Fishing near Madison, WI
Nearest public waters
Straight-line distance from Madison. Tap a water for its spot profile.
| Water | State | Distance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mississippi River | IA | 73 mi | river |
| Lake Winnebago Walleye and sturgeon spearing. | WI | 81 mi | lake |
| Lake Michigan (Chicago) Coho salmon and steelhead. | IL | 117 mi | coast |
| Fox River Smallmouth bass. | IL | 119 mi | river |
| Lake Macbride Trout-stocked. | IA | 139 mi | lake |
| Lake Michigan (Indiana) Salmon and trout. | IN | 158 mi | coast |
| Door County (Green Bay) Smallmouth and salmon. | WI | 178 mi | coast |
| Manistee River Salmon and steelhead. | MI | 194 mi | river |
WI license & regulations
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WI DNR)
- Resident annual: verify locally
- Non-resident annual: verify locally
- Source: verify locally — see Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WI DNR) current license fees and regulations.
Species nearby
WalleyeCatfishSturgeonCoho SalmonSteelheadSmallmouth BassRainbow TroutLargemouth BassChinook SalmonSalmon
Distances are straight-line estimates from the city center for planning only. Confirm public access, boat launches, and local rules with the managing agency before you travel.