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Wind & weather
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DNR data
WalleyeCommon · stocked8.4
BluegillPanfish, abundant8.3
PerchPanfish, abundant8.3
CrappiePanfish, abundant8.3
LargemouthAbundant8.3
Northern pikeCommon6.8
MuskyPresent · stocked5.3
SmallmouthPresent4.3How 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
Traced from DNR surveyTap a map to zoom. Pinch or scroll to zoom in, drag to move. Switch to the DNR map to see everything the surveyors marked.
Not for navigation. Old survey; depths and weed lines change.
Rules on this lake
DNR · checked 2026-10-07| Walleye | 15" min · 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 | 26" min · 2 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 | No fishing | Closed |
| Catfish | No size limit · 10 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
Launches & access
4 public- Access Nr Larson Beach RdDirections
- Goodland ParkDirections
- McConnell Street Boat LaunchDirections
- Lake Farm County ParkDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2025 | 1,037 muskellunge large fingerling, 12" |
| 2024 | 73,714 walleye small fingerling, 1.5" 1,037 muskellunge large fingerling, 11.74" |
| 2022 | 65,507 walleye small fingerling, 1.46" 350 muskellunge large fingerling, 10" |
| 2021 | 1,037 muskellunge large fingerling, 12" |
| 2020 | 2,500 northern pike large fingerling, 9.95" 574 muskellunge large fingerling, 12" 572 muskellunge large fingerling, 12" |
The DNR has 69 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 Bullheads, Inland Trout
Up to 1 meal a week All Other Species And Sizes, Catfish
Up to 1 meal a month Bluegill, Muskies, Pumpkinseed, Sheepshead, Yellow Bass
Do not eat Crappies, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Bass, Yellow Perch
Advice for this water. Stricter for women who may get pregnant and children under 15. DNR detailsChinese Mystery Snail · Curly-Leaf Pondweed · Eurasian Water-Milfoil · Purple Loosestrife · Spiny Waterflea · Zebra Mussel
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Ice on Waubesa
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Catches & reportsLakes near Waubesa
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Mud LakeDane | 1.9 | 223 | 8 ft |
| Mud LakeDane | 1.9 | 195 | 15 ft |
| Lake MononaDane | 4.3 | 3,274 | 64 ft |
| Lake KegonsaDane | 4.8 | 3,209 | 31 ft |
| Lake WingraDane | 5.7 | 345 | 21 ft |
| Lake MendotaDane | 8.1 | 9,842 | 82 ft |
| Stoughton Millpond 429Dane | 8.5 | 82 | 5 ft |
| Rice LakeDane | 16.7 | 170 | 8 ft |
Waubesa questions
How deep is Lake Waubesa?
Lake Waubesa is 38 feet at its deepest, and 16 feet deep on average. It covers 2,074 acres.
What fish are in Lake Waubesa?
The Wisconsin DNR lists panfish (abundant), largemouth bass (abundant), northern pike (common), walleye (common), musky (present), smallmouth bass (present) and catfish (present).
Where is the boat launch on Lake Waubesa?
There are 4 public launches: Access Nr Larson Beach Rd, Goodland Park, McConnell Street Boat Launch and Lake Farm County Park.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Lake Waubesa?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Lake Waubesa?
15" min · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is Lake Waubesa stocked?
Yes. In 2025 the DNR and partners stocked 1,037 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 2026-10-07.