Fishing near Green Bay, Wisconsin
Brown County, population 107,395.
- under a mileto nearest lake
- 10landings nearby
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Fishing near Green Bay
107,395 people called Green Bay home in 2020; the city lies in Brown County. Count on under a mile northeast to reach Bay Beach Lagoons, the closest lake listed. Among the lakes listed, Engledinger Lake is largest with 52 acres. For a ramp, Green Bay Metropoltan Boat Launch is about 1 mile away.
The closest classified trout stream with a page is the Lancaster Creek, 7 miles away. Deerfield Docks #2 sits 4 miles from town for anglers on foot.
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Landings | DNR lake class | Top fish (WDNR rating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Beach Lagoons | under a mile northeast | 50 | 15 | 0 | simple warm dark | northern pike (present) |
| Lilly Lake, Brown County | 9 miles southeast | 42 | 19 | 1 | simple warm dark | largemouth bass (abundant) |
| Shea Lake | 17 miles southeast | 32 | 24 | 1 | simple warm dark | largemouth bass (common) |
| Engledinger Lake | 18 miles southeast | 52 | 20 | 0 | simple warm dark | largemouth bass (common) |
| Heidmann Lake | 18 miles southeast | 23 | 34 | 1 | simple warm dark | largemouth bass (common) |
| Harpt Lake | 20 miles southeast | 32 | 54 | 1 | complex warm dark | panfish (abundant) |
Rivers near Green Bay
- Dutchman Creek near Ashwaubenon, Brown County7 miles
- Lancaster Creek7 miles, 10.9 trout miles
- Ashwaubenon Creek9 miles
- School Creek10 miles
- Dutchman Creek near Hobart, Brown County11 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Green Bay; WDNR Find a Lake and lake classification data.
Green Bay on the map
- Green Bay Metropoltan Boat LaunchFox River, 1 mile
- Deerfield Docks Boat LandingDuck Creek, 4 miles
- Howard Memorial Park Boat RampDuck Creek, 5 miles
- Peter's LandingLake Michigan, 5 miles
- Fox Point Boat LaunchFox River, 5 miles
- Perkofski/County Fairgrounds Boat LaunchFox River, 6 miles
- Bomier Street Boat LaunchFox River, 7 miles
- Harbor Lights RoadGreen Bay, 7 miles
- Suamico Boat LandingSuamico River, 8 miles
- Lily Lake Park Boat RampLily Lake, 9 miles
WDNR shore sites a short drive from Green Bay
- Deerfield Docks #2Duck Creek, 4 miles
USGS gauges around Green Bay
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| East River At Green Bay, Wi | -486 cfs, 8.46 ft gage height | Oct 22 5:00 am |
| Fox River At Oil Tank Depot At Green Bay, Wi | 27 cfs, 579.38 ft gage height | Oct 22 4:00 am |
| Dutchman Creek At Hansen Rd At Ashwaubenon, Wi | 0 cfs, 4.40 ft gage height | Oct 22 5:00 am |
US Geological Survey provisional data, retrieved Oct 22, 2026 5:34 am ET. Provisional readings can be revised.
Shops around Green Bay
Minnows and tackle close to Green Bay
- Smokey's On the Baybait and tackle shop, Green Bay, under a mile
- The Reel Thing LLCbait and tackle shop, Green Bay, under a mile
- Boat Yardmarina, Green Bay, 1 mile
- Southbay Marine Centermarina, Green Bay, 1 mile
- Captain Jolly's Charters Musky, Walleye Trout and Salmonbait and tackle shop, Green Bay, 2 miles
- Walmart Green Bay Eastfarm and general store with fishing gear, Green Bay, 3 miles
- Sierra, 817 S Military Avebait and tackle shop, Green Bay, 4 miles
- All American Fishing Chartersbait and tackle shop, Green Bay, 4 miles
Guide trips around Green Bay
- All American Fishing Charterscharter, Green Bay, (920) 360-9850
- Captain Jolly's Charters Musky, Walleye Trout and Salmoncharter, Green Bay, (715) 581-5678
- In The Bag Guide Servicefishing guide, Green Bay, (920) 360-3982
- Inland Fish Locatorfishing guide, Green Bay, (920) 494-9533
- Stephan Sportfishing LLCfishing guide, Green Bay, (920) 851-7033
- Walleye Madness Guide Servicefishing guide, Green Bay, (715) 582-9090
Tournaments in the county around Green Bay
| Date | Event | Water | Fish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-04-04 | Aim Weekend Walleye Series | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Sauger, Saugeye, Walleye |
| 2027-04-24 | Duck Creek Walleye Series Event #1 2027 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2027-05-16 | Aim Weekend Walleye Series | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Sauger, Saugeye, Walleye |
| 2027-05-22 | Duck Creek Walleye Series Event #2 2027 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2027-07-31 | Duck Creek Walleye Series Event #3 2027 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2027-09-25 | Duck Creek Walleye Series Event #4 2027 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2026-10-17 | Swamp Donkey Fall Brawl 2026 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2026-10-03 | Ttmi Fall Trolling Tournament | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Muskellunge |
| 2026-09-26 | Duck Creek Walleye Series Event #4 2026 | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | Walleye |
| 2026-09-12 | Grace Memorial Tournament | Green Bay and the Lower Fox River | All Rough Fish, Sauger, Walleye |
WDNR Calendar of Permitted Tournaments for Brown County, checked October 2026.
Season rules for Green Bay anglers
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 3 in total; minimum length 15 inches | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Northern pike (north of Hwy 10) | 5; no minimum length | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Largemouth bass | 5; minimum length 14 inches | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Smallmouth bass (Northern Bass Zone) | 5 in total with largemouth bass; minimum length 14 inches | June 20, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Smallmouth bass (Southern Bass Zone) | 5 in total with largemouth bass; minimum length 14 inches | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Muskellunge | 1; minimum length 40 inches | May 2, 2026 – Dec. 31, 2026 (open water only) |
| Panfish | 25 in total; no minimum length | Open all year |
| Catfish | 10 in total; no minimum length | Open all year |
| Cisco and whitefish | 10 in total; no minimum length | Open all year |
| Rock, yellow and white bass | No bag limit; no minimum length | Open all year |
| Bullheads and rough fish | No bag limit; no minimum length | Open all year |
2026-2027 Wisconsin Hook and Line guide; pike row for the Northern Zone (north of US Highway 10) by the town position. Each lake page shows that lake rule.
Around the area of Green Bay
Towns within reach of Green Bay
- Allouez4 miles
- Bellevue4 miles
- Howard5 miles
- Ashwaubenon6 miles
- Suamico8 miles
Green Bay by county
- Brown Countyseat: Green Bay
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Trip questions heard in Green Bay
Which lake with a page is closest to Green Bay?
Bay Beach Lagoons, under a mile northeast.
Which WDNR ramp is closest to Green Bay?
Green Bay Metropoltan Boat Launch at about 1 mile.
Which shore site is closest to Green Bay?
Try Deerfield Docks #2, 4 miles out.
Where do anglers in Green Bay buy tackle?
Smokey's On the Bay is nearest at under a mile.
Where should Green Bay anglers go for walleye?
No nearby lake page rates walleye common or abundant.
Which county page should Green Bay anglers open?
Brown County, Wisconsin.
Is there classified trout water near Green Bay?
The Lancaster Creek, about 7 miles, 10.9 trout miles.
Which northern pike zone does Green Bay fall in?
Around Green Bay it is the Northern Zone (north of US Highway 10).
How much is a nonresident license near Green Bay?
Visitors can buy $15 one-day, $29 four-day or $33 fifteen-day licenses.
Choose a Wisconsin lake near Green Bay
Choose any lake above for its regulations.