to 48.4 inches and the average length was 39.4 inches. Access information: Bear Lake has one public ramp on the Northeast side of the lake at the end of South Ford Road with roadside parking. Species population information: An average length of 9 inches. Species population information: The walleye population in Lake Eau Claire, located in eastern Eau Claire County, continues to impress according to recent fisheries survey data. PSD for walleye (15 inches for quality size) increased from 97 to 99. The number of Chinook stocked by the DNR increased from 810,000 in 2019 to 1.2 million annually from 2020-2022. Our catch rates of 43 basses 8 inches per hour or 21 per mile suggest that population abundance has moderated somewhat since 2012 when late spring electrofishing captured 48 bass per hour and 33 per mile. Most largemouth bass in Big Sand Lake is under 14, but some larger bass can still be found. These regulations are aimed at providing a variety of trout angling opportunities and the DNR the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of various trout regulations. Current regulation: The muskellunge regulations are a 40-inch minimum length limit and a daily bag limit of 1. Access information: Consolidated Water and Power Company Old Highway 51 Landing; DuBay Portage County Park (Landing and shore access); Tiki Beach Bar & Grill (Fee to launch, once called Antlers Landing); DuBay Drive Landing; Unimproved landing at intersection of Highway DB and Highway C (Shore access); Hosta Road Landing; Consolidated Water and Power Company Seagull Landing; W.V.I.C Big Eau Pleine Dam Landing (Landing and shore access); Consolidated Water and Power Company Beans Eddy Access; Chucks Landing in Mosinee (Landing and shore access); Highway 34 and Train Trestle Bridges shore access; Sandy Creek Road shore access; Highway E shore access; Bird Lane shore access. Species population information: The Crawfish River from River Bend Resort just south of Hubbleton downstream to Milford was sampled for channel and flathead catfish during the summer of 2022. "Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance: A Bass Bully has all the ingredients of top bass flies. Check out this webpage for details: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/. Many partner agencies (federal, county, tribal) have been working to identify and replace poor culverts in streams connected to Green Bay. Of interest: One of the largest springs in the area enters this stream near its headwaters and is protected by a DNR streambank easement. The Parker Lake Association works with the DNR to improve the fishery's habitat through these actions and protect water quality and a healthy diverse aquatic plant community. Marion Millpond provides a high-action/opportunity pike fishery with the chance to land a large trophy-sized fish. Current regulation: The Onion River upstream from CTH E, including Mill Creek and Ben Nutt Creek, is currently managed with special regulations: 12-inch minimum length limit, 2 fish bag limit, and only artificial lures may be used. The 26-inch minimum length limit exists because that is the length at which most steelhead have spawned at least once in their natural environment. Considering the out-of-the-way location of these lakes, the light fishing pressure they receive and anglers far-reaching reluctance to catch and keep muskies, the angling harvest would not help to reduce the musky abundance and improve their size distribution. Current regulation: US HWY 14 bridge in Mazomanie upstream to South Valley Road, 1 trout over 18 inches, rest of classified trout water upstream of South Valley Road is an 8-inch minimum length limit and three trout total daily bag limit. A total of 40,145 lake trout were harvested in 2021 lake-wide, which was 35 percent over the ten-year average harvest and the highest harvest on record since 2001. Of interest: This stream has the highest density of adult brook trout of any stream in the area despite no prior history of stocking or habitat improvement projects. Of interest: The East Fork of the Iron River in Bayfield County supports naturally reproducing brown and brook trout populations in class I trout water. Continuing the trend from the past few seasons, Lake Superior charter captains and clientele fished more hours in 2022 than any year in the past several decades in the Apostle Islands (WI-2). The Brill River has the potential to produce trophy Brown Trout with the largest fish observed during the 2022 survey being 22.1 inches. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources | Site requirements | Accessibility | Legal | Privacy | Employee resources, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Of interest: A variety of angling regulations are in place in the Coon Creek Watershed. We captured two muskies 50 inches or larger: a 50-inch, 30-pounder, and a 50.2-inch, 31-pounder. Fresh Milwaukee Fishing Reports Fishing Seasons & Latest Fishing Photos and Videos April The Milwaukee Harbor area holds the best Brown Trout around. Only juveniles 15 years of age and younger and certain disabled anglers may fish. Whether you are fishing from a boat or shore on Lake Michigan or fishing in the tributaries during the fall spawning runs, you have the opportunity to catch one of the hardest-fighting fish in the state! It was a great year in 2022 for coho, producing both quality numbers and size. Access information: The river has over 20 access points with parking areas and footpaths between U.S. Highway 2 and Lake Superior. Milwaukee Co. Although not abundant, anglers have the opportunity to hook into one of these large toothy critters both in the lake and downstream on the La Crosse River. Bluegill, black crappie, and walleye are also common in Lake Nebagamon offering anglers the opportunity for a multi-species outing. Overall, the current adult stock of Winnebago system walleye should provide good angling opportunities and the two most recent walleye hatches are a prosperous indication for years to come. Species population information: Long Lake walleye ranged from 11.7 to 30.0 inches. The substantial yellow perch year class of 2020 likely contributes to these recent strong adults catch rates. The run tapered in late September, as is typical for the river. Pumpkinseeds were sampled at a decent 26/mile and varied between 4 and 8 inches. 38 degree water!! Only one percent of muskies in Mason and Evergreen lakes grew to 38 inches or longer, and only one 44-inch musky attained legal size. Current regulation: 40-inch minimum length, the daily bag limit of 1. If you harvest a steelhead that is missing its adipose fin, please visit https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Fishing/questions/missingfin.html to learn more about the program and find DNR or cooperating business drop-off locations for steelhead snouts. However, brown trout were caught up to 17 inches in the 2022 survey. Brown trout abundance during 2021 surveys resulted in 1,900-3,800 fish per mile with 1,600-3,000 of those fish being adult fish, which is in the 95th percentile for Class I brown trout streams throughout the state. There were 119 brown trout per mile larger than 12 inches with fish easily reaching over 15 inches. Current regulation: Three walleyes greater than 15 inches, individuals 20-24 inches must be released and only 1 walleye over 24 inches is allowed. Species population information: A 2022 spring electrofishing survey was completed for bluegill and largemouth bass to evaluate a special panfish regulation. The 2021 sport angler effort for open water (all species) was also very high, at 1.3 million angler hours, and was the highest effort recorded during open water creel in over 30 years. Fly and Gear ordering and delivery: . Justin Haglund, Fisheries Biologist, Dodgeville. Current regulation: Panfish populations in Lower Turtle Lake are managed with a 25-fish daily bag limit and no minimum length limit. Access information: There is a boat launch located on the south end of the lake off-of Lake Six Road. Richard Baker. Smallmouth Bass with a Zoom Fat Albert Curly Tail, Smallmouth Bass with a Berkley Gulp! Access information: There are two public boat landings on Wapogasset Lake off Sunrise Beach Dr. and 130th St. at Garfield Park and one boat access location on Bear Trap Lake off S. Shore Ct. Smaller fish are plentiful. Nearly 30 percent of bass 8 inches were legal-size fish at least 14 inches. Relative abundance is considered very high (>90th percentile) compared to other lakes like Parker Lake. Of interest: Annual fall electrofishing surveys in 2013-2022 show very low rates of natural recruitment to Pulaski Lakes walleye population with only two barely detectable year classes produced in the last decade. If anglers dont mind sharing the water with lots of other anglers and recreators of all types, Monona is worth a stop on your milk run for musky fishing. Current regulation: The lake trout season on Lake Michigan and tributaries are open year-round with a daily bag limit of 5 in total with other trout and salmon and a minimum length of 10 inches. The largest sample stretched to 33.4 inches. Results from this survey indicate anglers should have a good opportunity for decent numbers of quality fish. Access information: Many great shore fishing locations and boat accesses can be found throughout Green Bay and its tributaries. Fishing dock. Paul Piszczek, Fisheries Biologist, Superior. Five fish daily bag limit (total trout and salmon). Those inputs included harvest, effort, and age composition from commercial and sport fisheries and YOY data from trawling surveys. Let's face it, there's a lot we can learn and share from one another like what bait or lure is generating the best results. Species population information: Spring 2022 survey results demonstrated a developing panfish fishery that should provide you with opportunities for a nice fish fry. Jeff Scheirer, Fisheries Biologist, Park Falls. The average length of a lake trout caught by anglers was 25 inches. Of interest: Both the DNR and private clubs stock walleyes into Long Lake. More good news is that the trawling surveys indicated that 2022 produced a strong year class with a relative abundance of YOY yellow perch estimated at 660/hour. Species population information: Lake Neshonoc is a 606-acre impoundment of the La Crosse River in the town of West Salem, WI. The size structure of the northern pike population was similar to the sizes of pike caught by anglers who had reported their catch on creel survey cards gathered by the Parker Lake Association from 2016-2019. Of course, trophy opportunities are also possible out there in the big lake, as many large females move out to the lake proper after spawning in the tributaries in spring. Current regulation: Open all year. LCO has produced not one but two world-record muskies and has also produced some of the largest muskies to ever appear in DNR surveys. The following lakes are stocked annually with domestic-strain trout. Nate Nye, Fisheries Biologist, Poynette. As part of the survey, fisheries staff also loop-tagged lake trout to evaluate exploitation, growth and fish movement. Joseph Gerbyshak, Fisheries Biologist, Eau Claire. Lake size: 334 acres (Grass Lake 90; Pine Lake 217; Round Lake 27). FISHING REPORTS Milwaukee River (Grafton) Ozaukee County, Wisconsin Wisconsin drives SEE OFFERS THE 2022 COLORADO Share this page: Today's Fishing Forecast Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 12-2 PM. Species population information: Average length was 14 inches with a maximum length of 23 inches. Access information: There are numerous points of access to the Chippewa Flowage, including state boat ramps off of County Hwy CC and County Hwy B. First-come, first-served designated island campsites are also available and offer a unique wilderness-like experience. The shallow nature of Big Muskego Lake and abundant aquatic plants attract anglers that prefer canoeing or kayaking in a wild and secluded setting hosted by abundant waterfowl. Plan your next fishing trip knowing you'll arrive without any surprisesor discover some new fishing destinations in your area. Lots of research is currently ongoing to help preserve this successful and sustainable fishery for years to come. Public Boat Landings can be found at https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/, Dray Carl, Fisheries Biologist, Bayfield. Species population information: A total of 338 northern pikes were captured in a spring 2022 fyke netting survey for a catch rate of 16.9 northern pikes per net night. Relative abundance of 8 inches and larger was 21 fish per mile, which is greater than what we observed in 2015 (4 per mile). Current regulation: The panfish regulation differs from the statewide standard of 25 per day and only allows a daily bag limit of 10. Species population information: A 2022 summer electrofishing survey at five sampling stations throughout the 16-mile section produced moderate catch rates of 305 brown trout per mile and 255 brook trout per mile with decent size structures of brown trout up to 16 inches and brook trout up to 10 inches. Brook Trout's size varied between 2 and 10 inches. Species population Information: Black Earth Creek in Dane County contains a healthy Brown Trout population for anglers to target.The entire river from the headwaters east of Cross Plains to the HWY 14 bridge in Mazomanie is classified as class 1 trout water. There are numerous boat access locations along the shores of Green Bay. No minimum length limit. The daily bag limit is 25 fish in total, with no minimum length limit on any panfish species. Have no fear. Tichigan Creek, a class III trout stream, runs through the southern part of the property, providing fishing opportunities. Species population information: 2021-22 fyke netting for a two-year muskellunge adult population estimate revealed a quality population with fish over 50 inches present. Consult the DNRs lake page for more lake and launch information. If fishing with people who have other vehicles and have time for a longer day of fishing, try shuttling by leaving a vehicle at one access point, then fishing downstream or upstream to the other access point where the other vehicle is parked. Species population information: In early October 2022, a DNR electrofishing crew collected a total of 242 adult walleye and 117 adult sauger by electrofishing at night in the near-shore areas around wing dams in Mississippi River Pool 9, near Genoa, WI. Most access is provided by DNR streambank easements purchased from private landowners by the DNR. Bluegill ranged from 2.7-9.4 inches with an average length of 7.1 inches. West of Bark Point (WI-1): bag limit of 3; East of Bark Point (WI-2): bag limit of 2. These two streams averaged more than 1,900 catchable brown trout per mile and more than 80, 12-inch and longer brown trout per mile. A coded wire tag study is also underway to evaluate natural reproduction and growth. The length of fish captured in the 2022 trawl survey ranged from 4 to 12 inches with an average length of 7.1 inches. Our team continues to tag thousands of lake trout each year during assessments. The daily limit is 5. In our spring 2022 fyke netting survey we captured 383 muskies in both lakes combined. Access information: Five public access ramps with ample parking around the lake provide easy access. A walleye population estimate was conducted in the spring of 2022, and it was calculated that there were 4.3 adult walleye per acre. The estimate for walleye in the legal size range was right around 20,000. Oh, nice pike! Thats a phrase our crew said many times during our 2022 spring fisheries survey. Four-channel catfish that was Floy tagged in 2016 were recaptured in 2022 with an average increase of 5.5 inches. The property can be found approximately 4 miles northwest of the village of Waterford and can be accessed off Marsh Road, Bridge Drive, North Lake Drive, Highway 83, and Tichigan Road. The run began in early July, and most fish passed from late July through late August. Species population information: 2022 fall electrofishing surveys showed a healthy bluegill fishery. Of interest: Since 1989, muskellunge have been the focal species stocked into Lake DuBay in a collaborative effort by the Wisconsin DNR and local Musky Fishing Clubs to create a quality muskellunge fishery on the Wisconsin River in Central Wisconsin. Access information: Anglers can troll for browns in the spring and summer months. The proceeds have helped fund the construction and installation of 60 fish cribs over the last decade. Species population information: Big Green Lake currently supports a low-density muskellunge population that provides trophy (>50 inches) fishing opportunities for anglers. Anglers from Kenosha to Sheboygan reported high catches of lake trout, accounting for 87 percent of the total lake trout harvest for Wisconsin in Lake Michigan for 2021. Yearling trout are stocked in the spring and large fingerling trout are stocked in the fall. Parking lots can be found at Millis Road and CTH P. Of interest: Covering more than 22,000 acres of forested glacial hills, kettle lakes and prairies, the Southern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest is interlaced with more than 100 miles of mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking and nature trails. Access information: This exceptional cold-water resource can be accessed at road crossings on Airport Road and Sorenson Road in the lower section where there are wide sweeping bends and deep corner pools. Lake Michigan is the only one of the Great Lakes wholly within the borders of the United States; the others are shared with Canada. No minimum length limit. Species population information: Novice musky anglers being introduced to the sport and seasoned musky anglers needing a break from their trophy pursuits should enjoy fast-fishing action in these remote and scenic lakes within the Flambeau River State Forest. Current regulation in Pools 9-12: The Mississippi River is open year-round for walleye and sauger. Of interest: As part of the survey, fisheries staff floy tagged 600 bluegills to evaluate exploitation, growth and fish movement. - Laura Schmidt, Fisheries biologist, Milwaukee. Unless fall electrofishing captures more than 25 fingerlings per mile to indicate satisfactory natural recruitment, walleye stocking will continue while the broad-scale evaluations of bass-walleye interactions and the Wisconsin Walleye Stocking Initiative are completed. The black crappie is also plentiful with an average length of 10.2 inches, 70 percent caught were 10 inches or larger, and the largest was 14.2 inches. CHINOOK SALMONChinook salmon (commonly referred to as king salmon) are among the largest and most popular salmonid targeted by Lake Michigan anglers. This website may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission. Species caught included largemouth bass (young-of-year and adult), yellow perch, pumpkinseed, bluegill, yellow and black bullhead, and golden shiners. Since 2010, 1,136 large fingerlings (average length of 7 inches) and 25,533 small fingerlings (average length of 2 inches) walleyes have been stocked into Long Lake. County parks provide access all along the river. The daily bag limit is 5. 63% of the fish measured during the 2022 survey were over 14 inches with the largest being 21.7 inches. River segment length: 1.5 miles of Class III brook trout waters. Open year-round no length limit, three trout per day, one bass or northern pike per day, and 10 panfish (bluegill, sunfish, crappie, perch, bullhead) per day. Much of the best coho fishing occurs in June and early July. Species population information: During a 2022 spring electrofishing survey, the observed length range was 8.2 to 21.6 inches with an average length of 16.0 inches. All signs point to great trout fishing in the Coon Creek Watershed in 2023. Panfish have a daily bag limit of 15, but only 5 of any one species can be kept. However, new survey results should get anglers excited about revisiting the lake or getting to know The Chip for the first time. The Winnebago system supports a naturally sustaining walleye population that provides excellent angling opportunities. The walleye fishery in the Western Arm of Lake Superior is almost fully supported by natural reproduction from the St. Louis River. Whereas in 2015, 44 percent of bluegills were 6 inches and larger and 7 percent were 8 inches or larger. Additionally, in 2014, the DNR formed a partnership with the Michigan DNR in which the Michigan DNR collects eggs and milt from adult muskies in Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River and transfers these fish as small fingerlings to the DNR. Open year-round no length limit, three trout per day, one bass or northern pike per day, and 10 panfish (bluegill, sunfish, crappie, perch, bullhead) per day. Species population information: A total of 847 black crappies were captured in a spring 2022 fyke netting survey for a catch rate of 56.5 black crappies per net night. See the following websites for detailed information: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/. Minimum length: 15 inches. Milwaukee River Fishing report 04/05/23 at bottom of page. Okauchee Lake has a diverse fishery including muskellunge, northern pike, walleye, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and sunfish. 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