Daily Wisconsin Fishing Reports (April 2023) Home United States Wisconsin Fresh Wisconsin Fishing Reports Top Wisconsin destinations Kenosha Tomorrow: 67 / 58 F Port Washington 38 fishing charters Milwaukee 53 fishing charters Sheboygan 27 fishing charters Algoma Tomorrow: 38 / 34 F Sturgeon Bay Tomorrow: 38 / 34 F Green Bay Tomorrow: The spring peak occurred during the first week of May, which was slightly later than typical, mainly due to the prolonged winter conditions. Hit the River in November for some smallmouth action ran into some pike. Species population Information: Cox Hollow Lake in Iowa County contains an excellent bluegill fishery. Access information: Smith Lake can be accessed from the park on the southeast corner of the lake off Hwy T, which features a public boat launch. Panfish have a daily bag limit of 15, but only 5 of any one species can be kept. Surveyed bluegill topped out at just under nine inches. Since 1856. A state park sticker or a daily pass is required, and one public boat launch is available. Access information: Anglers can access the Brill River from the stream crossings at 29th Avenue, County Highway V, 27 Avenue and 26th Avenue. Access information: Check the DNR website for access locations. Milwaukee River at Kern Park, Milwaukee - 3.9 mi., 10 Species population information: Anglers recorded the second-highest lake whitefish harvest ever measured out of Wisconsin waters of Lake Superior in 2022, and lake whitefish was the second-most harvested species (following Lake Trout). Musky in the 30 to 35-inch range were most common in the survey, and because of a tagging study we know these fish were just 5 years old in 2022. Have no fear. 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. Only three walleye may be kept from Pulaski Lake, and they must be at least 18 inches. Skamania steelhead runs from late summer through fall, Chambers Creek steelhead run from late fall through spring and Ganaraska steelhead runs in the spring. Contacts. Fish captured ranged from 20.1-49.3 inches with an average length of 36.8 inches, which is above the 95th percentile for similar complex riverine systems in Wisconsin. Katie Renschen, Fisheries Technician, Florence. The Antigo Chapter of Trout Unlimited periodically stocks trout for the kids to enjoy. Species population information: During a 2021-2022 survey, Big Moon Lake had an adult muskellunge population of 0.53 adults/acre with an average length of 35.4 inches. Ice conditions on Lake Superior are often variable and can change in the blink of an eye. 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. Get in Touch with 3 Principals* Brian Bathgate. Wisconsin waters of Lake Superior support the most productive fisheries in the entire lake. - Laura Schmidt, Fisheries biologist, Milwaukee. 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! Justin Haglund, Fisheries Biologist, Dodgeville. Brown trout collected during this survey measured 9.6 inches on average, with the largest fish measuring 17.7 inches. Current regulation: 8-inch minimum length limit, 3 fish daily bag limit. Of interest: Whitewater Lake was created in 1947 by damming the outlet of three smaller, existing lakes: Bass Lake, Kettle or Round Lake, and Whitewater Lake. Bluff Creek is entirely encompassed by Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit and Bluff Creek State Natural Area. 76 percent of the fish measured were at least 6 inches. Current regulation: Three walleye may be kept and they must be between 15-20 inches, except one may be over 24 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. Low and slow is the name of the game as the water is still chilly. The Brill River has a respectable brown trout population with a good size structure. Average weights of age-3 female Chinook have been relatively large during recent years (2016-2022), following small and variable weights from 2004-2015 (10.7 pounds in 2007 and 11.9 in 2012). Only electric trolling motors are permitted on Cox Hollow Lake. Bluegill's average length (4.3 in 2014 and 4.2 in 2022) and PSD (17 in 2014 and 15 in 2022) remained constant. never caught a big perch like this before. Currently, the fishery is largely comprised of Chambers Creek and Ganaraska steelhead, as the Skamania strain was discontinued in Wisconsin after 2008 due to fish health concerns but was reinstated on a limited scale in 2018-2019. This is above the statewide average, but the walleye fishery here flies under the radar as panfish are the primary target on Lake Eau Claire. A high-size-quality population with many fish over 40 inches is present in this naturally reproducing, unstocked fishery. Access information: The Woods Creek Fishery Area is an 80-acre parcel located off of Hwy 101 on Town Hall Road that gives excellent in-stream and shoreline access to over a 2,500 ft section of stream. Relative abundance is considered very high (>90th percentile) compared to other lakes like Parker Lake. Well return to estimate musky population density in both lakes from adults captured, marked and released in spring 2022 and recaptured in spring 2023 fyke netting surveys. Current regulation: Varies by waterbody, see the trout regulation pamphlet. The DNR boat launch is located just east of the Okauchee Lake dam on Road T, north of Wisconsin Avenue. An additional 538 fish were captured during spring electrofishing surveys. The increasing popularity of the shallow-water ice fishery and open-water whitefish jigging has resulted in a lot of angler effort targeting this species, and, therefore, higher levels of harvest. Of interest: The Parker Lake Association completed a fish sticks project in January 2016 on the DOT property that runs along State Rd 82. With decreased abundance, the size structure of Boot Lakes largemouth bass population has improved. Current Regulation: No minimum length limit and five-fish daily bag limit. Brook Trout's size varied between 2 and 10 inches. Of interest: In addition to trophy smallmouth bass potential, Pewaukee Lake also provides excellent largemouth bass, walleye, muskellunge, and panfishing opportunities. 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. CHINOOK SALMONChinook salmon (commonly referred to as king salmon) are among the largest and most popular salmonid targeted by Lake Michigan anglers. There is no minimum length limit for largemouth bass, but largemouth bass from 14 to 18 inches may not be kept, and only 1 fish over 18 inches is allowed. To evaluate the current population status, fisheries staff conducted an experimental fyke netting survey in the spring of 2022. These results suggest that Meder currently provides an opportunity for decent numbers of quality fish. Visitors have access to public lands or parks. Because of the high densities of brown trout, harvesting fish is highly encouraged! It has a maximum depth of 6 feet. Current regulation: There is no size limit for panfish and up to 25 individuals can be kept. Coho salmon are spawned at both the Root River Steelhead Facility (RRSF) in Racine and the C.D. . Laxey Creek contains over two miles of public access, thanks to the Iowa County Farm public property. Of interest: A variety of angling regulations are in place in the Coon Creek Watershed. Regner Park Pond - 2 acres. The average length was 5.8 inches with a maximum of 11.7 inches. Species population information: Elkhart Lake offers a solid smallmouth bass fishery for both numbers and sizes of fish. Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions | Orvis Orvis Fly Fishing Reports Our professional reports are updated weekly with stream and river flows, tides, recommended flies and equipment, and special fishing tips for the most important fly-fishing destinations in North America. Northern pike has no minimum length limit, but northern pike from 25 to 35 inches may not be kept. The City of West Bend also regularly stocks other species. 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. Current regulation: Daily bag limit of 3 trout over 8 inches. Anglers are encouraged to report tags and catch information by email: DNRFHWautomaFish@wisconsin.gov, phone: 920-787-5683, or mail: Wautoma DNR office (427 East Tower Drive, Suite 100, Wautoma WI 54982). Access information: Public access is plentiful on Rock Lake. The successful survival of these stocked fish has been documented with the increased catch rate and population estimate during the 2022 comprehensive survey. This was from the week of Oct 10th 2022 on the Milwaukee River.I got CATFISHED!!! Anglers should look forward to a high-quality perch fishery in 2023. Be aware of the ice holes if you are fishing in the lake in the winter. 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. Visitors have access to public lands Juneau Park Lagoon is a 14 acre waterway in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. The lake trout season may be closed early if the annual quota is reached before the regular season closure date. Public Boat Landings can be found at Boat and Shore Fishing Access, Dray Carl, Fisheries Biologist, Lake Superior. Current regulation: 5 daily bag limit with no minimum length limit. Current regulation: The muskellunge regulations are a 40-inch minimum length limit and a daily bag limit of 1. There is no minimum length limit, and the daily bag limit is 5 trout. Species population Information: Big Green Lake provides a variety of open water and ice-angling panfishing opportunities. Woods Creek as well as Wisconsin Creek also hosts a low-density brown trout population. SEE MORE sunrise tomorrow 4:19PM sunset tomorrow 5:28PM moon phase Waning Gibbous The mean length of fish was 12 inches and 25 percent of fish captured during the survey were larger than 14 inches. Copyright 2001-2023 Lake-Link Inc. All rights reserved. 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. We expect this year-class to fully recruit to the fishery in 2023 and provide anglers with numerous walleye between 16 and 20 inches. Species population information: CRAPPIE - 2022 spring netting surveys yielded a quality black crappie catch. Sunset, Deacon Mills and Dodge Memorial County Parks provide good shoreline angling opportunities. Current regulation: 40-inch minimum length, the daily bag limit of 1. 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. Species population information: A 2022 spring electrofishing survey was completed for bluegill and largemouth bass to evaluate a special panfish regulation. The 10-day hoop net survey documented 291 channel catfish and 78 flathead catfish. Anglers had hit-or-miss luck trolling . 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. Read Fishing Reports Weather for Milwaukee River. Jason Breeggemann, Fisheries Biologist, Green Bay. Species population information: A 2019 spring fyke-netting survey was completed for the northern pike. 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. Lake Wazee is located in the Lake Wazee Recreational Area a Jackson County Park. The exception was in the spring of 2020 when browns were stocked directly into tributaries or harbors due to Covid restrictions. Ninety-one percent of the channel catfish measured were over 16 inches. Ten-inch minimum length limit. Overall, 20 muskellunge were captured ranging from 29.4 to 50.5 inches with an average length of 38.3 inches. This included a 36-inch fish that weighed 23.6 pounds. Grouping largemouth bass of all sizes, the electrofishing capture rate of 22 basses per mile in Boot Lake ranked between the 25th and 50th percentile among lakes classified as having a simple fish community, a warm thermal regime, and clear water. Species population information: Walleye fishing in management unit WI-1 (Western Arm region) of Lake Superior was very productive in 2022, and we anticipate exceptional fishing in 2023. Current regulation: Daily bag of 3, minimum length limit of 18 inches. Long Lake is stocked with musky because natural reproduction is not at a level to sustain the musky population. Twelve YOY channel catfish were sampled in 6.4 miles for a catch rate of 1.88 per mile. Ongoing genetics research in Lake Superior will hopefully provide more information on the range of St. Louis River walleye seasonal migrations and to what extent they might contribute to other smaller spawning populations around the South Shore. Species population information: During a 2021 survey, Lower Turtle Lake had abundant black crappie and yellow perch populations with excellent size structures. The catch rate from the Tichigan Creek survey was 410 fish per mile which ranks it around the 90th percentile when compared with all other Class III brook trout waters statewide. The most recent comprehensive survey, completed in 2018, indicated an adult density of 1.2 fish/acre with an average length of 34.5 inches. A Mepps Spinner was the ticket for me on this trip to the Milwaukee River. Current regulation: 50-inch minimum length limit, 1 fish daily bag limit. A catch rate of 56.5 black crappies per net night ranks in the 96th percentile for lakes in Wisconsin, indicating high densities of black crappies can be found in Long Lake. 3 lb. Seventy-one percent of the channel catfish were between 16 and 20 inches, but channel catfish as long as 28 inches were captured. The size structure of walleye captured in 2022 was the best on record in Lake DuBay since 1983, with 26 percent of stock-sized fish being 15 inches, 7 percent being 20 inches and 2.4 percent being 25 inches. There are also two public fishing piers on the Chetek Chain, one is at Browns Landing on Prairie Lake and the other is on the south end of Pokegama Lake off CTH D. In addition to northern pike, the Chetek chain offers quality walleye and panfish fisheries. Since fishing in a current is very different than fishing in a lake,. 16.0 in. Current regulation: 50-inch minimum length limit, 1 fish daily bag limit. The Mid-Lake Reef Complex is a refuge for lake trout. Currently, Random Lake receives large fingerling musky stockings on an every-other-year basis at a rate of 0.5 fish/acre. The refuge is located in four states: Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois along the Mississippi River and was established in 1924 as a refuge for fish, wildlife and plants. Fall electrofishing surveys have revealed continued black crappie recruitment. Of interest: Due to extremely high densities of common carp, Lake Tomah was treated with Rotenone in 2009, killing the carp and limiting gamefish populations. Current regulation: Daily bag limit of 3, with a minimum length limit of 8 inches and no gear restrictions. Current regulation: The lake is managed with a 15-inch minimum length limit, no harvest from 20-24 inches, and only one walleye from an anglers 3 daily bag limit may be over 24 inches. Current regulation: Only two northern pike may be kept, and they must be at least 26 inches. During this survey, a total of 601 channel catfish and 12 flathead catfish were captured. Current regulation: Upstream of CTH I: 5 trout in total; all brook trout caught shall be immediately released; brown and rainbow trout no minimum length, artificial lures only. 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