Lake sturgeon spawning
As of April 20, 2026, sturgeon are spawning at Shawano Dam and can be seen at Sturgeon Park from the upper deck. Spawning activity has significantly decreased at Princeton. Unfortunately, the DNR has been unable to verify the status of the sturgeon spawn at Shiocton and New London due to unsafe water levels and evacuation orders
Here's what's happening in other areas:
Princeton Dam, Upper Fox River: Spawning activity has significantly decreased.
Sturgeon Trail, New London, Wolf River: Conditions too dangerous to monitor due to unsafe water levels and evacuation orders.
Bamboo Bend, Shiocton, Wolf River: Conditions too dangerous to monitor due to unsafe water levels and evacuation orders.
Shawano Dam, Wolf River: Sturgeon are spawning and can be seen at Sturgeon Park from the upper deck.
De Pere Dam, Lower Fox River: Sturgeon have been observed in shallow water along the shoreline near the wildlife viewing platform, though the poor water clarity makes it difficult to see them. No spawning activity has been reported yet.
Peshtigo Dam, Peshtigo River: Some sturgeon have been reported in the lower Peshtigo River, but viewing conditions are not ideal due to high flows.
Lake sturgeon spawning and viewing locations on the Wolf River
Maps open to larger images. Sites are listed from North to South.
- Shawano Dam in Shawano - Parking is available on the east side of the river at the end of Richmond Street.
- Bamboo Bend at Shiocton - On County Highway 54. Parking is available on the north side of County Hwy. 54.
- Wolf River Sturgeon Trail - About 2 miles west of New London on County Highway X. Parking is available on the south side of the river about 1/2 mile from the spawning site.
- Highway 156 - Near the Navarino State Wildlife Area.
Lake sturgeon spawning and viewing location on the Lower Fox River in De Pere
Spectators can view spawning sturgeon from the walkway immediately downstream of the De Pere Dam at Voyagers Park. The De Pere Riverwalk and Wildlife Viewing Pier extends into the river and provides a better view of the spawning fish. The City of De Pere website includes details and directions: The Riverwalk Experience, De Pere, Wisconsin.
Lake sturgeon spawning and viewing location on the Lower Peshtigo River in Peshtigo
Spectators can view the spawning sturgeon immediately downstream of the Peshtigo Dam in Peshtigo. The Peshtigo River also has large runs of walleye and suckers that can also be seen from the fish viewing platform that extends out over the river. and Wildlife Viewing Pier extends into the river and provides a better view of the spawning fish. Driving directions: Peshtigo Fish Viewing Platform and parking information.