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Lake Michigan Outdoor Fishing Report - Nov. 2, 2026

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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.

Reminder: Anglers must carry a paper copy of their license/stamps while fishing on Lake Michigan, Lake Superior and the Wisconsin/Michigan, Wisconsin/Minnesota and Wisconsin/Iowa boundary waters.

 

Nov. 2, 2026: West Shore Green Bay Fishing Report

Marinette County

Duck hunters were out in good numbers at Red Arrow Park and on the Peshtigo River this week. Not much fishing activity was seen overall. A few anglers were out below Hattie St. Dam on the Menominee River. Light catches of brown trout and walleye were reported between the dam and the bridge out in the middle of the river.

Oconto County

Activity at the launches throughout the week was evenly split between fishing and duck hunting. More anglers were out over the weekend with the nicer weather. Perch were the main target with catches coming along the shore of the Oconto River, rock piles north of the mouth and deep water off the shoal. Minnows seem to be the best baits now. The launch at Oconto County Park 2 was still closed as of Nov. 1.

 

Nov. 2, 2026: East Shore Green Bay Fishing Report

Bayshore Park: Moderate to heavy fishing activity was observed this week from anglers targeting yellow perch. Anglers had great success catching yellow perch about 50 to 100 yards out from the boat launch and about half a mile northwest of the boat launch in 10 to 20 feet of water using a mix of minnows and nightcrawlers. Anglers reported catching a mix of sizes, with both smaller and larger fish being caught. Anglers were not targeting any other species this week. Anglers unintentionally caught freshwater drum (sheepshead), white perch and one 27-inch walleye. The water temperature was around 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Chaudoir’s Dock: Limited fishing pressure was observed this week. One angler reported catching a few yellow perch in about 25 feet of water. There were no other fishing reports this week from this location. The water temperature in that area was around 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Eagle’s Nest: Moderate fishing activity was observed this week. Anglers targeting yellow perch had success fishing about 150 yards straight out from the boat launch using minnows and nightcrawlers. The sizes of the yellow perch varied, but there were some larger fish mixed in. No anglers that were targeting muskies or walleyes were interviewed this week. The water temperature out on the bay was around 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Little Sturgeon Bay: No report available this week.

Sawyer Harbor: No report available this week.

 

Nov. 2, 2026: Northern Lake Michigan Fishing Report

The 2026 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!

 

Nov. 2, 2026: Southern Lake Michigan Fishing Report

The 2026 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!