Today on Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)
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Wind & weather
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DNR data
WalleyeAbundant8.9
MuskyCommon · stocked7.8
SmallmouthCommon6.8
BluegillPanfish, present4.3
PerchPanfish, present4.3
CrappiePanfish, present4.3
LargemouthPresent4.3
Northern pikePresent4.3How 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 DNRThe DNR drew Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau) on 2 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 | 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 | 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 | 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
5 public- Access off Community Park RdDirections
- Access Off Point RdDirections
- Access at The End Of Point RdDirections
- Boat Ramp Off Dairyland Dam RdDirections
- Access - Josie Creek RdDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2025 | 428 muskellunge large fingerling, 12.2" |
| 2023 | 436 muskellunge large fingerling, 11.9" |
| 2022 | 253 muskellunge large fingerling, 11" |
| 2021 | 318 muskellunge large fingerling, 13.9" |
| 2019 | 234 muskellunge large fingerling, 12.6" |
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
Up to 1 meal a month Muskies, Walleye
Advice for this water. Stricter for women who may get pregnant and children under 15. DNR detailsChinese Mystery Snail · Eurasian Water-Milfoil · Rusty Crayfish
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Ice on Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)
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Catches & reportsLakes near Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Falls FlowageRusk | 3.8 | 369 | 45 ft |
| Ladysmith FlowageRusk | 5.4 | 288 | 19 ft |
| Lea Flowage (Lea Lake)Rusk | 6.8 | 232 | 9 ft |
| Lake La VerneRusk | 10.3 | 60 | 12 ft |
| White Birch LakeSawyer | 11.4 | 87 | 6 ft |
| Thornapple FlowageRusk | 11.9 | 268 | 19 ft |
| Shamrock LakeRusk | 13.1 | 56 | 8 ft |
| Windfall LakeSawyer | 13.7 | 102 | 16 ft |
Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau) questions
How deep is Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)?
Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau) is 70 feet at its deepest, and 24 feet deep on average. It covers 1,870 acres.
What fish are in Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)?
The Wisconsin DNR lists walleye (abundant), musky (common), smallmouth bass (common), panfish (present), largemouth bass (present), northern pike (present), sturgeon (present) and catfish (present).
Where is the boat launch on Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)?
There are 5 public launches: Access off Community Park Rd, Access Off Point Rd, Access at The End Of Point Rd, Boat Ramp Off Dairyland Dam Rd and Access - Josie Creek Rd.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau)?
15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.
Is Dairyland Reservoir (Flambeau) stocked?
Yes. In 2025 the DNR and partners stocked 428 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.