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Lake Michigan Outdoor Fishing Report - Oct. 13 2025

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Generally, fishing reports will be updated weekly on Tuesdays. This may change based on the availability of reports and the field staff's work schedules.

Unless otherwise indicated, this fishing report information comes from our creel survey clerks, who work in the lakeshore areas from March through October and in the tributary rivers seasonally in spring and fall. Creel clerk schedules are random and vary in the days and times they are scheduled to be in a specific location. This allows us to generate statistically valid fishing efforts and harvest information.

The information in these reports is based on the days and times of the week that creel clerks are present. You can obtain additional fishing information by contacting local bait shops, charter captains, guides and marinas.

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Oct. 13, 2025: West Shore Green Bay Creel Report

Brown County

Fox River Anglers: Light to heavy shore fishing pressure was seen this week, with weather and location impacting fishing effort. Anglers fishing near the De Pere Dam had limited success catching sheepshead, white perch and smallmouth bass. Anglers fishing near the mouth of the Fox River had higher catch rates, with anglers catching sheepshead, carp, channel and flathead catfish, as well as a few walleyes. Nightcrawlers were the bait of choice by anglers fishing near the dam, while fishing bottom rigs with shad and casting crankbaits were the most popular tactics near the mouth of the river.

Fox River Boating Anglers: Most angling pressure is occurring near the mouth of the river, with many anglers targeting walleye and musky. Walleye catches ranged from zero to four walleye per boat, with trolling crankbaits being the most successful tactic. Trolling large crankbaits has also been the most successful tactic for musky anglers. Other species caught by boat anglers include smallmouth bass, white perch and sheepshead.

Suamico River: Angler pressure varied from light to heavy, with the parking lot being nearly full over the weekend. Most anglers interviewed were targeting yellow perch. Yellow perch anglers reported catching up to 40 fish per boat during the week. However, catch rates decreased into the weekend, with anglers catching between 3 and 16 yellow perch per boat. Fishing with minnows in depths from 6-18 feet was the most productive tactic for yellow perch anglers. Shore anglers in the Suamico River were also catching light numbers of yellow perch, with some fish being large enough to keep.

Marinette County

Very little fishing pressure was seen this week. A few duck hunters were utilizing the launches on the lower Peshtigo River. A concentration of anglers targeting pink salmon was seen below the dam on the Peshtigo River. A few were caught on small spoons or 2-inch plastics in white and pink.

Oconto County

Activity at the launches was split in half by fishing and duck boats this week. Most anglers were out after yellow perch, with some good results, but overall reports suggest that the fish were scattered. Anglers were finding perch from the shoreline out to as deep as 40 feet of water. Areas around the shore at Oconto Park 2 had some perch, as well as the pier on the Oconto River. Most of the perch were on the small size, but keepers were around. Minnows seemed to be the best bait.

 

Oct. 13, 2025: East Shore Green Bay Creel Report

Bayshore County Park: Limited to moderate fishing activity was observed this week, with less fishing pressure on windy days. Anglers targeting walleye had catches ranging from one to nine walleye per boat, with most walleye anglers jigging nightcrawlers or casting minnow baits just north of Bayshore County Park in 15–20 feet of water. Anglers targeting yellow perch had some success in the same area, though many reported challenging fishing conditions due to the wind. The water temperature was around 63 degrees Fahrenheit.

Chaudoir’s Dock: Limited fishing pressure was observed this week due to windy conditions on many days. Anglers reported it was too windy to fish effectively, and no catches were reported. The water temperature was around 63 degrees Fahrenheit.

Eagle’s Nest: There was an increase in anglers launching from Eagle’s Nest this week despite windy conditions. Anglers targeting yellow perch had limited success and were unable to travel far from the launch due to the wind. Walleye anglers had modest success, catching between one and two walleye per boat in University Bay while trolling minnow baits. The water temperature was around 64 degrees Fahrenheit.

Little Sturgeon Bay: Limited fishing pressure was observed this week due to windy conditions on many days. Anglers targeting smallmouth bass had success using plastic tubes and drop-shot rigs in the Sturgeon Bay shipping canal at depths around 25 feet. No walleye or yellow perch anglers were interviewed this week. The water temperature was around 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

Sawyer Harbor: Fishing pressure was limited on several days this week due to windy conditions. No fishing reports were received, and no water temperature was reported.

 

Oct. 13, 2025: Northern Lake Michigan Fishing Report

The 2025 open water creel season has ended for Northern Lake Michigan. Thank you to all those who participated in the survey this year. We look forward to seeing everyone again next spring!

 

Oct. 13, 2025: Southern Lake Michigan Fishing Report

The 2025 open-water creel season has ended for Southern Lake Michigan, including Sheboygan, Ozaukee, Milwaukee, Racine and Kenosha counties. Thank you to all those who participated in the survey this year. We look forward to seeing everyone again next spring!