Wisconsin Fishing Regulations

Not legal advice. Compiled from official government summaries. Regulations change each year — always check the official source before relying.

General Rules (barbless hooks are the #1 cause of fines)

⚠ Total daily bag limit = max fish from all waters in one day; daily bag limit per waterbody also applies.
⚠ Opening day is traditionally the first Saturday in May.
⚠ Wisconsin has ~2000 special-regulation lakes - ALWAYS check the Special Regulations listed by county for the specific water.
⚠ Catch-and-release for bass is allowed at all other times of the year.
⚠ Species not listed have no open season (e.g., American eel, grass pickerel).
⚠ Paddlefish: no open season in Wisconsin.

Species Limits

Species	Limit	Size / Season
Largemouth & smallmouth bass	5 total	Min 14 in (northern smallmouth zone Jun 21 - Mar 1)
Walleye, sauger & hybrids	5 total	Min 15 in (check special regs)
Muskellunge (incl. hybrids)	1	Min 40 in
Northern pike	North of Hwy 10: 5; South of Hwy 10: 2	South zone min 26 in
Panfish (bluegill, pumpkinseed, sunfish, crappie, yellow perch)	25 total	No minimum
Catfish (channel, flathead)	10 (25 total catfish)	Winnebago system: only 1 flathead
Cisco (lake herring) & whitefish	10 total
Lake sturgeon	1 per season (tagged and registered)	Min 60 in (special seasons on Chippewa/Flambeau/Wisconsin rivers)
Shovelnose sturgeon	3
Rock, white, yellow bass & bullheads	No limit
Ruffe, white perch, gobies	0 (may kill 1 for DNR delivery)

Waterbody-Specific Rules

Amey Pond

Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”. Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept, except all bass between 14-18” must be released and only one may be longer than 18”.

Arrowhead Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Camelot Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Jordan Lake

Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept, except all bass between 14-18” must be released and only one may be longer than 18”.

Mason Lake

Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”. Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept, except all bass between 14-18” must be released and only one may be longer than 18”.

Parker Lake

Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept, except all bass between 14-18” must be released and only one may be longer than 18”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. Five northern pike may be kept, except pike between 25-35” may not be kept.

Sherwood Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Beaver Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Butternut Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

English Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Flambeau River, North Fork (from Upper Park Falls Flowage Dam in Price County upstream to the fish refuge below the Turtle-Flambeau Dam in Iron County)

Walleye 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Lake Superior

See the [Lake Superior regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Little Clam Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Potter Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Spider/Moquah Chain

Walleye must be at least 18”. Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Upper Park Falls Flowage

Walleye 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Bear Lake

Largemouth or smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”

Beaver Dam Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Chetek Chain of Lakes (Prairie, Chetek, Pokegama, Mud and Ten Mile Lakes)

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Dummy Lake, Big

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Dummy Lake, Little

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Horseshoe Lake (T34N R14W)

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Horseshoe Lake (T36N R14E)

Largemouth or smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Loon Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish may be over 14”.

Staples Lake

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Turtle Lake, Lower

Largemouth or smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Turtle Lake, Upper

Largemouth or smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Atkins Lake

Largemouth bass of any length may be kept. Only one smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Bladder Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Inch Lake

Artificial lures only. Fish may not be harvested (catch and release only).

Lake Owen

Largemouth bass of any length may be kept. Only one smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Sawdust Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Lake Superior (Bayfield Co.)

See the [Lake Superior regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Fox River

Upstream to the De Pere Dam is considered part of Lake Michigan. See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information). From the dam at De Pere upstream is considered inland water. The open season on muskellunge is May 24 to Dec. 31 and they must be at least 50”. From the De Pere Dam upstream, walleye, sauger and their hybrids of any length may be kept and there is a continuous open season. Below the De Pere Dam, a fish refuge season is in effect from March 1 until May 31.

Green Bay

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lilly Lake

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Manger Lagoon

Is an [urban fishing](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) water.

Tributary Streams to Green Bay

See the [tributary streams regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Chippewa River upstream from the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad Bridge (includes tributaries of the river from their mouths up to the first road or railroad bridge)

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Mississippi River

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Big McKenzie Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Dunham Lake

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Middle McKenzie Lake _

_** Walleye must be at least 18”.

Namekagon River

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

St. Croix River (including flowages)

Where the St. Croix River forms the boundary between Wisconsin and Minnesota, [boundary water regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) apply. Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Totagatic River

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Webb Lake

Is included in the [Southern Bass Management Zone](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lake Winnebago

[See the Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Dells Pond in Eau Claire County upstream to Chippewa Falls Flowage Dam

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Chippewa Falls Flowage Dam upstream to Lake Wissota Dam

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Lake Wissota upstream to Old Abe Flowage Dam in Jim Falls, including the Yellow River upstream to Svetlik Dam at Cadott

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”. Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Old Abe Flowage upstream to Cornell Flowage Dam

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Cornell Flowage upstream to Lake Holcombe Dam

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over24”.

Lake Holcombe upstream to the Arpin dam in Sawyer County, including the Flambeau river upstream to the Thornapple flowage dam in Rusk County

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Lake Holcombe including the Chippewa River upstream to the confluence with the Flambeau River, to the mouth of Main Creek, and to the mouth of the Jump River

Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Cornell Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Hodge Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Island Chain of Lakes (Chain, Clear, Island and McCann)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be over 18”.

Jump River (includes tributaries from their mouths upstream to the first dam or lake)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Pike Lake

Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish over 18” may be kept.

Round Lake

Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish over 18” may be kept.

Sand Lake

Walleye must be over 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Sherwood Lake (Clark Co.)

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Baraboo River

Columbia Lake

F The daily bag limit on catfish is 10. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Crawfish River (including impoundments and sloughs)

Fox River (downstream from the west highway crossing of Highway 33 at Portage)

Lazy Lake

F Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must F be at least 18”.

Long Lake

Park Lake (including the Fox River upstream to Highway 33)

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Mississippi River (Crawford Co.)

Is part of the Wisconsin-Iowa [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wisconsin River (including all sloughs, bayous, flowages, and tributaries upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

F The open season includes tributaries upstream to the first highway bridge. Only 10 catfish may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18” and sauger or hybrids must be at least 15” and the daily bag limit is three in total.

Lake Belleview

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Busseyville (Koshkonong) Creek downstream from County Highway B

F Walleye, sauger or hybrids must be at least 18”.

Fish Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Indian Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Lake Kegonsa (including Yahara River from Fish Camp up to Babcock Locks and Lower Mud Lake)

See the [statewide regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lake Koshkonong

F Walleye or sauger must be at least 18”.

Mud Lake (NW corner of Dane County, west of Fish Lake; S3&4,T9N,R7E)

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Beaver Dam Lake (including Beaver Creek, Mill Creek and all tributaries)

Walleye must be over 18”.

Beaver Dam River (downstream from the dam in the city of Beaver Dam)

Crawfish River

Lake Emily

Only two northern pike may be kept and pike from 25-35” must be released. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Lake Sinissippi

Lost Lake

Rock River (designated shore fishing locations only within the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge)

F Note: The refuge does not allow sinkers or lures containing lead.

Rubicon River

Wildcat Creek

Clark Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Kangaroo Lake

Walleye must be over 18”.

Lake Michigan, Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Mink River

Fish refuge (season closure) downstream to the mouth at Rowley Bay from the First Sunday in March through June 15.

Tributaries to Lake Michigan and Green Bay

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Beauregard Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Lake Superior (excluding Allouez Bay, Little Pokegama Bay, Pokegama Bay, and Kimballs Bay)

See the [Lake Superior regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lyman Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish may be over 14”.

Minnesuing Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish may be over 14”.

Minong Flowage (upstream to and including Cranberry Lake)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

St. Louis Bay

Is part of the Wisconsin-Minnesota [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

St. Louis River

Is part of the Wisconsin-Minnesota [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Superior Bay

Is part of the Wisconsin-Minnesota [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Chippewa River (includes tributaries from their mouths upstream to the first road or railroad bridge)

Dunnville Bottoms

Eau Galle River (downstream from Lake Eau Galle)

Lake Menomin (including the Red Cedar River upstream from the Lake Menomin Dam to the Cedar Falls Dam

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Red Cedar River (from the Chippewa River to Lake Menomin)

Tainter Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Altoona Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Chippewa River upstream from the Dells Pond Dam, including Dells Pond upstream to the Chippewa Falls Flowage Dam (includes tributaries from their mouths upstream to the first dam or lake)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released and only one may be over 24”.

Chippewa River downstream of the Dells Pond Dam (includes all tributaries of the river from their mouths upstream to the first road or railroad bridge)

F Walleye must be at least 15”.

Eau Claire, Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Eau Claire River (from the Altoona Lake Dam downstream)

F Walleye must be at least 15”.

Altoona Lake upstream to the Lake Eau Claire Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Lake Eau Claire Dam upstream

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Half Moon Lake

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Brule River (and its flowages)

Is part of the Wisconsin-Michigan [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information). Consult the [Guide to Wisconsin Trout Fishing Regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/trout-fishing-regulations).

Cosgrove and Little Cosgrove lakes

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Halsey Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of one species. Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish over 18” may be kept.

Menominee River (and its flowages)

Is part of the Wisconsin-Michigan [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Spread Eagle Chain of Lakes

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of one species. Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish over 18” may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Fond du Lac River

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Forest Lake

Catch and release only for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, and northern pike.

Kettle Moraine Lake

Walleye, sauger or hybrids must be at least 18”. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Long Lake (Fond du Lac Co.)

Walleye, sauger or hybrids must be at least 18”. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Mullet Lake

F Walleye of any length may be kept.

Rock River

F Walleye of any length may be kept.

Tittle Lake

Walleye, sauger or hybrids must be at least 18”. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Winnebago, Lake

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wolf Lake

Walleye, sauger or hybrids must be at least 18”.

Brule River

Is part of the Wisconsin-Michigan [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information). Consult the [Guide to Wisconsin Trout Fishing Regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/trout-fishing-regulations).

Butternut Lake (Forest Co.)

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Crane Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Roberts Lake

Five bass of any length may be kept.

Stevens Lake

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Wabikon/Riley Lakes

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of one species.

Mississippi River (Grant Co.)

For Wisconsin-Iowa [boundary water regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wisconsin River (including all sloughs, bayous, flowages and tributaries upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

F The open season includes tributaries upstream to the first highway bridge. Walleye must be at least 18” and sauger and hybrids must be at least 15”.

Pecatonica River

Fox River (below the first dam upstream from Princeton)

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Fox River (above the first dam upstream from Princeton)

Lake Maria

Puckyan River

See [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Pecatonica River (East Branch-downstream from the bridge at STH 39—1/2 mile east of Hollandale)

Wisconsin River(including all sloughs, bayous, flowages, and tributaries upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

F The open season includes tributaries upstream to the first highway bridge. Walleye must be at least 18” and sauger or hybrids must be at least 15”.

Bear River

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one over 15” may be kept.

Bearskull Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Flambeau River (above Turtle Flambeau Flowage)

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one over 15” may be kept.

Flambeau River, North Fork (from Upper Park Falls Flowage Dam in Price County upstream to the fish refuge below the Turtle-Flambeau Dam in Iron County

):** Walleye 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Island Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Lake Superior (Iron Co.)

See the [Lake Superior regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Manitowish River upstream of the Flambeau River to the Rest Lake Dam (including Benson, Sturgeon and Vance lakes)

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one over 15” may be kept.

McDermott Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Mercer Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Montreal River (upstream from Superior Falls along the Michigan boundary)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Montreal River (West Branch)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Owl Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Sherman Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Spider Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Turtle River, Little

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one over 15” may be kept.

Black River (downstream of the dam in Black River Falls including tributaries up to the first road crossing or dam)

Buffalo River (including tributaries)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Trempealeau River (including tributaries)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Lake Wazee

Only two bass and two walleye may be kept. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Bark River (from the mouth upstream to the former Hebron Dam at Highway 106)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Bark River (all other areas)

Bean Lake

Busseyville (Koshkonong) Creek (from the mouth upstream to County Highway B)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Crawfish River (from the mouth upstream to and including the Highway 19 bridge)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Crawfish River (all other areas)

Golden Lake

Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Goose Lake

Hahns Lake

Mud Lake (at Koshkonong)

Red Cedar Lake

Rock River (from the Indianford Dam upstream to the lower Watertown Dam) and connected tributaries (upstream to the first dam unless otherwise listed)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Rock River (all other areas)

Scuppernong River (downstream from the dam at Palmyra)

Waterloo Creek (Maunesha River) downstream from the former Malthouse Dam)

Lemonweir River (including all sloughs, bayous, and flowages upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

F Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Yellow River (including all sloughs, bayous, and flowages upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

F Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Lake Michigan

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Lake Michigan

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Paddock Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Silver Lake

Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Vern Wolf Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Lake Michigan (Kewaunee Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Green Bay and Lake Michigan

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Black River (including tributaries up to the first road crossing or dam)

La Crosse River (downstream from the Lake Neshonoc Dam including sloughs and bayous upstream to the first dam or highway bridge)

Mississippi River (La Crosse Co.)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Pecatonica River (entire East Branch and the West Branch from the US Highway 151 bridge downstream, and from the junction of the East and West branches downstream)

Yellowstone River (downstream from the Yellowstone Lake Dam)

Big Twin Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Crooked Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Crystal Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Dynamite Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Greater Bass Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Horseshoe Lake (T33N R10E S17)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Jessie Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Krause Springs

The season on largemouth and smallmouth bass is from May 3 to Oct. 15, bass of any length may be kept and the daily bag limit is five in total.

Little Partridge Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Long Lake (T33N R10E S35)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

McGee Lake

There is an artificial lure only season on largemouth and smallmouth bass from May 3 to Oct. 15, bass of any length may be kept and the daily bag limit is five in total. Bass season is closed during the closed trout season.

Meyer Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Moose Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Mueller Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Partridge Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Pence Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Rabe Lake

The season on largemouth and smallmouth bass is from May 3 to Oct. 15, bass of any length may be kept and the daily bag limit is five in total.

Remington Lake

Is an [urban fishing water](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Rogers Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Rose Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Saddlebag Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Saul Springs

The season on largemouth and smallmouth bass is from May 3 to Oct. 15, bass of any length may be kept and the daily bag limit is five in total.

Sawyer Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 12” and greater than 16” may be kept.

Townline Lake (T33N R10E S6)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

White Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Ament Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Crystal Lake (Lincoln Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Deer Lake (including Bridge Lake, Lake Nokomis and Rice River Flowage combined)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Echo Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Henson Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Hilderbrand Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish maybe kept.

Hilts Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Lake Nokomis/Rice Reservoir Chain (including Bridge Lake, Deer Lake, Lake Nokomis and Rice River Flowage combined)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Larson Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Mirror Lake

Is an [urban fishing water](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Moraine Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Tahoe Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Lake Alice from Kings Dam upstream to Hat Rapids Dam

The open season for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, sauger and their hybrids is from May 3, 2025 through March 1, 2026. [Northern Bass Zone rules apply](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lake Mohawksin from Pride Dam upstream to Kings Dam

F _Please_ _note:_ _The_ _boundary of the Wisconsin and Somo rivers is the Tomahawk Railway Railroad Bridge_ _on_ _the_ _west_ _side_ _of_ _Lake_ _Mohawksin._ _The_ _boundary_ _of_ _the_ _Wisconsin_ _and Tomahawk_ _rivers_ _is_ _the_ _Canadian_ _National_ _Railroad_ _Bridge_ _nearest_ _Baymill_ _Road._

Grandmother Flowage from Grandmother Dam upstream to Pride Dam

F _Please_ _note:_ _The_ _boundary_ _of_ _the_ _Wisconsin_ _and_ _Spirit_ _rivers_ _is_ _the_ _confluence_ _of the Spirit River 1.25 miles downstream from the Spirit River Flowage Dam._

Grandfather Flowage from Grandfather Dam upstream to Grandmother Dam

Lake Alexander from Alexander Dam upstream to Grandfather Dam

F Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Merrill Flowage from Merrill Dam upstream to Alexander Dam

F Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Wisconsin River from Wausau Dam in Marathon County upstream to the Merrill Dam

F Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye and sauger from 15”but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Bullhead Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish maybe kept.

English Lake (Manitowoc Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Harpt Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Long Lake (Manitowoc Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Pigeon Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Lake Michigan (Manitowoc Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Manitowoc River

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Silver Lake (Manitowoc Co.)

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Walleye must be at least 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Tributaries to Lake Michigan (Manitowoc Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wilke Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Walleye must be at least 18”. Only two northern pike may be kept, except that pike from 25” to 35” must be released.

Big Eau Pleine Reservoir

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Big Eau Pleine Reservoir (upstream to the East Highway 153 bridge)

Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Big Eau Pleine Reservoir (upstream from Dam Road)

Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Big Rib River (upstream of I-39 northbound lane)

Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Eau Claire River (downstream from the Schofield Dam)

F Walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Mission Lake

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Mud Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Pike Lake (Marathon Co.)

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept. Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Wausau, Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, no more than 10 of any one species. _Please note: The western boundary separating the Big Rib River from Lake Wausau is the northbound lane of I-39._

Eagle Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Green Bay (Marinette Co.)

Is part of [Lake Michigan](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Hilbert Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Newton Lake, Big

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Newton Lake, Little

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Tributaries to Green Bay

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Menominee River (and its flowages) (Marinette Co.)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Oneonta Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Peshtigo Flowage (Peshtigo Dam to the Potato Rapids Dam)

[Northern Bass Zone regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) apply.

Thunder Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Buffalo Lake

Fox River (Marquette Co.)

Grand River (from the Grand River wildlife area dam downstream to the Fox River)

Mason Lake (Marquette Co.)

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Sharon Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Tuttle Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

White Lake (Marquette Co.)

Largemouth bass of any length may be kept.

Wood Lake

Only two northern pike may be kept, except pike from 25-35” must be released. Largemouth bass of any length may be kept.

White River System (from Neshkoro Millpond upstream including Neshkoro Millpond, Lower White River Flowage, West Branch Millpond, and Wautoma Pond)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Lake Michigan (Milwaukee Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Lake Michigan (Milwaukee Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Black River (including tributaries up to the first road crossing or dam) (Monroe Co.)

East Fork Lemonweir River (upstream to the Highway 173 bridge)

F Only walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Fort McCoy US Army Installation

A Fort McCoy fishing permit approval is required with a Wisconsin fishing license and trout stamp when fishing for trout. For more information regarding Fort McCoy fishing and Fort McCoy fishing policy and regulations please contact the Directorate of Public Works; IMMC-PWE-N/Permit Sales; 2171 South 8th Avenue; Fort McCoy, WI 54656-5136, (phone [608-388-3337](tel:6083883337)), or [visit their website](https://mccoy.isportsman.net/).

Lemonweir River (including all sloughs, bayous, and flowages upstream to the first water control structure, dam, or highway bridge)

Only walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

South Fork Lemonweir River (upstream to the Tomah Dam)

F Only walleye and sauger from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 28”.

Bass Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Bear Lake (Oconto Co.)

Walleye must be at least 18”. Three walleye may be kept per day from Bear/Munger lakes combined.

Boot Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Caldron Falls

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Chain Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Crooked Lake (Oconto Co.)

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Green Bay (Oconto Co.)

Is part of [Lake Michigan](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

John Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Kelly Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Tributaries to Green Bay (Oconto Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Maiden Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Munger Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”. Three walleye may be kept per day from Bear/Munger lakes combined.

Paya Lake

Five smallmouth and largemouth bass may be kept. Smallmouth bass must be at least 14”. Largemouth bass between 14-18” may not be kept and only one over 18” may be kept. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Reservoir Pond (including Horn, Explosion and Little Horn lakes combined)

Walleye must be at least 18”. Three walleye may be kept per day from these lakes combined.

Rost Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Surprise Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Townsend Flowage

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Waubee Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Wescott Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Wheeler Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”. Five largemouth or smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

White Potato Lake

Five largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept (largemouth of any length, smallmouth must be at least 14”).

Amber Lake (formerly Squaw Lake)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Muskellunge must be at least 28”

Booth Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Burrows Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Carrol Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Diamond Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Gilmore Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Hasbrook Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Indian Lake (Oneida Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Julia Lake (Three Lakes Area; S6, T38N, R12E)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Julia Lake (near Rhinelander, S12, T36N R08E)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Lake Nokomis/Rice Reservoir Chain (including Bridge Lake, Deer Lake, Lake Nokomis and Rice River Flowage combined) (Oneida Co.)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Madeline Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Mercer Lake (Oneida Co.)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Minocqua Chain (and connecting waters, including Jerome, Kawaguesaga, Little Tomahawk, Mid, Minocqua, Mud and Tomahawk lakes)

Only one walleye may be kept, and it must be at least 18” but walleye from 22”-28” may not be kept. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Moen Chain (including Moen, Second, Third, Fourth and Fifth lakes and connecting waters, combined)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Squash Lake (T36N, R7E, S24)

Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Squirrel Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Sugar Camp Chain (Dam lake, Sand lake, Echo lake, Chain lake, Stone lake and connecting waters combined)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Three Lakes Chain (including Big, Big Fork, Big Stone, Mud, (Crystal), Deer, Dog, Fourmile, Island, Laurel, Little Fork, Long, Medicine, Moccasin, PlantingGround, Rangeline, Round, Spirit, Townline, Virgin and Whitefish lakes and connecting waters combined)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Otter Rapids Dam (in Vilas county) downstream to Rainbow Flowage

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Rainbow Flowage (south of Wilderness Trail in Vilas County downstream to Rainbow Dam)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Rainbow Dam downstream to Rhinelander Flowage

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Boom-Rhinelander Chain (includes Rhinelander Flowage from Bridge Road downstream to St Regis Dam, Boom Lake, Bass Lake, Thunder lake and Lake Creek upstream to Forest Lane, combined)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Rhinelander Dam downstream to Hat Rapids Flowage

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Hat Rapids Flowage (from upstream bank of Pelican River mouth) downstream to Hat Rapids Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Hat Rapids Dam downstream to Kings Dam in Lincoln County (including Lake Alice)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Embarrass River

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Fox River (from Appleton Lock 1 downstream to De Pere Dam)

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept. The open season on muskellunge is May 24 to Dec. 31 and they must be at least 50”. Walleye, sauger, and their hybrids of any length may be kept.

Fox River (from Appleton Lock 1 upstream to Neenah-Menasha dams (Winnebago County), including Little Lake Butte des Morts, its tributaries, backwaters and sloughs, Mud Creek and Neenah Slough)

F There is a continuous open season on largemouth and smallmouth bass. The open season on northern pike is May 3, 2025 through March 1, 2026. Only two northern pike may be kept, and pike between 25-35” must be released. Walleye, sauger and their hybrids of any length may be kept. The open season on muskellunge is May 24 to Dec. 31 and they must be at least 50”.

Shioc River

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wolf River

See the [Winnebago System Waters regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lake Michigan (Ozaukee Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Lake Michigan (Ozaukee Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Chippewa River upstream of the Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy railroad bridge (includes tributaries upstream to the first road or railroad bridge)

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Eau Galle River

Lake Pepin

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Mississippi River (Pepin Co.)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Lake George

Twenty-five panfish may be kept.

Mississippi River (including Lake Pepin)

From its confluence with the St. Croix River downstream, is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Nugget Lake

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass under 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

St. Croix River

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Balsam Lake

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Bear Trap Lake

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Big Butternut Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Big Round Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Cedar Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Deer Lake

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Half Moon Lake (Polk Co.)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Horseshoe Lake (T34N R15W)

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Long Lake (T34N R17W S6, S7)

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Loveless Lake

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Pipe and North Pipe lakes

Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept, but only one may be a smallmouth bass and it must be at least 18”. Walleye must be at least 18”.

St. Croix River (Polk Co.)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Wapogasset Lake

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Ward Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Bass Lake (Portage Co.)

Collins Lake

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Emily Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Jacqueline Lake

One largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and they must be at least 18”. One northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Jordan Pond

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Lime Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species.

Mill Creek

Pleasant Lake

Bass Lake (T40N, R2W, S15—West of Park Falls)

Walleye of any length may be kept.

Butternut Lake (Price Co.)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Cochran Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Cranberry Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Elk river upstream from the Lac Sault Dore Dam (including Lac Sault Dore (Soo Lake) and Grassy Lake) to Jobes dam

Walleye 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Elk river upstream from Jobes dam to Musser Flowage Dam (including Phillips Chain of lakes

Duroy, Elk, Long, Wilson lakes, and connecting waters):** Walleye 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Elk River upstream from Musser Flowage Dam (including Musser Flowage)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Upper Park Falls Flowage Dam upstream to the fish refuge below the Turtle-Flambeau Dam in Iron County

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Lower Park Falls Flowage Dam upstream to the fish refuge below the Upper Park Falls Flowage Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Pixley Flowage Dam upstream to Lower Park Falls Flowage Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Crowley Flowage Dam upstream to Pixley Flowage Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Big Falls Flowage Dam in Rusk County (Flambeau river) upstream to Crowley Flowage Dam (North Fork Flambeau river)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Flambeau River, South Fork and its impoundments, sloughs and tributaries upstream to the first dam or lake (including Elk River upstream from its confluence with the South Fork Flambeau River to Lac Sault Dore Dam)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Jump River (and its tributaries upstream to the first dam or lake)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released, and only one may be over 24”.

Newman Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Pike Lake Chain (includes Pike, Round, Turner, Amik lakes and connecting waters combined)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Motor trolling is allowed with three hooks, baits or lures per person in Pike, Round, Turner and Amik lakes.

Riley Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Solberg Lake (including tributaries up to the first dam or lake)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Twin Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Bohners Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species.

Browns Lake

Five northern pike of any size may be kept. Largemouth bass must be at least 16”.

Lake Michigan (Racine Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Lake Michigan (Racine Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Rockland Lake

Largemouth bass less than 12” and greater than 16” may be kept.

White River (downstream from the Burlington Dam)

Lee Lake

Walleye, sauger, or their hybrids must be at least 18”

Wisconsin River (including all sloughs, bayous, flowages, and tributaries upstream to the first dam or highway bridge) (Richland Co.)

F The open season includes tributaries upstream to the first highway bridge. Walleye must be at least 18” and sauger or hybrids must be at least 15”.

Lake Koshkonong (and connected tributaries upstream to the first dam unless otherwise listed)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids may be kept and they must be at least 18”.

Rock River (from the Indianford Dam upstream to the lower Watertown Dam) and connected tributaries (upstream to the first dam unless otherwise listed) (Rock Co.)

F Walleye, sauger or their hybrids must be at least 18”.

Rock River (all other areas) (Rock Co.)

Chippewa River (from Lake Holcombe Dam upstream to the Arpin Dam including tributaries upstream to the first dam or lake and the Flambeau River downstream from the Thornapple Dam including tributaries upstream to the first dam or lake)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released, and only one may be over 24”.

Big Falls Flowage Dam (Flambeau river) upstream to Crowley Flowage Dam (North Fork Flambeau river) in Price County

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” maybe kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Dairyland Reservoir Dam upstream to Big Falls Flowage Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Ladysmith Flowage Dam upstream to Dairyland Reservoir Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Thornapple Flowage Dam upstream to Ladysmith Flowage Dam

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Island Chain of Lakes (Chain, Clear, Island and McCann lakes combined)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Jump River (and its tributaries upstream to the first dam or lake) (Rusk Co.)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released, and only one may be over 24”.

Pulaski Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Sand Lake (Rusk Co.)

Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Baraboo River (Sauk Co.)

Dutch Hollow Lake

Five northern pike may be kept, except pike between 25-35” must be released.

Mirror Lake (Sauk Co.)

Five northern pike may be kept, except pike between 25-35” must be released.

Virginia Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

White Mound Lake

Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Black Dan Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Blueberry Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

West Fork Chippewa River (from Moose Lake Dam upstream to FR 176)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Chippewa River downstream of Arpin Dam to the Lake Holcombe Dam and tributaries to the first dam or lake (including the Flambeau River upstream to Thornapple Flowage Dam)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released, and only one may be over 24”.

Connors Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Durphee Lake (in combination with Schoolhouse Lake)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Evergreen Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Flambeau River and its impoundments, sloughs and tributaries (from Big Falls Flowage Dam in Rusk County upstream to Crowley Flowage Dam on the North Fork Flambeau River in Price County)

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”.

Holly, Lower

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Lake of the Pines

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Mason Lake (Sawyer Co.)

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Osprey Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length maybe kept.

Quiet Lakes Chain (including Lost Land and Teal lakes and Teal River Flowage)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Largemouth bass of any length may be kept.

Round Lake Chain (Round and Little Round lakes)

Motor trolling is permitted (three hooks, baits or lures per person). Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Largemouth bass of any length may be kept. Only one smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Schoolhouse Lake (in combination with Durphee Lake)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. Walleye must be at least 18”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Spider Lake Chain (Big Spider, Little Spider, Clear, Fawn and North lakes)

Ten northern pike of any length may be kept chainwide. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Spring Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Tiger Cat Chain of Lakes (Burns, Lower Twin, McClaine, and Placid lakes, Tigercat Flowage and Upper Twin lake all downstream to the Tiger Cat Flowage Dam combined)

Ten northern pike of any length may be kept chainwide. Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Windigo Lake

Motor trolling is permitted (three hooks, baits or lures per person). Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. Walleye of any length may be kept but only one fish can be over 14”.

Caroline Pond

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Cloverleaf Chain of Lakes

Twenty-five panfish of any length may be kept, except five or fewer can be bluegill and pumpkin seed over 7”.

Embarrass River (downstream from the Pella Dam)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Pella Pond

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

White Clay Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Wolf River (downstream from the Shawano Paper Mill Dam)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Crystal Lake (Sheboygan Co.)

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Lake Michigan (Sheboygan Co.)

See the [Lake Michigan regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tributaries to Lake Michigan (Sheboygan Co.)

See the [tributary regulations](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Sheboygan Marsh (waters above the dam including Sheboygan Lake and its tributaries upstream to the first road crossing)

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Apple Lake (formerly Squaw)

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Bass Lake (St. Croix Co.)

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Dry Dam Lake

One largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Glen Lake

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Lake George (St. Croix Co.)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept.

St. Croix River (including Lake St. Croix)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Chequamegon Waters (also called Miller Dam Flowage)

During the months of May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Jump River (and tributaries to the first dam or lake)

Walleye of at least 13” may be kept, except walleye from 16” to 24” must be released, and only one may be over 24”.

Kathryn Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Rib Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Spruce Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Twin lakes, North and South

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Black River (including tributaries up to the first road crossing or dam) (Trempealeau Co.)

Buffalo River (upstream of Highway 93 bridge, including tributaries)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Mississippi River (Trempealeau Co.)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Minnesota boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Osseo Club Pond

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Trempealeau River (upstream of the dam in Blair, including tributaries)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Jersey Valley Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it has to be at least 18”.

Mississippi River (Vernon Co.)

Contains both Wisconsin-Minnesota and Wisconsin-Iowa [boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information). The Minnesota-Iowa state line is approximately 1.3 miles north of Victory. Please see the proper regulations for those waters.

Allequash Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Amber Lake (formerly Squaw Lake) (Vilas Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but no more than five of any one species. Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

Anvil Lake

Only one walleye of at least 18” may be kept, except walleye from 22”-28” may not be kept.

Arbor Vitae, Big

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Arbor Vitae, Little

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Basin Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Bear River (Vilas Co.)

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one over 15” may be kept.

Big Lake (S13, T43N, R8E)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Big Bateau Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Big Portage Lake

Only walleye less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must beat least 18”.

Birch Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Boulder Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Buckatabon lakes, Upper and Lower combined

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Crab Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Crampton Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Crystal Lake (S1, T42N, R10E)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Cyrus Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Dead Pike Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Deerskin Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Eagle Chain (and connecting waters including Catfish, Cranberry, Duck, Eagle, Lynx, Otter, Scattering Rice, Voyageur, Watersmeet and Yellow Birch lakes combined)

Only walleye less than 14” may be kept, except, one fish may be over 18”.

Escanaba Lake

There is a continuous open season on all species except walleye. Walleye fishing season is open from the second Saturday in June through the first Sunday in March (June 14, 2025 through March 1, 2026). Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept and only one fish may be over 24” until department notification that the annual quota has been reached, and thereafter only catch-and-release fishing for walleye is allowed. Lead tackle less than 1” in diameter or 1 oz. in weight is prohibited.

Fishtrap Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Found Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Gresham Lake, Upper

Muskellunge must be at least 28”.

High Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Ike Walton Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Kentuck Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Laura Lake

Only one walleye of at least 18” may be kept, except walleye from 22-28” may not be kept.

Little Presque Isle Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Little Trout Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Lost Canoe Lake

Only walleye less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Mamie Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Manitowish Chain of Lakes (Alder, Clear (T42N R5E S12), Fawn (T42N R5E S11), Island, Manitowish, Little Star, Rest, Spider, Stone and Wild Rice lakes and connecting waters combined)

Three walleye per day chainwide from 15” but less than 20” may be kept and only one fish may be over 24”.

Manitowish River (including Benson, Sturgeon and Vance lakes) downstream from the Rest Lake Dam

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye must be at least 12”, and only one can be over 15”.

Mill Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Mystery Lake

There is a continuous open season on all species.

Nebish Lake

There is a continuous open season on all species. Only bass 14” or less can be kept. Lead tackle less than 1” in diameter or 1 oz. in weight is prohibited.

North Crab Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Norwood Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Oxbow Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Palmer Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Partridge Lake (Vilas Co.)

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Pickerel Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Pike Lake Chain (Amik, Pike, Round and Turner lakes combined)

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but no more than 10 of any one species. Walleye from 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish may be over 24”. Motor trolling is allowed with three hooks, baits or lures per person in Amik, Pike, Round and Turner lakes.

Plum Lake (S9, T43N, R8E)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Presque Isle Chain (Including Presque Isle, Averill, Van Vliet lakes combined)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Roach Lake (S7, T43N, R8E)

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Rock Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Rush Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Sherman Lake (Vilas Co.)

Walleye of any length may be kept but only one fish can be over 14”.

Shishebogama Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”. Twenty-five panfish of any length may be kept, except five or fewer can be bluegill and pumpkinseed over 7”. Largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish over 18” may be kept.

Smoky Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information). Largemouth or smallmouth bass between 14-18” must be released, and only one bass over 18” may be kept.

Spruce Lake (Vilas Co.)

There is a continuous open season on all species. Only artificial flies and lures may be used. Largemouth bass season is open all year; only two may be kept and they must be at least 12”.

Star Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”. Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”.

Stateline Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Tenderfoot Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Trilby Lake

There is no open season.

Turtle lakes, North and South

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Twin lakes, North and South, combined

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Walleye over 15” but less than 20” may be kept, except one fish can be over 24”.

West Bay Lake

Is part of the [Wisconsin-Michigan boundary waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Beulah Lake

Only largemouth and smallmouth bass less than 12” and over 16” may be kept.

Eagle Spring and Lulu lakes (and the portion of the Mukwonago River connecting the two lakes)

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Lauderdale Lakes (Green, Middle and Mill)

Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Tripp Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Turtle Lake

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Balsam Lake (Washburn Co.)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Bass (Patterson) Lake (S17, T40N, R10W)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Bear Lake (Washburn Co.)

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Big McKenzie Lake (Washburn Co.)

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Birch Lake (Washburn Co.)

The daily bag limit of panfish is 25, of which only 10 can be bluegill. Walleye must be at least 18”.

Long Lake (including Mud and Little Mud lakes combined)

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Middle McKenzie Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Minong Flowage (including Cranberry Lake; upstream to the confluence of Totagatic River and Bergen Creek)

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Namekagon River (Washburn Co.)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Nancy Lake

Walleye must be at least 18”.

Red Cedar Lake (Washburn Co.)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Shell Lake

Walleye of any length may be kept, but only one fish can be over 14”.

Slim Lake

Only two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Totagatic River (Washburn Co.)

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Trego Flowage

Largemouth and smallmouth bass must be at least 14”.

Cedar Lake, Big

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Two northern pike may be kept, but pike between 25-35” must be released.

Cedar Lake, Little

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Erler Lake

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Gilbert Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Two northern pike may be kept, but pike between 25-35” must be released.

Lake Twelve

Only one largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it must be at least 18”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Silver Lake (Washington Co.)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Eagle Spring and Lulu lakes (and the portion of the Mukwonago River connecting the two lakes) (Waukesha Co.)

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Only largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”. Only one northern pike may be kept and it must be at least 32”.

Fowler Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Oconomowoc Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Oconomowoc Lake, Upper

Two northern pike may be kept, but pike between 25-35” must be released. Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Oconomowoc River (from Lac LaBelle upstream to the outlet of North Lake, including connecting portions with Fowler Lake, Lac LaBelle, Oconomowoc Lake, Okauchee Lake, and Upper Oconomowoc Lake)

Muskellunge must be at least 50”.

Okauchee Lake

Muskellunge must be at least 50”. Two northern pike may be kept, but pike between 25-35” must be released.

Brekke Lake

Largemouth or smallmouth bass less than 14” may be kept, except one fish may be over 18”.

Campbell Lake

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Cincoe Lake

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Crystal Lake (Waupaca Co.)

F Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Embarrass River (Waupaca Co.)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Graham Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Hartman Creek State Park lakes (Allen, Hartman and Mid)

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Hatch Lake

One largemouth or smallmouth bass may be kept and it has to be at least 18”.

Iola Millpond

Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Kinney Lake

F Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Little Wolf River (downstream from the dam at Manawa)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Marion Pond

Two northern pike may be kept and they must be at least 26”.

Partridge Crop Lake

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Partridge Lake (Waupaca Co.)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

School Section Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Shadow Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Stratton Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Waupaca River (downstream from the dam at Weyauwega)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

White Lake (Waupaca Co.)

Five northern pike may be kept, but fish between 25-35” must be released. Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species.

Wolf River (Waupaca Co.)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Alpine Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Bean’s Lake

Big Hills Lake

Twenty-five panfish may be kept, but only 10 of any one species. Largemouth bass of any length may be kept. Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Fox River (Waushara Co.)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Huron Lake

Five largemouth and smallmouth bass in total may be kept. Largemouth bass of any length may be kept, but smallmouth bass must be 14”. Only 10 panfish may be kept.

Irogami and Pleasant Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept. Two northern pike may be kept, but pike from 25-35” may not be kept.

Johns Lake

Largemouth bass of any length may be kept.

Kusel Lake

During May and June, 15 panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. During the remainder of the season, 25 panfish may be kept.

Lake Poygan

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Little Hills Lake

Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept. The combined daily bag limit on panfish is 10 in total.

Long Lake (Waushara Co.)

Only 10 panfish may be kept. Two northern pike may be kept, except pike from 25-35” may not be kept.

Morris Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Pearl Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept. Five largemouth bass of any length may be kept.

Pine Lake

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Pine River (downstream from the dam at Poysippi)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information).

Porters Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species.

Pumpkinseed Creek

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Silver Lake, Big

Two northern pike may be kept, but pike from 25-35” must be released.

White River System (from Neshkoro Millpond upstream including Neshkoro Millpond, Lower White River Flowage, West Branch Millpond, and Wautoma Pond) (Waushara Co.)

Five northern pike of any length may be kept.

Willow Creek (downstream from the dam at Auroraville)

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Wilson Lake

Two northern pike may be kept, except pike from 25-35” must be released.

Witters Lake

Fifteen panfish may be kept, but only five of any one species. Largemouth and smallmouth bass of any length may be kept.

Little Lake Butte des Morts (including Mud Creek, Neenah Slough and tributaries, backwaters and sloughs, and the Fox River from Neenah-Menasha dams downstream to Appleton Lock 1 - Outagamie County)

F There is a continuous open season on largemouth and smallmouth bass. The open season on northern pike is May 3, 2025 through March 1, 2026. Only two northern pike may be kept, and pike between 25-35” must be released. Walleye, sauger and their hybrids of any length may be kept. The open season on muskellunge is May 24 through Dec. 31 and they must be at least 50”.

Winnebago system waters from the Neenah-Menasha Dams upstream, including the upper Fox and Wolf Rivers, Lakes Winnebago, Butte des Morts,Winneconne, Poygan and other connected waters

See the [Winnebago System Waters](https://www.eregulations.com/wisconsin/fishing/general-information) regulations.

Green Lake

Countywide: motor trolling permitted; catfish follow Winnebago system regulations; statewide limits otherwise.

Seasons

General inland fishing May 3 - Mar 1; musky May 24 - Dec 31 (north); trout seasons per stream classification; bass C&R outside harvest season.

Licence Fees

Wisconsin fishing license required (resident/non-resident); Great Lakes salmon/trout stamp; trout stamp for trout waters; sturgeon spearing license for Winnebago system.

Edition: 2026 Wisconsin Fishing Regulations (WDNR, 2025-2026 season dates) · Effective: Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026 season · Source: Wisconsin Dept. of Natural Resources (widnr.wisconsin.gov/fishing)

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