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. Northern pike ranged from 8.8 to 35.9 inches, averaging 19.6 inches. Anglers should look forward to a high-quality perch fishery in 2023. River segment length: Downstream (north) of U.S. Highway 2 (24.5 miles); Total river length: 44 miles. Panfish can be found here. Current regulation: The regulation for catfish is no minimum length limit with a 10-fish daily bag limit and a 25-fish total daily bag limit. These two streams averaged more than 1,900 catchable brown trout per mile and more than 80, 12-inch and longer brown trout per mile. Species population information: Pike in Smith averaged over 23 inches, with 14 percent over 28 inches. Bluegill was also caught in all three of these ponds. The city of Lake Mills operates the Sandy Beach launch on the southeast end as well as small craft access on the millpond near the fire station on the east end. River segment length: 2.75 miles. Current regulation: The trout regulation is a daily bag limit of 2, with a minimum length of 12 inches. Current regulation: Daily bag limit of 3 trout over 8 inches. Here is the webpage to find detailed tributary access information. Access information: There is a public DNR-managed boat launch on State Park Road within the Kettle Moraine State Forest Southern Unit near Whitewater Lake Beach. Current regulation: Only two northern pike may be kept, and they must be at least 26 inches. Collections of data and tags from steelhead by anglers, USFWS and the DNR are enhancing our knowledge of steelhead and their important contribution to Lake Michigans valuable and diverse fishery. It has a maximum depth of 6 feet. Species population information: A 2022 spring electrofishing survey was completed for bluegill and largemouth bass to evaluate a special panfish regulation. Most notably, 63 percent of the fish sampled were greater than 10 inches. Yearling steelhead that was stocked in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022 were clipped (adipose fin) and tagged internally with a tiny 1-mm coded wire tag (CWT) as part of a cooperative and lake-wide program with the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to evaluate wild production, movements, growth, and stocking practices. Currently, Random Lake receives large fingerling musky stockings on an every-other-year basis at a rate of 0.5 fish/acre. The daily bag limit is 3. Plan your next fishing trip knowing you'll arrive without any surprisesor discover some new fishing destinations in your area. Contacts. The daily bag limit is 5 trout/salmon in total. Access information: Many boat and shore access locations are available https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/. Current regulation: Harvest restrictions in effect since 2016 seek to protect spawning walleye and bolster in-lake production of recruits. The discussion will take place in 2024 between the DNR, the Parker Lake Association, and anglers to retain the special regulation or change it. BLUEGILL - 2022 spring netting surveys yielded a high-quality bluegill catch. A few larger Brown Trout (14 inches and larger) were also captured in 2022. 16.0 in. Of interest: From 1983-2003, walleye size structure dramatically decreased and became a major concern in the early 2000s. Black crappie was sampled at a solid 27 per mile and varied between 6 and 14 inches. A low-pulse electrofishing survey to identify young-of-year (YOY) recruitment in this stretch of river was conducted one week after the hoop net survey. 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. Pine Lake also has excellent northern pike, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and panfish angling opportunities. Fifty-two males averaging 43.8 inches and ranging from 35.9 39.1 inches were also captured. 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. Anglers can find a fun harvest opportunity during both open and hard water periods. Of interest: The Parker Lake Association completed a fish sticks project in January 2016 on the DOT property that runs along State Rd 82. Access information: Public access is plentiful on Rock Lake. In addition, the lake association installed 12 fish cribs in 2017. Overall, the 2022 survey data indicates quality size structure and above-average abundance. Current regulation: 40-inch minimum length, the daily bag limit of 1. However, brown trout were caught up to 17 inches in the 2022 survey. Check out the following websites for more details and maps. Species population information: A total of 148 muskellunge were captured during a spring 2022 fyke netting survey on Lake DuBay. Most Walleyes were between 13 to 18 inches. Nate Nye, Fisheries Biologist, Poynette. Paddling, boating, swimming, fishing, hunting and winter sports opportunities are all available. Species population information: The walleye population was estimated at 1.0 adults per acre compared to 0.2 per acre in 2014. Of interest: The Cloverleaf Chain is a system of lakes made up of Round Lake, Grass Lake and Pine Lake. The 2020-year class will be entering its fourth growing season in 2023 which should lead to anglers seeing some nice-sized fish. River segment length: 1.5 miles of Class III brook trout waters. Species population information: Brown trout captured in 2022 varied from 2.4-20.6 inches with an average length of 7.6 inches. The Mid-Lake Reef Complex is a refuge for lake trout. Public Boat Landings can be found at https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/, Dray Carl, Fisheries Biologist, Bayfield. Species population Information: Long Lake supports a lower-density population of walleye, but one with a top-heavy size structure. Lake size: Tichigan Lake proper is 279 acres, and there is also a direct connection to the Waterford impoundment section of the IL Fox River. Current regulation: There is no size limit for panfish and up to 25 individuals can be kept. The average length was 5.8 inches with a maximum of 11.7 inches. Directed effort is average for Class B waters but angler catch rates were twice as great as other similar class B waters. Access information: Allequash Lake has a nice boat landing located at the end of Allequash Lake Road, just off Hwy M. Of interest: Allequash Lake is a peaceful place to spend a day fishing. Access information: Boat landings are located at Swarthout Park off Hwy 16 and the end of East Tilson Street in West Salem. Species population information: This northern pike fishery has great opportunities to catch quality size northern pike for table fare with a chance to a memorable-sized fish (>32 inches). Species population information: A 2022 survey yielded a length range of 7.3 to 18.5 inches with an average length of 12.4 inches. See the following websites for detailed information: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/. Stream segment length: 9.5 miles. Only three walleye may be kept from Pulaski Lake, and they must be at least 18 inches. Fishing reports, best baits and forecast for fishing in Milwaukee River Fishing spots, fishing reports and regulations in Milwaukee River Wisconsin, United States 3.9 (16 reviews) Anyone interested in fishing Milwaukee River or waters within the wider area around Milwaukee should consult with local resources before heading out to fish. Brown Trout numbers were high in 2022, averaging more than 1,000 catchable Brown Trout per mile. WISCONSIN FISHING REPORTS FISHING REPORTS Menomonee River by Miller Park Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Wisconsin drives SEE OFFERS THE 2023 TRAIL BLAZER Share this page: Today's Fishing Forecast Fishing looks to be not very active with peak fishing times around 3-4 PM. Get in Touch with 3 Principals* Brian Bathgate. Species population information: A total of 847 black crappies were captured in a spring 2022 fyke netting survey for a catch rate of 56.5 black crappies per net night. A relatively large 2018 year-class (>15 inches) broke into the fishery this past year and provided anglers with a lot of action and full bags. The exception was in the spring of 2020 when browns were stocked directly into tributaries or harbors due to Covid restrictions. Species population information: Survey work in 2022 turned up good numbers of bluegill and crappie between 8 and 10 inches. The daily limit is 5. Consult the DNRs lake page for more lake and launch information (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Lakes). The average size of the northern pike captured in the fyke netting survey was 19.4 inches with the northern pike ranging from 13.4 29.6 inches being captured. Popular bait choices include nightcrawlers, leaf worms, butter worms, and hellgrammites. Current regulation: No minimum length limit, the daily bag limit of 5. The Kinni is considered one of the best brown trout streams in the Midwest with high densities of trout and many miles of fishing easements and public land owned by the DNR within the Kinnickinnic River Fishery Area that provide access to the stream. No minimum length limit. The average length of harvested Lake Trout in Lake Superior is generally around 22 inches due to size regulations outlined below, but 35 and 40-inch trophy lake trout are often caught and released in Lake Superior. Urban Fishing Waters - Include: Kenosha County: Anderson Park, Bong Childrens Pond; Milwaukee County: Brown Deer Park, Dineen Park, Estabrook Park, Franklin High School, Greenfield Park, Holler Park, Humboldt Park, Jackson Park, Juneau Park, Kosciuszko Park, McCarty Park, McGovern Park, Miller Park, Mitchell Park, Oak Creek Parkway, Saveland Park, Schoetz Park, Scout Lake, Sheridan Park, Washington Park, Wilson Park; Outagamie County: Appleton Memorial Pond; Ozaukee County: Harrington Beach Quarry, Mequon Rotary Park East and West, Pucketts Pond, Schowalter Park, Willow Brooke Park; Racine County: Gorney Park, Johnson Park, Lockwood Park, Pritchard Park, Quarry Lake, Reservoir Park; Rock County: Lions Park Pond; Sheboygan County: Kohler-Andrae State Park Pond, Sheboygan Quarry, Memorial Park, River Park Lagoon; Walworth County: Ceylon Lagoon, Congdon Park, Millpond Park Pond; Washington County: Boot Lake, Hartford Millpond, Homestead Hollow Park, Kewaskum Millpond, Regner Pond, Sandy Knoll Park, Wells Lake, Wiedenbach Park Pond; Waukesha County: Calhoun Park, Delafield Rearing Pond, Foxbrook Pond, Heyer Park North and South, Lapham Peak Pond, Lepper Dam Millpond, Lions Park-Overland, Menomonee Park, Minooka Park, Muskego Park, Nixon Park, Regal Park and Woodfield North and South. 15-inch minimum length limit, but only 1 over 25 inches. Species population information: Lake Monona offers a unique trophy fishing opportunity for muskellunge in an urbanized, downtown atmosphere. Current regulation: Daily bag limit of 2 with a 26-inch minimum length limit. The water is open to everyone. The special largemouth bass fishing regulation went into effect in 2018. The catch rate from the Whitewater Creek survey was 276 fish per mile which ranks it around the 60th percentile when compared with all other Class II brown trout waters statewide. Justin Haglund, Fisheries Biologist, Dodgeville. Species population information: Over 4,100 Chinook were measured during October 2022 at the DNRs Strawberry Creek Salmon Spawning Facility in Sturgeon Bay, with the heaviest being over 33 pounds and 44 inches. The remaining 13 percent arrived in the spring. Since catch rates were high, a population estimate was calculated for adult channel catfish, and that estimate was roughly 6,500 fish or 23/acre. Overall, 2022 surveys indicate bluegill of high-quality size is abundant throughout this productive system. Today, the stock is self-sustained (i.e., wild), meaning no hatchery fish are added to the system, a rarity for many of todays steelhead fisheries. Lake size: 74,850 acres and 97 miles of open water. A recent survey estimated the adult walleye population was at 4.3 adults/acre which is about a 50 percent increase from where the population was at in 2017. Over the years, three strains of steelhead have been stocked into Wisconsin tributaries to expand opportunities for anglers, because the strains have different spawning run times. The Wisconsin Fishing Report provides fishing forecasts (along with other interesting information) for the upcoming season. STEELHEADSpecies population information: From fall 2021 through spring 2022, 5,940 wild steelheads were counted passing the sea lamprey barrier/fishway. There are shore fishing opportunities at the Waterford boat launch area and adjacent Village Hall Park. Public access by foot is available at a DOT parking area on State Road 82. Pike ranged from 11-40 inches with an average length of 23 inches. We appreciate the extra information provided by tag returns and will provide you with the tagging history. The largest sample stretched to 33.4 inches. Consult the DNRs lake page for more lake and launch information (https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/Lakes). The Brill River has a respectable brown trout population with a good size structure. Richard Baker. Species population information: The Chetek chain has a low density, high size structure northern pike population. Of interest: Both the DNR and private clubs stock walleyes into Long Lake. Low water levels also contributed to the poor catch rate, as fish were seen but unable to be captured safely in time. According to our creel survey in Superior and Port Wing, WI, the harvest was mainly comprised of age-4 fish, which ranged between 15-17 inches in 2022. Anglers from Kenosha to Sheboygan reported high catches of lake trout, accounting for 87 percent of the total lake trout harvest for Wisconsin in Lake Michigan for 2021. Lake size: 3,763 acres consisting of Prairie, Chetek, Tenmile, Pokegama, and Ojaski lakes. Current regulation: The northern pike regulation is a daily bag limit of 5 with no length restriction. Woods Creek as well as Wisconsin Creek also hosts a low-density brown trout population. Access information: Cox Hollow Lake is located in Governor Dodge State Park. Downstream from the Amherst Milldam, the temperature regime changes and tends to primarily mainly natural reproducing brown trout that are supplemented with some stocking. 12:58 PM, Dec 13, 2022. Current regulation: There is a 12-inch minimum length limit for brown trout and the daily bag limit is 2 fish. Species population information: In the summer of 2022, a catfish survey was conducted with hoop nets on the Chippewa Falls Flowage, which is located directly downstream of Lake Wissota. Access information: Anglers can troll for browns in the spring and summer months. The bag limit is 6 fish combined walleye and sauger and there is no minimum length limit on the sauger. Access information: There are 5 public boat landings at Lake Monona scattered at each corner of the lake, all of which are owned and operated by the city of Madison or Dane County Parks and require daily launch passes. Species population information: Spring 2022 survey results demonstrated a developing panfish fishery that should provide you with opportunities for a nice fish fry. Current regulation: Walleye fishing on the lake proper of Lake Superior is open all year with a bag limit of 5 but only one fish over 20 inches. Overall, 20 muskellunge were captured ranging from 29.4 to 50.5 inches with an average length of 38.3 inches. Northern pike was sampled in 2022 as part of the Marion Millpond comprehensive fish survey. Other species: northern pike, walleye, bluegill, largemouth and smallmouth bass. Because of fluctuating water levels and a history of winter fish kills, the lake is aerated each winter. Every fall, the Wisconsin DNR conducts a lake trout spawning survey on two nearshore reefs near Milwaukee. They ranged from 30.4 to 48.4 inches and the average length was 39.4 inches. These regulations are aimed at providing a variety of trout angling opportunities and the DNR the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of various trout regulations. An accurate length measurement at the time of capture will be essential in analyzing growth rates over time. The channel catfish population in the Chippewa Falls Flowage is very healthy and at a relatively high density. The run tapered in late September, as is typical for the river. Northern pike has no minimum length limit, but northern pike from 25 inches to 35 inches may not be kept. Overall, the current adult stock of Winnebago system walleye should provide good angling opportunities and the two most recent walleye hatches are a prosperous indication for years to come. Species population information: During a 2022 spring electrofishing survey, the observed length range was 8.2 to 21.6 inches with an average length of 16.0 inches. Species population information: Brown Trout are the primary trout species caught in Pine Creek. Abundance increased throughout the 1990s to a peak near 2000 and has stabilized since. Of all the walleye handled in the survey, 30 percent were greater than 15 inches. This increase is, in part, driven by the recruitment of the strong 2021 walleye year class. The Milwaukee River supports a good run of steelhead. Come early spring, the Milwaukee River hosts overlapping runs of brown trout and steelhead . Access information: There are two boat launches on Marion Millpond, but the primary access is the boat launch located at Wallace Park off HWY SS in Marion, WI. Surveyed bluegill topped out at just under nine inches. The upper mile is listed as class 1 trout water and transitions to class 2 water for the remaining 3.5 miles. The average length of lake whitefish harvested in Lake Superior is generally around 18 to 19 inches, with several measuring over 25 inches each year. Species population information: Average Length 33 inches. Species population information: A 2019 spring fyke-netting survey was completed for the northern pike. These ponds are an excellent opportunity to catch largemouth bass! Species population information: Token Creek in Dane County is an urbanized stream with pockets of quality fishing opportunities to target brown trout. Of interest: The DNR continues to stock Great Lake spotted muskies into Green Bay and its tributaries. In our spring 2022 fyke netting survey we captured 383 muskies in both lakes combined. Bluegill, black crappie, and walleye are also common in Lake Nebagamon offering anglers the opportunity for a multi-species outing. Ninety-one percent of the channel catfish measured were over 16 inches. Current regulation: The lake trout season on Lake Michigan and tributaries are open year-round with a daily bag limit of 5 in total with other trout and salmon and a minimum length of 10 inches. Species population information: Big Green Lake currently supports a low-density muskellunge population that provides trophy (>50 inches) fishing opportunities for anglers. Current regulation: During May and June, a total of 15 panfish may be kept, but only 5 of any one species. Brown Trout numbers were high in 2022 and ranged from 695 to more than 2,000 catchable fish per mile! Panfish have a daily bag limit of 15, but only 5 of any one species can be kept. Species population information: During the 2022 spring netting survey of Lake Wyona, 119 northern pikes were collected, and the catch rate was 7.9 fish per net night. Twenty-nine females averaging 49.6 inches and ranging from 40.8 55.5 inches were captured. Species population information: From netting and electrofishing samples in early spring 2022 we estimated that Pulaski Lakes walleye population had 188 adults or 1.5 adults per acre. Current regulation: No minimum length limit with a daily bag limit of 5. 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. Consult the DNRs lake page for more lake and launch information. A state park sticker or a daily pass is required, and one public boat launch is available. Be aware of the ice holes if you are fishing in the lake in the winter. Current regulation: Northern pike on the Chetek Chain are managed with a 26-inch minimum length limit and two fish daily bag limit. Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 10 AM - 12 PM and 5-6 PM. PSD or proportional stock density of fish at quality size (21.0 inches for Northern Pike) increased from 26 to 40. The population estimate for adult muskellunge is 677 fish, or 0.21 fish per acre, and is higher than most other A-1 trophy musky lakes (the median population estimate for A-1 musky lakes is .13 per acre). https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/fishing/lakemichigan/fallfishing.html. Current regulation: Open all year. Laxey Creek contains over two miles of public access, thanks to the Iowa County Farm public property. Camping, fishing, hunting, hiking and horseback riding are permitted within the state park and a public beach and picnic area are provided. 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. The daily bag limit is 5. Populations of the brook and brown trout upstream of the Amherst Milldam are entirely self-sustained through natural reproduction. No minimum length limit. Of interest: Lake Mohawksin gets its name from the last syllable of its three main tributaries: the Somo River (Mo), the Tomahawk River (hawk), and the Wisconsin River (sin). Access information: Washington Township maintains a public boat landing in Boot Lakes southernmost lobe. Species population information: 2022 fall electrofishing surveys showed a healthy bluegill fishery. The mean length of harvested yellow perch was 9.2 inches with fish 9 inches comprising 70.0 percent and fish 10 inches comprising 18.6 percent of harvested fish. The average length of a lake trout caught by anglers was 25 inches. An estimated 258,025 yellow perch were harvested by anglers between May 20 and Nov. 15, 2021 (end of open water creel). Jeff Scheirer, Fisheries Biologist, Park Falls. The lake was re-stocked with northern pike, largemouth bass and bluegill between 2010 and 2012. Species population information: A total of 1,592 walleye were captured during a spring 2022 fyke netting survey on Lake DuBay. Northern pike was sampled at a moderate rate of 15.6/mile and ranged from 19.6-26.1 inches, with an average length of 22.6 inches. Of interest: In 2022, the DNR renovated 4,000 feet of in-stream habitat structures built in the late 1970s. Though modest in numbers, the population had a favorable size distribution that should satisfy most anglers. Of interest: Long Lake has invasive rainbow smelt. A dam at Kletszch Park stops most fish, but in some years many steelhead jump the dam and run all the way to the next dam in Grafton, some 20 miles upriver. Access information: There are two boat launches found on Pewaukee Lake: the newly rebuilt Nagawaukee County Park boat launch on the west side and Smokeys Muskie Shop on the east side. The air might still be a bit chilly, but the fishing is hot! The 2023 Lake Trout quotas in both WI-1 and WI-2 will remain the same as the past season, but this year is the last within the quota cycle. 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. PSD for walleye (15 inches for quality size) increased from 97 to 99. Flathead catfish's average length was 25.4 inches with an average weight of 8.01 pounds. A strong year class of small individuals < 15 inches will enter the fishery in the next year or two providing continued success. Check out this webpage for details: https://dnr.wi.gov/topic/lands/boataccess/. Species population information: Electrofishing surveys on Little Willow Creek in 2022 found ~1500 brook trout per mile. This report follows the virtual meeting on 29 April 2021 between the Panel and the team of Veszprm, one of the European Capitals of Culture (ECoC) in 20231. No minimum length. Both caught browns between 32 and 33 inches in length and set multiple PBs (personal bests) for trout. Bluegill's average length (4.3 in 2014 and 4.2 in 2022) and PSD (17 in 2014 and 15 in 2022) remained constant. The lake is relatively shallow and provides a nice opportunity for fishing from a canoe, kayak, or other small boat. 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). There is no minimum length limit, and the daily bag limit is 5 trout. Additionally, in 2014, the DNR formed a partnership with the Michigan DNR in which the Michigan DNR collects eggs and milt from adult muskies in Lake St. Clair and the Detroit River and transfers these fish as small fingerlings to the DNR. During a 2022 spring electrofishing survey, crews sampled smallmouth bass at a high rate of 19.6/mile. Of interest: One of the largest springs in the area enters this stream near its headwaters and is protected by a DNR streambank easement. Since offshore stocking began, the harvest rate has generally improved compared to the previous 10 years. River segment length: 3 miles. Lots of research is currently ongoing to help preserve this successful and sustainable fishery for years to come. Catch rate varied from 26-50 fish per mile and percent of fish over 8 inches varied from 0-20 percent. More good news is that the trawling surveys indicated that 2022 produced a strong year class with a relative abundance of YOY yellow perch estimated at 660/hour. Species population information: Sampling in August 2022 produced several brown trout greater than 15 inches and brook trout over 8 inches. The minimum length is 10 inches. Sampling occurred near the city of River Falls, however fishing upstream of the city to Interstate 94 should yield similar results. Milwaukee River - Wisconsin Fishing Reports 51 LIGHT RAIN WindsWSW 16mph Humidity83% Visibility3mi MORE WEATHER WISCONSIN FISHING REPORTS FISHING REPORTS Milwaukee River Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Wisconsin drives SEE OFFERS THE 2023 SUBURBAN Share this page: Today's Fishing Forecast Current regulation: The minimum length limit is 18 inches with a daily bag limit of 1. Most access is provided by DNR streambank easements purchased from private landowners by the DNR. Current regulation: 8-inch minimum length limit, 3 fish daily bag limit. Species population information: Average Length 17 inches, 2.5 adults per surface acre. Likewise, the proportions of quality-size bass 12 inches and preferred-size bass 15 inches rose from 38 percent and 5 percent in 2012 to 54 percent and 10 percent in 2022. 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. The Winnebago system supports a naturally sustaining walleye population that provides excellent angling opportunities. Before switching to large fingerlings for better survival, the DNR stocked 26,150 walleyes 1.6 inches on average from 2003 to 2013. . Brown trout are most active during low daylight and at night. The average weight peaked at 21.9 pounds in 2018 and remained large but decreased to 19.6 pounds in 2022. It has a surface area of 22,400 square making it the largest lake en Brown Deer Park Pond is a 5 acre waterway in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. 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. Considering the out-of-the-way location of these lakes, the light fishing pressure they receive and anglers far-reaching reluctance to catch and keep muskies, the angling harvest would not help to reduce the musky abundance and improve their size distribution. MILWAUKEE COUNTY. Current Temp: 25.66 Max Temp: 31.55 Min Temp: 25.66. This was from the week of Oct 10th 2022 on the Milwaukee River.I got CATFISHED!!! The walleye fishery in the Western Arm of Lake Superior is almost fully supported by natural reproduction from the St. Louis River. Cooperative stocking efforts by the DNR and Green Lake Sanitary District have continued to help bolster the population and provide angling opportunities. Access information: Cox Hollow Lake is located in Governor Dodge state park. Staff is already busy evaluating recent data to update the harvest limits for the new quota cycle beginning in the 2024 season, and public meetings will be scheduled in 2023 for feedback opportunities. Access information: The DNR maintains a primitive landing that can accommodate medium-size fishing boats at the end of Snuss Boulevard near Mason Lakes outlet on the south shore. No minimum length limit, fish between 25 and 35 inches may not be kept, and the daily bag limit of two. Fishing dock. The 2022 trawl survey also indicated a walleye year class that ranks third since the survey began in 1986. With decreased abundance, the size structure of Boot Lakes largemouth bass population has improved. July and August are the most popular months to troll for Lake Trout, and several nearshore zones that limit commercial fishing opportunities exist in part to help anglers avoid commercial fishing nets. 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