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Waukesha, United States 🇺🇸

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Planning your next fishing trip in Waukesha, United States ? Today is a average day for fishing. Our comprehensive fishing almanac combines our popular solunar tables, moon times, sunrise and sunset times, and a 7-day fishing calendar so you always know the best fishing times in your area. We analyse major and minor solunar bite times, rate each day on a five-star scale, and pair it with localized weather forecasts so you can quickly tell whether today is a good day to fish without juggling multiple tabs. Be sure to bookmark this page so you never miss a bite. view bite times...

  • Check our unique Solunar Clock for precise solunar tables and the best moon phases.
  • Use the forecast calendar section to sync bite times with major weather changes.
  • Analyze the forecasted weather conditions, such as wind, barometric pressure and rain to plan your fishing session.
  • Jump to the 7-Day Fishing Calendar for an extended fishing forecast, then explore nearby fishing spots on the interactive map.

Fishing in Waukesha, Wisconsin centers on a network of clear kettle lakes, small flowages, and rivers that offer outstanding multi-species action close to Milwaukee. Anglers target everything from trophy muskies and quality largemouth bass to panfish, walleye, and trout in heavily stocked and naturally reproducing waters. The area’s mix of public lakes, park ponds, and river stretches makes Waukesha a versatile freshwater fishing destination for shore and boat anglers alike. read more...

Sun and Moon Times

The sun will be at it's highest point at . Today we have 15:23 hours of daylight. For shallow water fishing the twilight periods are often the most productive fishing times, especially on days when a major or minor time will coincide with twilight. In low light conditions predators have better cover for their ambush and often hunt in shallow water.
  • Nautical Twilight begins:
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  • Visibility:
    98%
  • Full Moon - 98% illuminated Full Moon
Next New Moon in ~16 days on 14th July
Full Moon is generally a productive time for fishing - especially night fishing. Bright nights mean that many predators feed more actively during the night. During full moon the gravitational pull is in line with the gravitational pull of the sun, affecting all wildlife and increasing feeding behaviour.
  • Distance to earth:
    405,492 km
    Proximity:
    0.5 %
We can compare the current moon distance to it's minimum and maximum distance from earth and express that as proximity. A high proximity means the moon is closer to earth. At 50% it would be at it's mean distance. A high proximity causes big tides, currents and has a direct effect on increased bite times. A proximity greater than 90% indicates a super moon.
Moon Phases for Waukesha
Full Moon
Mon, 29 Jun
New Moon
Tue, 14 Jul
Full Moon
Wed, 29 Jul

Solunar Bite Times

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Best fishing times:
  • minor Time:
    02:38 am - 04:38 am
  • major Time:
    10:54 am - 12:54 pm
  • minor Time:
    07:10 pm - 09:10 pm
  • major Time:
    11:18 pm - 01:18 am
All times are displayed in the America/Chicago timezone and are automatically adjusted to daylight savings. The current timezone offset is -5 hours. Green and yellow areas indicate the best fishing times (major and minor). The center shows the current moon phase which is a Full Moon at 98% lumination. According to the Solunar Theory, today is a average day for fishing, but you need to cross check this with the current weather forecast for a final decision. Today some bite times coincide with sunrise or sunset. Those will be particularly good times for fishing and are indicated by sun icons. Currently we have a major fishing time. The next best fishing time ( ) starts in -9 hour and -6 minute. The gray time indicator displays the current local time.
America/Chicago • Sun, 28 Jun 11:03 • 43.012, -88.231
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Current Fishing Weather

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7 Day Fishing Weather

The weather plays an important role in fishing. Wind strenght and direction often determine where you can fish and where fish might be holding. Although high pressure is usually good for fishing, steep pressure changes often trigger feeding frenzies and are great times for fishing. Of course temperature has also a strong effect on fishing and comfort on the water. So make sure to cross check the weather forecast with the solunar fishing times to determine the best times to go fishing. The graph below shows you the 3 hourly weather progression over the next 7 days. Scroll the graph left or right to see more.
Selected Weather Station: Waukesha, US
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7 Day Fishing Forecast Calendar
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*bold times indicate best fishing times around sunrise or sunset

Fishing Overview Waukesha

Fishing in Waukesha, Wisconsin is driven by classic glacial lakes and the Fox and Bark river systems that thread through the county. Popular nearby waters include Pewaukee Lake, Nagawicka Lake, Okauchee Lake, Big Muskego, and a long list of smaller park lakes and ponds. These fisheries offer a strong mix of bass, panfish, walleye, pike, and highly regarded muskie opportunities, with consistent action for anglers fishing from both boat and shore.

Seasonal patterns in the Waukesha area are pronounced and should dictate your game plan. In early spring, target pre-spawn panfish and bass in dark-bottom bays and shallow canals that warm first; small jigs tipped with plastics or wax worms under a float excel. As water hits the mid‑50s, look for prespawn largemouth along emerging weedlines and boat channels, and smallmouth on gravel and rock transitions. By summer, most lakes develop distinct weed edges in 8–15 feet—prime territory for bass, pike, and muskies. Late summer and early fall see a strong walleye bite on weed-edges and mid-lake structure at dawn, dusk, and after dark. Fall cool-down also triggers big-fish patterns for muskies and heavyweight largemouth roaming deeper weeds and breaks. Ice fishing is popular on many Waukesha lakes, with mid‑winter panfish and late‑ice perch and bluegill often providing steady action.

The area features several key habitat types anglers should focus on:

  • Weed flats and inside/outside weedlines in 6–14 feet for largemouth, pike, and muskies.
  • Rocky points, riprap, and hard-bottom bars for smallmouth bass and walleye.
  • Back bays, marinas, and boat channels that warm quickly in spring and hold panfish and bass.
  • River current seams, bends, and deeper pools in the Fox and Bark rivers for smallmouth, catfish, and seasonal walleye runs.
  • Shoreline brush, docks, and overhanging trees in smaller lakes and ponds for bluegill, crappie, and largemouth.

Common techniques revolve around matching presentations to structure and season. For largemouth bass, Texas-rigged worms, flipping jigs, and weedless swimbaits pitched to cabbage, milfoil, and dock edges are consistent producers, while topwater frogs and walking baits shine over matted vegetation at low light. Smallmouth respond well to tubes, Ned rigs, and jerkbaits on rocky structure and along river stretches. Walleye anglers do well trolling crankbaits along weed edges, dragging live-bait rigs on breaks, or vertically jigging deeper humps at low‑light periods.

Panfish tactics in Waukesha focus on small jigs, ice-style tungsten heads, and tiny plastics under fixed or slip floats, especially near wood and weeds. During summer, suspending baits slightly above the weed tops helps target better bluegill and crappie. For muskies, classic Wisconsin patterns apply: medium to large bucktails, rubber baits, and jerkbaits worked along primary weed edges, points, and shallow rock bars, with figure‑8s at boatside crucial for converting followers.

Fishing pressure can be high on marquee lakes, so dial in tactical adjustments for success: fish weekday mornings or evenings, downsize baits on bluebird days, and explore secondary points, subtle inside turns, and overlooked mid-depth weeds. Shore anglers should key on public parks, fishing piers, and bridge access on both lakes and rivers, casting small jigs, slip floats, and compact crankbaits to reach active fish. With diverse water types and strong seasonal patterns, the Waukesha area rewards anglers who move frequently, pay attention to water temperature and weed growth, and stay mobile until they contact fish.

Interactive Fishing Map for the greater Waukesha area

Beaches and Bays are ideal places for land-based fishing. If the beach is shallow and the water is clear then twilight times are usually the best times, especially when they coincide with a major or minor fishing time. Often the points on either side of a beach are the best spots. Or if the beach is large then look for irregularities in the breaking waves, indicating sandbanks and holes. We found 1 beaches and bays in this area.

Bass Bay - 15.87297856851km

We found a total of 40 potential fishing spots nearby Waukesha. Below you can find them organized on a map. Points, Headlands, Reefs, Islands, Channels, etc can all be productive fishing spots. As these are user submitted spots, there might be some errors in the exact location. You also need to cross check local fishing regulations. Some of the spots might be in or around marine reserves or other locations that cannot be fished. If you click on a location marker it will bring up some details and a quick link to google search, satellite maps and fishing times. Tip: Click/Tap on a new area to load more fishing spots.

Saratoga Mill Dam - 0.31023569667km , Pewaukee River - 3.78794331474km , Pebble Creek - 4.55930472896km , Brandy Brook - 6.5628254553km , Poplar Creek - 6.8137013572km , Etter Lake - 7.60597028758km , Redwing Creek - 8.18373658586km , Pewaukee Hi.2 Dam - 8.54358779274km , Salow Lake G-3067 Dam - 8.77307369917km , Genesee Creek - 9.3308620366km , Saylesville Roller Mill Dam - 10.29579046738km , Pebble Brook - 10.71596839103km , Vernon Marsh Refuge Middle Flowage H2.117 Dam - 10.96841012516km , Linie Lac - 11.06227342692km , Mill Brook - 11.18377892317km , Hayslope Lake - 11.70749041854km , North Branch Genesee Creek - 12.0197102214km , South Branch Genesee Creek - 12.0197102214km , Little Muskego Dam - 13.78765129412km , Wales Creek - 14.20030375658km , Laitsch D2938 Dam - 14.52475499964km , Delafield Fish Hatchery Dam - 15.01632533007km , Big Bend Pond - 15.15125361333km , Upper Kelly Lake - 15.33152404311km , Lower Kelly Lake - 15.38181112324km , Hidden Lakes Dam G 1167 - 15.48941137867km , Vernon Marsh Refuge Flowage H2.117 Dam - 15.53284107221km , Bass Bay - 15.87297856851km , Waterville Lake - 16.40674066581km , Treasure Island - 16.51871439068km , Merton Rolling Mill E-4528 Dam - 16.54528912955km , Waterville 2WP1421 Dam - 16.75999152328km , Mukwonago River - 16.84923946933km , Spahn Lake - 16.91999613306km , Lower Nemahbin Lake - 16.96304235552km , Underwood Creek - 17.03366607787km , Henrietta Lake - 17.31997842189km , Upper Nemahbin Lake - 17.32430068458km , Little Menomonee River - 17.7929203382km , Lower Lake Nemahbin WP439 Dam - 17.85122137634km

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