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Wind & weather
National Weather ServiceWhat Wissota is best for
DNR data
WalleyeAbundant9.0
MuskyCommon · stocked7.9
SmallmouthCommon6.9
Northern pikeCommon6.9
BluegillPanfish, present4.4
PerchPanfish, present4.4
CrappiePanfish, present4.4
LargemouthPresent4.4How we rate
Start from how common the DNR says the fish is (abundant 7.5, common 6, present 3.5). Add 1 if the DNR stocked it in the last 5 years, 0.6 for walleye in two-story or complex lakes, and up to 0.9 for lake size. The DNR counts bluegill, perch and crappie together as panfish, so they share a score.
Depth map
Wisconsin DNRSheets 3 to 6
The DNR drew Wissota on 6 sheets.
Tap a map to zoom. Pinch or scroll to zoom in, drag to move.
Not for navigation. Old survey; depths and weed lines change.
Rules on this lake
DNR · checked 2026-10-08| Walleye | 13" min · keep none 16–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Musky | 50" min · 1 a dayMay 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water | Open |
| Northern pike | No size limit · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Bass | 14" min · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Panfish | No size limit · 25 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
| Sturgeon | All sturgeon taken with hook and line must be tagged and registered. The minimum length is 60" and season limit is 1 fishSeptember 5, 2026 to September 30, 2026 | Open |
| Catfish | No size limit · 10 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
Launches & access
7 public- AccessDirections
- Access - Chippewa Rod and Gun ClubDirections
- Access - Near County Highway XDirections
- Access at Lake Wissota State ParkDirections
- Access Off 189th St (North Of Lake Wissota)Directions
- AccessDirections
- Access At Hwy SDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2025 | 1,000 muskellunge large fingerling, 11" |
| 2024 | 2,467 muskellunge large fingerling, 13" |
| 2023 | 825 muskellunge large fingerling, 11" |
| 2022 | 2,500 muskellunge large fingerling, 12" 272 muskellunge large fingerling, 11" |
| 2021 | 1,146 muskellunge large fingerling, 14.1" |
The DNR has 50 fish surveys on file for this lake.
Before you go
DNRThis is health advice about eating fish, from the DNR. It is not how many you can catch or keep. Catch limits are in Rules.
Eat any amount Bluegill And Sunfish, Bullheads, Crappies, Inland Trout, Yellow Perch
Up to 1 meal a week All Other Species And Sizes, Bass, Catfish, Pike, Walleye
Up to 1 meal a month Carp, Lake Sturgeon, Muskies
Advice for this water. Stricter for women who may get pregnant and children under 15. DNR detailsBanded Mystery Snail · Chinese Mystery Snail · Curly-Leaf Pondweed · Eurasian Water-Milfoil · Rusty Crayfish
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Ice on Wissota
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Catches & reportsLakes near Wissota
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tilden Mill PondChippewa | 5.5 | 61 | 11 ft |
| Popple LakeChippewa | 6.6 | 90 | 25 ft |
| Jim LakeChippewa | 7.8 | 58 | 20 ft |
| Lake Hallie, Lake Hallie 2Chippewa | 8.2 | 79 | 13 ft |
| Old Abe LakeChippewa | 8.2 | 1,072 | 36 ft |
| Howe LakeChippewa | 8.8 | 68 | 39 ft |
| Finley LakeChippewa | 9.8 | 56 | 27 ft |
| Cornell LakeChippewa | 10.9 | 194 | 39 ft |
Wissota questions
How deep is Wissota Lake?
Wissota Lake is 64.4 feet at its deepest. It covers 6,148 acres.
What fish are in Wissota Lake?
The Wisconsin DNR lists walleye (abundant), musky (common), smallmouth bass (common), northern pike (common), catfish (common), panfish (present), largemouth bass (present) and sturgeon (present).
Where is the boat launch on Wissota Lake?
There are 7 public launches: Access, Access - Chippewa Rod and Gun Club, Access - Near County Highway X, Access at Lake Wissota State Park, Access Off 189th St (North Of Lake Wissota), Access and Access At Hwy S.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Wissota Lake?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Wissota Lake?
13" min · keep none 16–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is Wissota Lake stocked?
Yes. In 2025 the DNR and partners stocked 1,000 muskellunge (large fingerling).
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Sources: Wisconsin DNR (lake facts, species, rules, stocking, consumption advice, survey map), National Weather Service (forecast). Sun and moon computed for the lake's location. Best times are a model of light and moon, not a promise. Checked 2026-10-08.