White Bass Fishing in Wisconsin
Aggressive schooling fish found in Lake Winnebago, the Fox River, Wolf River, and other larger waters. Spring spawning runs on the Wolf River provide fast, furious action with hundreds of fish caught per trip.
White Bass
Morone chrysops
Aggressive schooling fish found in Lake Winnebago, the Fox River, Wolf River, and other larger waters. Spring spawning runs on the Wolf River provide fast, furious action with hundreds of fish caught per trip.
Size Limit
No minimum
Daily Bag
25 (combined panfish)
Season
Year-round
State Record
4 lb 9 oz
Lake Winnebago ()
Best Months to Fish
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What to Use
Live Bait & Natural
Minnows
Lures & Artificials
Small jigsBlade baitsInline spinnersCrankbaits
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Plan Your White Bass Trip
Find lakes, guides, and bait shops for your next white bass fishing trip in Wisconsin.
Explore Lakes Find a Guide Bait & TackleRegulations shown are statewide defaults. Some waters have special regulations — always check the current Wisconsin DNR regulations before fishing. A Wisconsin fishing license is required for ages 16+.