Today on Half Moon
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Wind & weather
National Weather ServiceWhat Half Moon is best for
DNR data
LargemouthAbundant8.1
BluegillPanfish, common6.6
PerchPanfish, common6.6
CrappiePanfish, common6.6
Northern pikeCommon6.6
WalleyePresent · stocked5.7How 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 | 18" min · 3 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Northern pike | No size limit · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
 Bass | No size limit · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | Open |
| Panfish | No size limit · 25 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
| Sturgeon | No fishing | Closed |
Launches & access
3 public- Voss LandingDirections
- Breezy Bay AccessDirections
- Access Nr 190th Ave - Southern Tip Of LakeDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2025 | 6,355 walleye large fingerling, 7.25" |
| 2023 | 5,787 walleye large fingerling, 6.6" |
| 2021 | 6,188 walleye large fingerling, 7.3" |
| 2019 | 5,790 walleye large fingerling, 6.6" |
| 2017 | 5,786 walleye large fingerling, 6.4" |
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 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 detailsBanded Mystery Snail · Chinese Mystery Snail · Curly-Leaf Pondweed · Eurasian Water-Milfoil · Rusty Crayfish · Yellow Iris
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Ice on Half Moon
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Catches & reportsLakes near Half Moon
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balsam LakePolk | 2.1 | 2,054 | 37 ft |
| Antler LakePolk | 3 | 101 | 22 ft |
| Bone LakePolk | 3.2 | 1,781 | 43 ft |
| Little Pine LakePolk | 3.2 | 54 | 14 ft |
| Rice LakePolk | 3.4 | 128 | 10 ft |
| Vincent LakePolk | 4.2 | 70 | 15 ft |
| Wild Goose LakePolk | 4.3 | 182 | 12 ft |
| Big Blake LakePolk | 4.4 | 302 | 14 ft |
Half Moon questions
How deep is Half Moon Lake?
Half Moon Lake is 60 feet at its deepest, and 25 feet deep on average. It covers 550 acres.
What fish are in Half Moon Lake?
The Wisconsin DNR lists largemouth bass (abundant), panfish (common), northern pike (common) and walleye (present).
Where is the boat launch on Half Moon Lake?
There are 3 public launches: Voss Landing, Breezy Bay Access and Access Nr 190th Ave - Southern Tip Of Lake.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Half Moon Lake?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Half Moon Lake?
18" min · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is Half Moon Lake stocked?
Yes. In 2025 the DNR and partners stocked 6,355 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.