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East Branch Pecatonica River

Wisconsin, United States

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East Branch Pecatonica River fishing reports

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Northern pike

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Smallmouth bass

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General info

East Branch Pecatonica River is a stream located in Lafayette County, Wisconsin, United States. It is also intersecting with Iowa County, Wisconsin. It is most popular for fishing Northern pike, Smallmouth bass, and Walleye.

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42Β°48β€²20β€³N 89Β°51β€²15.2β€³W
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Fishing regulations at East Branch Pecatonica River, WI

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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 14, 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 East Branch Pecatonica River fishing

the East Branch Pecatonica River is a stream located in Lafayette County, Wisconsin, United States. It is also intersecting with Iowa County, Wisconsin. Its coordinates are:
42Β°48β€²20β€³N 89Β°51β€²15.2β€³W
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The most common species in the East Branch Pecatonica River are:
  • Northern pike - 16 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Smallmouth bass - 13 members reported to have caught this fish
  • Walleye - 6 members reported to have caught this fish
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