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DNR data
WalleyeCommon · stocked8.4
LargemouthCommon6.8
SmallmouthCommon6.8
Northern pikeCommon6.8
MuskyPresent · stocked5.3
PerchPanfish, present · stocked5.3
BluegillPanfish, present4.3
CrappiePanfish, present4.3How 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
Wisconsin DNRTap 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 | 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 dayJune 20, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Panfish | No size limit · 25 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
| Sturgeon | No fishing | Closed |
Launches & access
8 public- Landing #3 - State ForestDirections
- Landing #1 - W Bay State ForestDirections
- Landing No. 7 Peshtigo Riv SFDirections
- Channel - #5Directions
- Landing No. 6 - Peshtigo Riv SFDirections
- Twin - #4Directions
- Bass Bay - #2Directions
- Stephenson Park RampDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2025 | 15,387 walleye large fingerling, 8.01" |
| 2024 | 736 muskellunge large fingerling, 11.5" |
| 2023 | 10,856 walleye small fingerling, 2.92" 9,995 walleye large fingerling, 7.19" |
| 2021 | 7,500 yellow perch small fingerling, 3" 14,776 walleye large fingerling, 8.21" 735 muskellunge large fingerling, 10.98" |
| 2019 | 14,708 walleye large fingerling, 7.45" 705 muskellunge large fingerling, 10" |
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, Inland Trout, Yellow Perch
Up to 1 meal a week All Other Species And Sizes, Bass, Black Crappie, Catfish, Pike
Up to 1 meal a month Muskies, Walleye (Larger Than 17")
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 · Flowering Rush · Rusty Crayfish · Zebra Mussel
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Ice on High Falls Reservoir
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Catches & reportsLakes near High Falls Reservoir
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Falls Flowage 647Marinette | 2.4 | 158 | 37 ft |
| Eagle LakeMarinette | 3.7 | 56 | 30 ft |
| Thunder LakeMarinette | 4.1 | 135 | 62 ft |
| Frieda LakeMarinette | 4.6 | 65 | 33 ft |
| Caldron Falls Reservoir*Marinette | 4.7 | 1,018 | 40 ft |
| Little Newton LakeMarinette | 5.5 | 60 | 53 ft |
| Newton LakeMarinette | 5.9 | 68 | 40 ft |
| Elbow LakeMarinette | 7.4 | 62 | 60 ft |
High Falls Reservoir questions
How deep is High Falls Reservoir?
High Falls Reservoir is 54 feet at its deepest, and 12 feet deep on average. It covers 1,471 acres.
What fish are in High Falls Reservoir?
The Wisconsin DNR lists largemouth bass (common), smallmouth bass (common), northern pike (common), walleye (common), musky (present) and panfish (present).
Where is the boat launch on High Falls Reservoir?
There are 8 public launches: Landing #3 - State Forest, Landing #1 - W Bay State Forest, Landing No. 7 Peshtigo Riv SF, Channel - #5, Landing No. 6 - Peshtigo Riv SF, Twin - #4, Bass Bay - #2 and Stephenson Park Ramp.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish High Falls Reservoir?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on High Falls Reservoir?
15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is High Falls Reservoir stocked?
Yes. In 2025 the DNR and partners stocked 15,387 walleye (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.