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Fishing in Waukesha, WI

Wisconsin, United States

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Top fish species in Waukesha

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Northern pike

Pike River

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Bluegill

Little Muskego Lake

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Pumpkinseed

Little Muskego Lake

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Black crappie

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Black crappie

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Smallmouth bass

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Steelhead

Root River

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Largemouth bass

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Rock bass

Honey Lake

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Steelhead

Menomonee River

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About Waukesha fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Waukesha, Wisconsin. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 12,057 catches for Largemouth bass, 3,785 catches for Northern pike, and 3,566 catches for Smallmouth bass.

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jake.white +267 others fished here since January 2025

7-day weather forecast in Waukesha

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52 °F29 °F

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62 °F35 °F

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76 °F52 °F

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49 °F38 °F

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Fishing regulations in Waukesha

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 April 17, 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 Waukesha fishing

Anglers in Waukesha, WI recommend these top fishing spots: Pewaukee Lake, Little Muskego Lake, Lake Okauchee, Menomonee River, and Bark River.
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