🐟 What fish can you catch in Milwaukee?

Most commonly caught species around Milwaukee , WI : Largemouth bass - 13,140 reported catches Northern pike - 3,786 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 3,502 reported catches Bluegill - 2,412 reported catches Rock bass - 1,432 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Milwaukee fishing reports?

The latest Milwaukee , WI fishing reports are: @Tanks.r.us reported a nice Chinook salmon at Root River . @Henbox1645 reported a nice Steelhead at Menomonee River . @Tanks.r.us reported a nice Coho salmon at Root River . @Jake_Blanco reported a nice Brown trout . @nicholas-sansone reported a nice Northern pike at Root River . .

Fishing in Milwaukee, WI

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Milwaukee, Wisconsin?

Anglers in Milwaukee , WI recommend these top fishing spots: Fox River , Lake Michigan (WI) , Milwaukee River , Root River , Little Muskego Lake .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Milwaukee?

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Top fish species in Milwaukee

Latest Milwaukee fishing reports

Chinook salmon

Root River

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Steelhead

Menomonee River

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Coho salmon

Root River

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Brown trout

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Northern pike

Root River

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Chinook salmon

Root River

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Steelhead

Milwaukee River

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Steelhead

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Coho salmon

Root River

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Brown trout

Root River

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Fishing regulations in Milwaukee

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Wisconsin can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about Milwaukee fishing

Anglers in Milwaukee, WI recommend these top fishing spots: Fox River, Lake Michigan (WI), Milwaukee River, Root River, and Little Muskego Lake.

Most commonly caught species around Milwaukee, WI:

Largemouth bass - 13,140 reported catches
Northern pike - 3,786 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 3,502 reported catches
Bluegill - 2,412 reported catches
Rock bass - 1,432 reported catches

The latest Milwaukee, WI fishing reports are:

@Tanks.r.us reported a nice Chinook salmon at Root River.
@Henbox1645 reported a nice Steelhead at Menomonee River.
@Tanks.r.us reported a nice Coho salmon at Root River.
@Jake_Blanco reported a nice Brown trout.
@nicholas-sansone reported a nice Northern pike at Root River.

Download the and see today's Fishing and Weather Forecast for Milwaukee, WI. We give you weather trends and help you find the perfect window to catch your next personal best. With Fishbrain Pro, you will get the following capabilities: