Today on Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
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Wind & weather
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DNR data
WalleyeAbundant9.0
Northern pikeCommon6.9
MuskyPresent4.4
SmallmouthPresent4.4How 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 8
The DNR drew Big Eau Pleine Reservoir on 8 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 2026-10-07| Walleye | 15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Musky | 40" min · 1 a dayMay 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water | Open |
| Northern pike | 32" min · 1 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Bass | 14" min · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Sturgeon | No fishing | Closed |
Launches & access
12 public- Lisas LandingDirections
- Access Off Eau Pleine Park RdDirections
- Access at Near County Hwy ODirections
- Access at Near Maryel Dr And Ruth DrDirections
- Access at Near Sandy Shore RdDirections
- Access at End Of Rd To South Off Big Eau Pleine Park RoadDirections
- George's LandingDirections
- Access at Near Eau Pleine Park RdDirections
- Access at South Of Big Eau Pleine Park RdDirections
- Access at Near Fisherman Cv Off Cth SDirections
- Access at Paradise Dr Nr Cth CDirections
- Access at Austin Ln And Oxbo RdDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2017 | 3,000,000 walleye fry, 1" |
| 2016 | 2,000,000 walleye fry, 1" 2,500 muskellunge large fingerling, 11.24" |
| 2015 | 1,000,000 walleye fry, 1" 2,498 muskellunge large fingerling, 11.3" |
| 2014 | 500,000 walleye fry, 1" 100,000 northern pike fry, 1" 2,500 muskellunge large fingerling, 9.7" |
| 2013 | 200,000 walleye fry, 1" |
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 Bass, Catfish, Pike, Walleye, All Other Species and Sizes
Up to 1 meal a month Muskies
Statewide advice; no lake-specific advisory. Stricter for women who may get pregnant and children under 15. DNR detailsIce on Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
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Catches & reportsLakes near Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Rice LakeMarathon | 5.8 | 220 | 5 ft |
| Lake Du BayMarathon | 6.7 | 6,700 | 30 ft |
| Mosinee FlowageMarathon | 7.5 | 994 | 18 ft |
| Lake WausauMarathon | 15.5 | 1,918 | 30 ft |
| Eau Claire Flowage (Schofield)Marathon | 16.2 | 184 | 10 ft |
| Wisconsin R Fl C3-Stevens PtPortage | 16.2 | 2,093 | 25 ft |
| Bentley Pond (Dana Pond)Portage | 18.3 | 86 | 5 ft |
| Big Bass LakeMarathon | 19 | 174 | 13 ft |
Big Eau Pleine Reservoir questions
How deep is Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
Big Eau Pleine Reservoir is 46 feet at its deepest, and 16 feet deep on average. It covers 6,348 acres.
What fish are in Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
The Wisconsin DNR lists walleye (abundant), northern pike (common), musky (present) and smallmouth bass (present).
Where is the boat launch on Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
There are 12 public launches: Lisas Landing, Access Off Eau Pleine Park Rd, Access at Near County Hwy O, Access at Near Maryel Dr And Ruth Dr, Access at Near Sandy Shore Rd, Access at End Of Rd To South Off Big Eau Pleine Park Road, George's Landing, Access at Near Eau Pleine Park Rd, Access at South Of Big Eau Pleine Park Rd, Access at Near Fisherman Cv Off Cth S, Access at Paradise Dr Nr Cth C and Access at Austin Ln And Oxbo Rd.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is Big Eau Pleine Reservoir stocked?
Yes. In 2017 the DNR and partners stocked 3,000,000 walleye (fry).
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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.