Lake Wingra
Lake Wingra is a lake in Wisconsin. Anglers here fish mainly for Bluegill, Muskellunge and Smallmouth Bass.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (17 species)
About the fishing here
Popular catches here include Bluegill, Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, White Bass and Channel Catfish.
Bluegill fishing is usually best around May-Jul. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Licenses are issued by each state:
About this water
Lake Wingra is a small lake located inside the city limits of the U.S. city of Madison, Wisconsin. The smallest of the five major lakes drained by the Yahara River in Dane County, Lake Wingra is bordered by the University of Wisconsin–Madison Arboretum on the south and west and the City of Madison on the remaining shoreline. The lake is considered an important fishery and is known for spring runs of large muskellunge. Henry Vilas Zoo, Wingra Boats, Wingra Park, and Edgewood College are located on the Lake's northern shoreline. The majority of the shoreline is publicly owned.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Lake Wingra?
Popular catches here include Bluegill, Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish and Blue Catfish.
Do you need a fishing license at Lake Wingra?
Yes. A state fishing license is required; see the link on this page for the state's rules.
When is the best time to fish Lake Wingra?
Bluegill fishing is usually best around May-Jul. The best windows are usually dawn, day and dusk.
What is biting at Lake Wingra right now?
Right now Bluegill is the most likely catch, at about 34%.