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Fishing in South Milwaukee, WI

Wisconsin, United States

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Top fish species in South Milwaukee

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Rainbow trout

Delafield Fish Hatchery

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Channel catfish

Des Plaines River

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Frogface goby

Delafield Fish Hatchery

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Largemouth bass

Underwood Creek

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Smallmouth bass

Des Plaines River

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Yellow perch

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Northern pike

Des Plaines River

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Northern pike

Echo Lake

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Largemouth bass

Sterling Lake

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Smallmouth bass

Des Plaines River

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About South Milwaukee fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around South Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 11,057 catches for Largemouth bass, 3,066 catches for Northern pike, and 2,602 catches for Smallmouth bass.

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Fishing regulations in South 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.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of May 5, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about South Milwaukee fishing

Anglers in South Milwaukee, WI recommend these top fishing spots: Root River, Milwaukee Bay, Lamplighter Park, Underwood Creek, and McKinley Marina.
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