Fishing near Racine, Wisconsin
Racine County, population 77,816.
- 11 milesto nearest lake
- 4landings nearby
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Picking water to fish from Racine
Census 2020 lists Racine, Racine County, as a city of 77,816. The shortest trip to a lake page is Lincoln Park Pond, 11 miles toward the south. The most water nearby is Eagle Lake, Racine County, covering 529 acres. Lake Michigan Access (Pershing Park) is the nearest landing with a page, 2 miles out.
The Tichigan Creek, 22 miles off, is the nearest trout stream page. The nearest shore site page is Racine Harbor Fishing Pier (2 miles).
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| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Landings | DNR lake class | Top fish (WDNR rating) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park Pond | 11 miles south | 5 | 0 | |||
| Lake Andrea | 14 miles south | 121 | 1 | |||
| Friendship Lake, Kenosha County | 15 miles west | 11 | 9 | 0 | simple harsh has fishery | panfish (common) |
| Eagle Lake, Racine County | 16 miles west | 529 | 11 | 3 | simple warm dark | northern pike (abundant) |
| Sheridan Park Pond | 16 miles north | 1 | 8 | 0 | simple warm dark | largemouth bass (common) |
| Holler Park Pond | 17 miles north | 0 | 5 | 0 | simple harsh no fishery |
River days from a base in Racine
- Pike River, Kenosha County5 miles
- Root River11 miles
- Oak Creek11 miles
- Root River Canal12 miles
- Barnes Creek, Kenosha County13 miles
Straight-line distances from the Census point for Racine; WDNR Find a Lake and lake classification data.
Spots to fish near Racine, mapped
- Lake Michigan Access (Pershing Park)Lake Michigan, 2 miles
- Horlick Park Boat RampRoot River, 2 miles
- Simmon's Island Boat HarborLake Michigan, 9 miles
- Bender Park Boat LaunchLake Michigan, 10 miles
Shore sites close to Racine
- Racine Harbor Fishing PierLake Michigan, 2 miles
- Scout Lake Fishing PierScout Lake, 17 miles
- Vern Wolf Lake Fishing PierVern Wolf Lake, 17 miles
- Paddock Lake Fishing PierPaddock Lake, 18 miles
- Cupertino Pier (russell Avenue Pier)Lake Michigan, 19 miles
Live USGS sites near Racine
| USGS gauge | Latest reading | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Root River At Racine, Wi | 80 cfs, 2.74 ft gage height | Oct 22 4:00 am |
| Pike River Near Racine, Wi | 27 cfs, 1.53 ft gage height | Oct 21 11:00 pm |
| Root River Canal Near Franklin, Wi | 18 cfs, 2.49 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.
Guides near Racine
Bait and gear stops around Racine
- Fifth Street Yacht Clubmarina, Racine, 1 mile
- Pugh Marinamarina, Racine, 2 miles
- Reefpoint Marinamarina, Racine, 2 miles
- Sierra, 2630 S Green Bay Rdbait and tackle shop, Mt Pleasant, 3 miles
- Dick's Sporting Goods, 2710-B South Green Bay Roadbait and tackle shop, Racine, 3 miles
- Sportsmans Warehouse #275sporting goods store, Racine, 3 miles
- Walmart Sturtevantfarm and general store with fishing gear, Sturtevant, 3 miles
- Farm & Fleet Of Sturtevantfarm and general store with fishing gear, Sturtevant, 4 miles
Guides listing Racine
- Capt Angelo's Fishing Bug Chartercharter, Racine, (262) 633-8558
- Margaret V Charterscharter, Racine, (262) 681-0264
County fishing contests for Racine anglers
| Date | Event | Water | Fish |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-07-10 | Salmon a Rama 2027 | Lake Michigan | |
| 2026-10-03 | National Bass Fishing Trail Inc | Tichigan Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-08-16 | Midwest Kayak Bass Club | Fox River (Illinois) | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-08-08 | National Bass Fishing Trail Inc | Tichigan Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-07-23 | Eagle Lake | Eagle Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-07-11 | Salmon a Rama 2026 | Lake Michigan | Brown Trout, Carp, Catfishes, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Drum (Sheepshead), Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch |
| 2026-06-17 | Wednesday Night Bass Busters | Eagle Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-06-10 | Wednesday Night Bass Busters | Tichigan Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
| 2026-05-09 | Salmon Unlimited Jackpot Series | Lake Michigan | Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Salmons Unsp., Trouts Unsp. |
| 2026-05-07 | Eagle Lake | Eagle Lake | Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass |
WDNR Calendar of Permitted Tournaments for Racine County, checked October 2026.
Record fish from lakes near Racine
| Species | Weight | Water | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warmouth | 1 lb. 1 oz. | Eagle Lake, Racine County | 2001 |
Statewide rules near Racine
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 3 in total; minimum length 15 inches | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Northern pike (south of Hwy 10) | 2; minimum length 26 inches | May 2, 2026 – March 7, 2027 |
| Largemouth bass | 5; minimum length 14 inches | May 2, 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 Southern Zone (south of US Highway 10) by the town position. Each lake page shows that lake rule.
Around Racine
Towns close to Racine
- Elmwood Park2 miles
- North Bay3 miles
- Mount Pleasant4 miles
- Wind Point4 miles
- Sturtevant5 miles
The county side of Racine
- Racine Countyseat: Racine
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Fishing questions from around Racine
Which lake is the quickest run from Racine?
Lincoln Park Pond, 11 miles south.
Which public landing serves Racine?
Lake Michigan Access (Pershing Park), some 2 miles away.
Where is bank fishing near Racine?
Racine Harbor Fishing Pier, 2 miles away.
Is there a bait counter in or near Racine?
Try Fifth Street Yacht Club, about 1 mile.
Which lake near Racine is good for walleye?
Walleye are not rated common in the nearest lakes.
Which Wisconsin county holds Racine?
Racine County; its page lists every lake there.
Can I fish for trout near Racine?
22 miles to the Tichigan Creek and its 1.6 trout miles.
What pike limit applies near Racine?
From the town point, the Southern Zone (south of US Highway 10).
Which license do tourists in Racine buy?
Nonresidents pay $15 for one day, $29 for four days or $33 for fifteen.