Chequamegon Waters Flowage Fishing
A 2,366-acre Wisconsin flowage in Taylor County, down to 22 feet.
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The basics of Chequamegon Waters Flowage for anglers
Chequamegon Waters Flowage is a flowage of 2,366 acres lying in Taylor County. The bottom drops to 22 feet at most, with a mean of 5 feet. For a home base, Gilman is roughly 6 miles away. It falls in the WDNR Northern Region. Its WDNR lake class is simple cool dark.
Being in the ceded territory, it follows the three-walleye bag. Find a Lake shows largemouth bass, panfish and northern pike. Public launching comes through 4 public boat landings. About 4 feet of clarity, by the 2017 satellite estimate.
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Abundance labels for Chequamegon Waters Flowage come straight from the WDNR lake page.
| Fish group | WDNR abundance |
|---|---|
| Largemouth Bass | Abundant |
| Panfish | Abundant |
| Northern Pike | Common |
WDNR on lakes like Chequamegon Waters Flowage
“Simple cool clear lakes can have good action for black crappie and northern pike, moderate action for yellow perch, and rarely have any walleye or muskellunge”
WDNR Find a Lake fish list and abundance, WDNR lake classification and fisheries designation layers, checked October 2026.
Launching on Chequamegon Waters Flowage
- Chequamegon Waters Flowage Access near Gilman (WDNR 2813)2 lanes, 11 to 15 trailer stalls, boarding dock, restroom, Forestry & Recreation Dept.
- Miller Dam County Park Ramp2 lanes, more than 25 trailer stalls, boarding dock, restroom, Forestry & Recreation Dept.
- Chequamegon Waters Flowage Access near Gilman (WDNR 2828)1 lane, 6 to 10 trailer stalls, restroom, U.S. Forest Service
- Chequamegon Waters Flowage Access near Gilman (WDNR 2829)1 lane, 11 to 15 trailer stalls, boarding dock, restroom, US Forest Service
Other launches near Chequamegon Waters Flowage
- Otter Lake Park Access 4Otter Lake, 2 miles north
- Kathryn Lake AccessKathryn Lake, 4 miles east
- Spruce Lake Access near LublinSpruce Lake, 6 miles southeast
- Diamond Lake Access near LublinDiamond Lake, 7 miles south
- Hulls Lake AccessHulls Lake, 9 miles east
- Upper Steve Creek Flowage Carry-in Boat LandingUpper Steve Creek, 11 miles north
WDNR Boat Access and Shore Fishing layers and Find a Lake landing table, checked October 2026.
Water quality and bottom at Chequamegon Waters Flowage
Expect a bottom of 40% sand, 20% gravel, 0% rock, 40% muck on Chequamegon Waters Flowage.
By water source, Chequamegon Waters Flowage counts as a drainage lake (a stream flows in and out).
Invasive species the WDNR has confirmed in Chequamegon Waters Flowage: chinese mystery snail, curly-leaf pondweed, eurasian water-milfoil, purple loosestrife and rusty crayfish. Clean boats and drain live wells before leaving the landing.
WDNR Find a Lake page, WDNR Landsat lake clarity layer, checked October 2026.
Seasons and bag limits on Chequamegon Waters Flowage
For Chequamegon Waters Flowage, the DNR regulation search returns the rows shown here.
| Species | Season | Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye, sauger and hybrids | May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | The minimum length is 15", but walleye, sauger, and hybrids from 20" to 24" may not be kept, and only 1 fish over 24" is allowed. The daily bag limit is 3. |
| Muskellunge and hybrids | May 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water | The minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1. |
| Northern pike | May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 5. |
| Largemouth and smallmouth bass | June 20, 2026 to March 7, 2027 | The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5. |
| Largemouth bass | May 2, 2026 to June 19, 2026 | The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5. |
| Smallmouth bass | May 2, 2026 to June 19, 2026 | Fish may not be harvested (catch and release only). |
| Panfish | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 25. |
| Catfish | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10. |
| Lake sturgeon | Closed | No fishing allowed. |
| Shovelnose sturgeon | Closed | No fishing allowed. |
| Cisco and whitefish | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10. |
| Rock, yellow and white bass | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited. |
| Bullheads | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited. |
| Rough fish | Open All Year | No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited. |
The all-species line for Chequamegon Waters Flowage reads: Catch and release fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass is open year round unless otherwise noted. Motor Trolling is allowed with up to 3 hooks, baits, or lures, per angler.
The Taylor County entry says: Taylor County is in the ceded territory (see page 13 for additional ceded territory information). Motor trolling is permitted countywide (three hooks, baits or lures per person). A portion of Taylor County is in the Northern Bass Zone (see base regulations on page 12).
Pike rules here follow the zone north of Hwy 10; bass follow the Northern or Southern Bass Zone (the county is split; see the guide map).
WDNR Lake Regulation search and the 2026-2027 Guide to Wisconsin Hook and Line Fishing Regulations, checked October 2026.
Fish stocked in Chequamegon Waters Flowage
WDNR crews stocked Chequamegon Waters Flowage 1 times from 2024 to 2024, 1,350 fish counted.
| Year | Species | Size | Avg length | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Walleye | large fingerling | 7.5 in | 1,350 |
WDNR Fish Stocking Summary, stocking years 2023 to 2025. Wisconsin stocking.
Event permits for Chequamegon Waters Flowage
WDNR tournament permits and posted results for Chequamegon Waters Flowage are collected on one page.
Chequamegon Waters Flowage against nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Landings | WDNR class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chequamegon Waters Flowage | 2,366 | 22 | 4 | simple cool dark | |
| Kathryn Lake | 4 miles east | 63 | 58 | 2 | complex cool dark |
| Jerry Lake, Taylor County | 5 miles east | 26 | 30 | 0 | simple warm dark |
| Anderson Lake near Gilman, Taylor County | 6 miles east | 45 | 25 | 0 | simple warm dark |
| Spruce Lake, Taylor County | 6 miles southeast | 23 | 63 | 1 | simple two story |
| Richter Lake | 6 miles east | 43 | 50 | 0 | simple cool dark |
WDNR Find a Lake, lake classification and boat access layers.
Close to Chequamegon Waters Flowage
More water to try near Chequamegon Waters Flowage
- Kathryn Lake4 miles east
- Jerry Lake, Taylor County5 miles east
- Anderson Lake near Gilman, Taylor County6 miles east
- Spruce Lake, Taylor County6 miles southeast
- Richter Lake6 miles east
Shops that serve Chequamegon Waters Flowage anglers
- Fins & Tines Bait & Convenience LLCbait and tackle shop, Medford, 4 miles
- Otter Lake Bait And Camp Storebait and tackle shop, Stanley, 14 miles
- Ak Outdoorssporting goods store, Medford, 18 miles
- Walmart Medfordfarm and general store with fishing gear, Medford, 19 miles
- O W Sports & Liquorsporting goods store, Owen, 19 miles
- Mark's Marine. LLCmarina, Holcombe, 21 miles
Communities around Chequamegon Waters Flowage
- Gilman6 miles
- Lublin10 miles
- Jump River11 miles
Counties holding Chequamegon Waters Flowage
- Taylor Countyseat: Medford
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Common questions about fishing Chequamegon Waters Flowage
Where in Wisconsin is Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
Taylor County holds it, WDNR Northern Region, about 6 miles from Gilman.
How deep does Chequamegon Waters Flowage get?
Roughly 2,366 acres and 22 feet at the deepest.
Which public landing serves anglers on Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
There are 4 mapped landings; Chequamegon Waters Flowage Access near Gilman (WDNR 2813) has the most lanes.
Is Chequamegon Waters Flowage good for panfish?
WDNR lists largemouth bass (abundant), panfish (abundant) and northern pike (common).
Which WDNR rules cover Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
For Walleye, sauger and hybrids, The minimum length is 15", but walleye, sauger, and hybrids from 20" to 24" may not be kept, and only 1 fish over 24" is allowed. The daily bag limit is 3.
Which Wisconsin license covers fishing Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
Anglers 16 and older need a Wisconsin fishing license: $20 a year for residents and $55 for nonresidents, with a $5 first-time buyer rate for residents.
What is the water like in Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
Satellite clarity about 4 feet (2017). Bottom: 40% sand, 20% gravel, 0% rock, 40% muck. WDNR class: simple cool dark. Type: drainage.
Where are minnows sold on the drive to Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
Drive 4 miles to reach Fins & Tines Bait & Convenience LLC.
Which fish are stocked in Chequamegon Waters Flowage?
Latest on file (2024): 1,350 walleye.
Trailer up for Chequamegon Waters Flowage
Check the posted rules before keeping fish.