Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin Fishing Report Today

Good afternoon folks, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for June 21st, 2025.

The sun came up at 5:12 AM today, with a beautiful stretch through to sunset at 8:41 PM—so you’ve got plenty of daylight to work the water. Weather’s classic early summer: we started in the low 60s with mild overnight clouds, but the mercury is pushing into the mid-70s by midday. Winds are coming out of the southwest at a steady 8 to 12 mph, which is just enough to get those shallow water predators comfortable and push baitfish along the leeward shorelines and points. No tidal swings on Winnebago, but those wind-driven currents do the trick for moving fish around.

Walleye have been the headline this month and today’s no different—morning and evening bites are best, with the hot action coming between 6:00 and 8:00 AM, then again during the golden hours, 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Anglers trolling crawler harnesses in 8 to 12 feet over reefs and mud flats are pulling consistent eaters with some slot fish mixed in, according to Eye-Catching Guide Service and plenty of locals. If you prefer casting or drifting, break out the chartreuse and firetiger paddle tail plastics, especially along weed edges and transition zones. Folks working jig-and-plastic combos are still landing solid fish.

Largemouth bass are firing too, especially near structure and newly emerged vegetation. The recent Omnia Fishing report had anglers doing well with Texas rigs and slow-rolled swim jigs—green pumpkin or black and blue has been the ticket. If you’re into cranking, work shallow-running crankbaits around rocky points and river channels where the bass are chasing minnows. Panfish action—perch, bluegill, and the occasional crappie—remains good near High Cliff State Park and Columbia Park, especially around submerged logs and docks.

Some local anglers are noting fewer bites midday as water warms and boat traffic ramps up, so plan on fishing low light for best results. For bait, nightcrawlers and leeches are solid all-around producers, but don’t overlook a good fathead or a piece of plastic when the bite slows.

Hot spots? High Cliff State Park is always reliable, offering easy access for both new and seasoned anglers, with plenty of perch, crappie, and walleye action. Kelly’s Point and Reef are pulling good numbers of walleye early and late, and the Neenah Dam at the Fox River mouth is seeing a steady run of panfish and eater-sized walleye, especially for anglers on foot. Fond du Lac and Columbia Park continue to be solid for shore and boat anglers alike.

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Good morning anglers, Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Today’s sunrise was bright and early at 5:13 AM, and you can expect sunset to roll in at 8:39 PM. No tides to worry about here, just classic Wisconsin freshwater action. Weather’s looking prime for fishing—temps sitting comfortably in the mid-70s, light winds out of the southwest, and barometers steady. Water clarity is fair in most areas, and the surface temp is coming in around 76°F, giving the fish plenty of energy to move around.

On the bite front, the walleye action has been solid as we push into midsummer. Reports from the Fond du Lac reefs say walleyes have been snapping, with one local hauling in three legal fish in 20 minutes before downsizing started taking over the action. Most of the better fish are coming off the reefs and transitions, especially where the bottom shifts from hard to soft. Trolling crankbaits, harnesses, and blade rigs has been productive, and now’s a great time to work weed edges or breaklines in 14 to 18 feet. If you’re a live bait fan, crawler harnesses and leeches on a slow drift are old standbys.

Perch fishing’s been a little tougher lately, with most boats working hard for just a fish or two, but there’s a trick—locals are having better luck rigging a simple sinker and hook tipped with a butter worm. Set your bait 6–8 inches off bottom in that 14–16 foot sweet spot, and work the transition zones. Red worms under a slip bobber have also put a few in the bucket. Average perch size has been around 10.5 inches.

Bass are active, especially in the early morning or late evening on deeper weed edges and around riprap. Topwater plugs at dawn, then soft plastics or spinnerbaits as the sun gets up are the ticket.

Remember, there’s some DNR attention on the area after a recent catch of invasive round goby near the Bowen Street Fishing Pier in Oshkosh, so keep an eye out and snap a photo if you land anything you’re not sure about. Report those catches to help keep our fishery healthy.

For hot spots, give the reef edges off Fond du Lac a shot for walleye, or poke around the mouth of the Fox River for a mix of bass, drum, and the occasional pike. North and west sides near Blackwolf and the transition flats in 14–16 feet are running strong for perch and walleye alike.

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Good morning folks, this is Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago fishing report for Friday, June 20th, 2025.

First light kissed the water at 5:12 AM, with sunset coming in at 8:41 PM—plenty of daylight to wet a line and chase your favorite species. We’ve got a classic early summer day shaping up: overnight clouds held temps in the low 60s, but expect it to warm quickly to the mid-70s by midday. Winds are out of the southwest at a steady 8 to 12 mph, just enough ripple to get the walleyes comfortable near structure and stir up those shallows for bass.

There’s no tidal swing here in the Winnebago system, but the changing winds will push surface water and baitfish into leeward shorelines and points, so keep that in mind as you plan your day.

Fish activity has been strong according to recent reports. Walleye continue to be the headliner as we push toward midsummer. The best bite is happening early—between 6:00 and 8:00 AM—then again during the last light from about 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Trollers working crawler harnesses in 8 to 12 feet of water along reefs and the mud flats are scoring solid eaters, with some bigger slots mixed in. If you’re a jig-and-plastic angler, drifting over the weed edges with chartreuse or firetiger paddle tails is still producing.

Yellow perch are showing up in nice numbers around rock rubble, especially near off-shore reefs and the west side of the lake between Oshkosh and Black Wolf. Perch are chewing on small leeches and fatheads under slip bobbers.

Bass anglers have been busy too: largemouth are hot along flooded timber and boat docks, with Texas rigs and green pumpkin Senkos being the ticket, according to Omnia Fishing reports from June 11th. Swim jigs and buzzbaits worked over submerged vegetation are also putting fish in the boat. Smallmouth are scattered but active around the rocky points near Wendt’s and Garlic Island—try a silver shad crankbait or a Ned rig for best results.

Catfish and freshwater drum are also biting well for shore anglers soaking cut bait or nightcrawlers around the river mouths and channel edges.

A couple of hot spots this week: the reefs off Merritt Avenue in Oshkosh have been loaded with solid walleyes during the dusk bite. For perch, don’t overlook Garlic Island, especially if you can get out before the boat traffic picks up.

One word of caution: the DNR is keeping an eye out after a round goby was caught near the Bowen Street Pier in Oshkosh earlier this month. No further catches, but keep your eyes peeled and report any suspicious fish.

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Artificial Lure with your Lake Winnebago Fishing Report for Wednesday, June 18, 2025.

It’s shaping up to be another picture-perfect mid-June day around Bago. Sunrise was at 5:12 AM with sunset coming at 8:39 PM, giving you a long window to wet a line. Expect highs in the upper 70s, a gentle southwest breeze, and fair skies. Water temps are running low to mid 70s—great for getting fish on the chew, especially at dawn and dusk when activity spikes.

The walleye bite remains the talk of the lake. Locals and guides are still seeing consistent action, especially along the reefs near Fond du Lac, Kelly’s Point, and Kelly’s Reef. Many boats are reporting quick limits in the transition zones from 14 to 16 feet of water, with fish averaging 14 to 18 inches. Early morning is prime time, but there’s a solid evening window too—so don’t call it quits early. Trolling crankbaits and crawler harnesses is producing best right now, but a simple sinker and hook rig tipped with butter worms or red worms, held just 6–8 inches off bottom, is a sleeper that’s putting ‘eyes in the boat when things slow down. If you like jigging, blade baits and jig-and-crawler combos are working along the reefs, especially as the wind picks up.

Perch are another highlight. Reports from folks fishing the transition areas say the average size is around 10.5 inches, and most are coming on the same butter worm or red worm rigs used for walleye. When the breeze lays down, bite slows, so moving around and timing your trips for the windy edges will help.

Bass action is rising with the water temp. Recent weeks have seen largemouth bass caught on Texas-rigged worms, swim jigs, and buzzbaits fished over submerged vegetation and along rocky points. Green pumpkin plastics and black/blue jigs are go-tos when bass are feeding on bluegill and minnows. Look for bass chasing bait along the west shore and near the river mouths.

If you’re after numbers or just breaking into Winnebago fishing, check out these hot spots:

- Kelly’s Point and Reef: Top choice for walleye, especially morning or dusk. Trolling is best, but drifting live bait rigs works too.

- Oshkosh Area: Great for multi-species action, with easy access to perch, walleye, and bass. Charter boats operate out of here if you want a guided trip.

- Neenah Dam at the mouth of Fox River: A true local favorite for shore-bound anglers, with panfish and walleye right where river meets lake.

Fish are feeding hard right now, so whatever your target, get your bait down to them and cover water. Beetle spins, blade baits, and live bait rigs all have their moments, but don’t overlook a simple crawler harness if the bite gets tough.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin, fishing report for Saturday, June 14, 2025.

Sunrise hit at 5:12 AM, with sunset rolling in at 8:39 PM. The June weather is sitting pretty today—highs in the upper 70s, mostly sunny skies, and just a light breeze out of the southwest. Water temps are prime, hovering in the low to mid-70s, which means fish are moving and feeding aggressively around dawn and dusk, so if you’re out early or plan to stay late, you’re in the strike zone.

Walleye are the talk of the lake right now. Recent reports from Eye-Catching Guide Service and local chatter confirm limits have been coming in strong, with most fish running 14 to 18 inches. Folks have been cleaning up along the reefs near Fond du Lac and around Kelly’s Point and Reef. Your best bet? Work the transition zones in 14 to 16 feet, especially in the early hours. Trolling crankbaits and harnesses tipped with nightcrawlers is the go-to, but don’t overlook a simple sinker-and-hook rig with a butter worm or red worm, just six to eight inches off the bottom. Those rigs accounted for about 90% of the perch action this week, with some quality 10.5-inch keepers being caught. When the wind dies down mid-day, the bite slows, but persistence pays—there are always some ‘eyes willing to bite if you stick to it.

Perch are showing up in decent numbers as well, particularly on the deeper edges and near weedlines. Again, butter worms and red worms are outperforming minnows right now. Occasional crappies are mixed in, especially near High Cliff State Park and the Neenah Dam at the Fox River mouth—both excellent spots for multispecies action.

Bass fishing has been steady, though not quite as hot as the walleye bite. Smallmouths can be found hugging rocky structure near Oshkosh and the east shore breaks, while largemouths are tucked into the bays and around Columbia Park. Beetle Spins and small crankbaits are producing, especially if you work the shallow weed flats during the warmer parts of the day.

For those looking for hot spots, put Kelly’s Point and Reef at the top of your list for walleye action. Fond du Lac’s south end and Columbia Park are great for shore fishing and launching, with steady panfish and some bonus bass in the mix. High Cliff State Park is always a winner for a relaxed outing, with marina access and good perch numbers this week.

No tidal swings on Winnebago, but that wind direction and barometer will play into mid-day fish positioning, so be ready to adjust your approach.

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Hello there, fellow anglers I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to guide for all things fishing in and around Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin. Today, June 14th, 2025, we're anticipating a fantastic day on the water. The sun rose at 5:09 AM, and we're expecting a beautiful sunset around 8:40 PM. The weather is looking perfect, with highs in the upper 70s and a light breeze coming in from the southwest.

Lake Winnebago is known for its incredible walleye fishing, and right now, it's red hot. Anglers have been pulling in limits, with fish averaging between 14 to 18 inches. The reefs near Fond du Lac and Kelly's Point are particularly productive, especially in the transition zones at depths of 14 to 16 feet. Trolling crankbaits and harnesses with nightcrawlers remains a deadly combination. Jig-and-crawler combos and blade baits are also catching plenty of walleye. Don't overlook drifting a hook and a sinker tipped with "Butter Worms" or red worms about six to eight inches off the bottom; it's been a game-changer for many anglers.

Perch are also biting well, with recent catches averaging around 10.5 inches. The best approach for perch is using a sinker and a hook tipped with a "Butter Worm," focusing on transition areas with the bait close to the bottom.

For those looking for a hotspot, Kelly's Point and Reef are must-visits. This area is teeming with walleye, thanks to the weeds surrounding the reef structure. Oshkosh is another great spot, offering charter boat fishing and access to Lake Butte des Morts.

As we head into the summer months, Lake Winnebago continues to be a fisherman's paradise. Whether you're after walleye, perch, or other species, this lake has something for everyone.

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Hey there, folks I'm Artificial Lure, your go-to fishing expert here in Wisconsin. Today, June 13th, I've got the scoop on what's happening around Lake Winnebago. Let's dive right in!

First off, the weather is looking pretty sweet with warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. The water temperature is around 76°F, which is perfect for getting those fish active. Sunrise was at about 5:15 AM, and we're expecting a sunset around 8:30 PM.

Now, I know some of you might be wondering about tides, but since we're in a freshwater lake, we don't have to worry about that. What we do have to worry about is where the fish are biting According to recent reports, the walleye bite is hot right now. Folks are catching them steadily, especially in the reef areas around Fond du Lac. For those interested in perch, the transition zones in depths of 14 to 16 feet have been producing some nice catches using sinkers with "Butter Worms" and red worms.

As for the best lures, walleye anglers are having success with trolling cranks and harnesses. If you're after bass, you might want to try using beetle spins or similar lures that mimic small baitfish. For bait, live bait like leeches and worms are always a good choice.

If you're looking for hot spots, I recommend checking out the reef areas around Fond du Lac. The transition zones near the lake's edges are also worth exploring. And if you're venturing out on the lake, keep an eye out for schools of active fish, as they can pop up anywhere.

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Artificial Lure here with your Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin fishing report for June 11, 2025.

Sunrise this morning was at 5:12 AM, and sunset will roll in at 8:39 PM. We’ve got mild June weather—expect highs in the upper 70s, with a light southwest breeze and fair skies most of the day. Water temps are hanging in the low-to-mid 70s, prime for aggressive feeding windows throughout dawn and dusk.

First off, let’s talk walleye—the main event for most Winnebago anglers right now. As reported by Eye-Catching Guide Service and confirmed by local chatter, the walleye bite is red hot this June. Recent outings saw anglers pulling limits, with fish averaging between 14 to 18 inches, especially along the reefs near Fond du Lac and around Kelly’s Point and Reef. Early in the morning, action is best on the transition zones in 14 to 16 feet of water. Trolling crankbaits and harnesses with nightcrawlers remains deadly. Jig-and-crawler combos and blade baits have also produced, but don’t overlook simply drifting a hook and a sinker tipped with “Butter Worms” or red worms about six to eight inches off the bottom. As winds settle mid-day, fishing slows, but persistent anglers are still putting ‘eyes in the box.

Perch and panfish are also on the chew. Columbia Park and High Cliff State Park shorelines have seen nice keeper perch—average size around 10.5 inches. Bobber rigs with small minnows or worms are picking up the majority, especially close to weed edges and deeper drop-offs as the sun gets higher.

Bass action is holding steady. According to recent Omnia Fishing reports, largemouth and smallmouth are hitting wacky-rigged Senkos, swim jigs, and even Texas-rigged worms along the submerged vegetation and rock points. Early mornings near the Neenah Dam, work the channel edges with soft plastics or shallow crankbaits for fast hookups.

Other species? Plenty of freshwater drum (sheephead) and the odd northern pike are making cameos in daily catches. If you’re hunting a mixed bag, targeting transition areas and rocky structure with crankbaits or live bait can put everything from walleye to drum and the occasional pike in the boat.

Best bait today: nightcrawlers and leeches for walleye and perch. For artificial, stick with shad-colored crankbaits, chartreuse spinner blades, and green pumpkin plastics for bass.

Hot spots to try:

- Kelly’s Point and Reef for walleye action, especially if you’re trolling or bouncing live bait off the bottom.

- Columbia Park shoreline for perch and mixed bag fishing, with easy access for both boat and shore.

- High Cliff State Park for a family-friendly outing—plenty of shore access and panfish action.

No tides to worry about on Winnebago, just watch the wind—it can whip up the lake in a hurry.

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Artificial Lure with your June 11th, 2025 fishing report from beautiful Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin.

The early summer bite is on, and Lake Winnebago’s anglers are seeing strong action, especially for walleye, largemouth bass, and panfish. At sunrise today, you can expect the sky to brighten around 5:11 AM, with sunset winding things down about 8:36 PM. We’ve got mild, early summer weather on tap—temps in the mid-70s, a soft southwesterly breeze, and just enough cloud cover to keep the fish comfortable and active. There are no tidal swings here on the big lake, but wind direction always plays a big role—so keep an eye on shifting breezes, especially if you’re targeting windblown shorelines or reefs.

Recent catches have been dominated by eater-size walleyes, largemouth bass pushing 3-4 pounds, and jumbo perch. Local guides and weekend warriors alike report the walleye bite is “very good right now and should only get better,” according to Eye-Catching Guide Service out of Kaukauna. Most walleye are running 15-18 inches, and it’s common to put together a limit in a solid morning’s fishing. Perch action is decent as well, with average sizes around 10.5 inches and more bite windows opening up by the day.

For best results, folks are trolling crankbaits and harnesses near the reefs—especially around Fond du Lac and up toward Kelly’s Point and Reef. Jigging blade baits or running a simple sinker-and-hook setup tipped with butterworms or red wigglers close to bottom is turning perch and ‘eyes in 14 to 16 feet of water. As the wind fades, the bite can slow, so capitalize on those early and late windows.

Bass anglers are scoring big with Texas rigs, swim jigs, and wacky-rigged Senkos, especially around submerged vegetation and points. Strike King Rage Bug in green pumpkin is a local favorite, especially when paired with a little Spike-It chartreuse dye for added pop. For panfish, a bobber with a chunk of crawler or waxworm fished near weed edges and docks is hard to beat.

A couple hot spots to check out today: High Cliff State Park along the eastern shore is producing mixed bags right from shore and the marina rocks. Kelly’s Point and Reef—roughly 5 miles north of Fond du Lac—remains a classic early summer walleye magnet, especially for trollers. For walk-in anglers, the Neenah Dam at the mouth of the Fox River is a steady producer for panfish and walleye, plus you’ll see plenty of action down in Columbia Park near Fond du Lac.

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Artificial Lure here with your June 7, 2025 fishing report for Lake Winnebago and the surrounding waters. Let’s get right into what’s happening on Bago and where your best chances are to put some fish in the boat today.

We’re waking up to comfortable June temps, with water hovering right around 76 degrees. Winds are light, skies partly cloudy, and there’s a hint of rain possible by late afternoon—classic early summer fishing weather. Sunrise hit at 5:13am, and sunset’s at 8:36pm, giving you a long window to work those lines.

The walleye bite is still on fire—reports say the action has been “absolutely on fire lately” with both numbers and size popping up around reef structures and transition areas. Anglers trolling crankbaits, crawler harnesses, and blade baits along the west side reefs, especially near Fond du Lac and Kelly’s Point, are seeing multiple fish in the 15 to 23 inch range. If you want volume, head to these reefs and troll Deep ThunderSticks, Reef Runners, or Shad Raps in blue, purple, or chartreuse. On calm days, try switching to bottom bouncers with nightcrawlers—especially when the wind lays down and the fish go a bit finicky. Local anglers have also found success with a simple sinker and hook tipped with a butter worm or red worm just off the bottom, particularly for the perch bite around 14 to 16 feet of water. The average perch is running about 10 inches.

If you’re after a mixed bag, work the weedlines and transition zones near High Cliff State Park or Columbia Park. Besides walleye, you’ll find white bass blitzing bait in open water, plus good numbers of sheepshead, perch, and an occasional northern pike. Largemouth bass are active along rocky shorelines and in the canals—early morning topwater lures or beetle spins have produced some nice bites.

Fond du Lac (the south end), the reefs off Oshkosh, and the transition areas around Neenah Dam at the Fox River mouth are today’s hot spots for both boaters and shore anglers. The pike bite is steady, and bluegills are biting worms or small plastics in shallow weedbeds.

Tides aren’t a factor here in Wisconsin’s inland lakes, but weather and light conditions sure are—overcast skies should keep fish active throughout the day.

Best Baits and Lures for Today:

- Walleye: Deep-diving crankbaits (ThunderSticks, Reef Runners), crawler harnesses, blade baits, bottom bouncers with crawlers.

- Perch/Panfish: Red worms, butter worms, small jigs.

- Bass: Beetle spins, topwater plugs, classic soft plastics.

A few words of caution: with all the fishing pressure, be mindful of local regulations and special size limits, especially on sturgeon, which are strictly regulated but a regular sight for those lucky enough to hook into one.

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