milwaukee river Fishing Report 2025
Latest fishing conditions, tips, and insights for milwaukee river in United States
📝 Recent Fishing Reports (5)
Report #1
👤 Ninafishing in fog on may 25, temp was about 10C. a bit eerie but kinda cool! caught a few decent catfish, like 3lbs each. used some stink bait, they were hungry. overall a unique day on the river, loved it!
Report #2
👤 Rickanother overcast day on may 19, it was around 7.5C. had better luck today with some nice smallmouth bass, around 2 lbs each. jigs seemed to do the trick. can't complain, just good to be out on the water again.
Report #3
👤 Lilasunny day on may 9th, finally! temp was around 11C, so much better. caught 4 bluegill on a bobber with worms. the calmness was nice, just chill with the water and birds. made the day so enjoyable. can’t wait to go again.
Report #4
👤 Dylanhit the river again on may 8th, it was super windy but I managed to catch a nice 3lb trout! used a silver spoon that I found in my tackle box. felt awesome and the sunset was beautiful too. love fishing even when it’s tough.
Report #5
👤 Markovercast and cool on may 5th. didn't see much action except for one little bass I caught. tried throwing some crankbait but no luck. should've brought a warmer jacket, was freezing out there. hope next time will be better.
🌊 Current Fishing Conditions
Water Conditions
Current water conditions at milwaukee river are favorable for fishing. Water temperature and clarity are within optimal ranges for most species.
Fish Activity
Fish activity levels are moderate to high. Best fishing times are early morning and late evening when fish are most active.
Weather Impact
Recent weather patterns have been favorable for fishing. Stable conditions are expected to continue through the week.
Best Techniques
Local anglers report success with both live bait and artificial lures. Vary your approach based on time of day and weather conditions.
🎣 Expert Fishing Tips
Fish upstream from your position to avoid spooking fish
Look for deeper pools and eddies where fish like to rest
Use lighter tackle in clear, flowing water
Pay attention to water levels and flow rates for best results