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Paya Lake

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Wisconsin, United States

5.0·11 catches

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Paya Lake fishing reports

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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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Rock bass

6 in · 3 oz

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Smallmouth bass

15 in · 3 lb

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Largemouth bass

8 in · 1 lb

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Largemouth bass

20 in · 5 lb 6 oz

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General info

Paya Lake is a lake located in Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States. It is most popular for fishing Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, and Rock bass.

Location

45°16′34.4″N 88°29′4″W
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Fishing regulations at Paya Lake, WI

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 Paya Lake fishing

Paya Lake is a lake located in Oconto County, Wisconsin, United States. Its coordinates are:
45°16′34.4″N 88°29′4″W
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