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Catfish fishing in Wisconsin

Wisconsin provides strong freshwater fishing opportunities for catfish. Lakes, rivers, and reservoirs across the state offer reliable action for anglers.

Types of Catfish in Wisconsin

Best baits and lures for Catfish in Wisconsin

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Latest Catfish fishing reports in Wisconsin

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Channel catfish

Pecatonica River (WI)

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Channel catfish

Rubicon River

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Channel catfish

Pecatonica River (WI)

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Channel catfish

Pecatonica River (WI)

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Channel catfish

Pecatonica River (WI)

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Channel catfish

Pecatonica River (WI)

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Channel catfish

Baraboo River

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Channel catfish

Lake Winnebago

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Channel catfish

Lake Butte des Morts

38 in · 22 lb

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Channel catfish

Eau Claire River (Eau Claire)

30 in · 10 lb

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Regulations for Catfish in Wisconsin

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44°47′12.8″N 89°52′13.8″W
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