Today on Winneconne
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Wind & weather
National Weather ServiceWhat Winneconne is best for
DNR data
BluegillPanfish, abundant8.4
PerchPanfish, abundant8.4
CrappiePanfish, abundant8.4
Northern pikeAbundant8.4
WalleyeCommon7.5
LargemouthCommon6.9
MuskyPresent · stocked5.4
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 3
The DNR drew Winneconne on 3 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 | No minimum length limit and the daily bag is 3, only one of which may be a sauger or hybridOpen All Year | 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 dayOpen All Year | Open |
| Panfish | No size limit · 25 a dayOpen All Year | Open |
| Sturgeon | No fishing | Closed |
| Catfish | See specific species regulations in this groupOpen All Year | Open |
Launches & access
3 public- Winneconne - Indian Shore Rd AccessDirections
- Winneconne - Park Off N. 3rd Ave.Directions
- Winneconne Village ParkDirections
Stocking
DNR records| 2021 | 2,500 muskellunge large fingerling, 10.08" |
The DNR has 1 fish survey 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 detailsCurly-Leaf Pondweed · Eurasian Water-Milfoil · Faucet Snail · Flowering Rush · Purple Loosestrife · Rusty Crayfish · Zebra Mussel
Drain all water, remove plants and animals, and never move live fish or bait to another lake.Near Winneconne
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Catches & reportsLakes near Winneconne
Within 25 miles| Lake | Miles | Acres | Max depth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake PoyganWaushara | 5.3 | 14,102 | 11 ft |
| Lake Butte des MortsWinnebago | 6.7 | 8,857 | 9 ft |
| Hogers BayouWinnebago | 7 | 51 | 4 ft |
| Partridge LakeWaupaca | 12.2 | 1,124 | 6 ft |
| Black Otter Lake (Hortonville)Outagamie | 14.1 | 75 | 9 ft |
| Cincoe LakeWaupaca | 14.2 | 169 | 4 ft |
| Little Lake Butte Des MortsWinnebago | 14.3 | 1,306 | 18 ft |
| Auroraville MillpondWaushara | 14.6 | 209 | 6 ft |
Winneconne questions
How deep is Lake Winneconne?
Lake Winneconne is 9 feet at its deepest. It covers 4,553 acres.
What fish are in Lake Winneconne?
The Wisconsin DNR lists panfish (abundant), northern pike (abundant), sturgeon (abundant), catfish (abundant), largemouth bass (common), walleye (common), musky (present) and smallmouth bass (present).
Where is the boat launch on Lake Winneconne?
There are 3 public launches: Winneconne - Indian Shore Rd Access, Winneconne - Park Off N. 3rd Ave. and Winneconne Village Park.
Do I need a trout stamp to fish Lake Winneconne?
A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.
What is the walleye limit on Lake Winneconne?
No minimum length limit and the daily bag is 3, only one of which may be a sauger or hybrid. Season: Open All Year.
Is Lake Winneconne stocked?
Yes. In 2021 the DNR and partners stocked 2,500 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.