Walleye Stocked · 5 plants · last 2017 Best: dawn, dusk, night Big Eau Pleine Reservoir fishing
Big Eau Pleine Reservoir fishing: not stocked since 2017. It was stocked with Muskellunge, Walleye, and Northern Pike on a reservoir. Also recorded: Black Crappie, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Common Carp, and 2 more. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass, dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye, Black Crappie, and Rock Bass, and dawn, day, and dusk for Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Bluegill.
- Last stocked
- 2017
- Walleye
- Plants on record
- 10
- Since 2012
- Species stocked
- 3 (+8 also recorded)
- Average size
- 4.9 in
- Surface acres
- 6,373.5
Fish at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
Walleye Stocked · 5 plants · last 2017 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Muskellunge Stocked · 4 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, dusk 
Northern Pike Stocked · 1 plant · last 2014 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guide
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Common Carp Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Common Carp species guide
Burbot Confirmed present Best: dusk, night Best: dusk, night
Burbot species guide
Rock Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Rock Bass species guideBig Eau Pleine Reservoir is a 6348 acre lake located in Marathon County. It has a maximum depth of 46 feet. Fish in the lake include Musky, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Big Eau Pleine Reservoir is stocked
Pike Lake (24.9 mi), Nepco Lake (28 mi), Dorchester Park Pond (29.5 mi), Norrie Lake (30.2 mi), and Sherwood Lake* (34.1 mi) were stocked more recently. Pike Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Nepco Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Northern Pike, and Muskellunge, Norrie Lake is also stocked with Walleye, and Sherwood Lake* is also stocked with Northern Pike.
Fish stocked in 2012
2,500
Fish stocked in 2013
200,000
Fish stocked in 2014
602,500
Fish stocked in 2015
1,002,498
Fish stocked in 2016
2,002,500
Fish stocked in 2017
3,000,000
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Walleye | 3,000,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2016 | Walleye | 2,000,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 2,500 | 11.24 in | report |
| 2015 | Muskellunge | 2,498 | 11.3 in | report |
| 2015 | Walleye | 1,000,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2014 | Northern Pike | 100,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2014 | Walleye | 500,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2014 | Muskellunge | 2,500 | 9.7 in | report |
| 2013 | Walleye | 200,000 | 1 in | report |
| 2012 | Muskellunge | 2,500 | 10.4 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Town of Green Valley, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms, camping, dock, cleaning station
Big Eau Pleine County Park's West and South units have three paved ramps with ADA-accessible docks and a daily launch fee; one South Unit ramp is in the campground beside a fish cleaning area. Lisa's Landing (WVIC) adds an accessible fishing station.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Big Eau Pleine Reservoir
A notable condition for Big Eau Pleine Reservoir is that "The lake's water clarity is very low," which anglers should be aware of. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
Fishing Big Eau Pleine Reservoir usually means Walleye: Walleye accounts for 5 of 10 plants on record, ahead of Muskellunge and one more. Walleye was last stocked 2017, averaging 1 in. Muskellunge was last stocked 2016, averaging 10.7 in. Northern Pike was last stocked 2014, averaging 1 in. Black Crappie, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch, plus 4 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Big Eau Pleine Reservoir stocked?
Not stocked since 2017.
How big are the fish stocked at Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
Stocked fish average 4.9 in. Walleye average 1 in. Muskellunge average 10.7 in. Northern Pike average 1 in.
How do you get on Big Eau Pleine Reservoir?
The nearest town is Town of Green Valley, WI. Facilities include restrooms, camping, dock, and cleaning station. Big Eau Pleine County Park's West and South units have three paved ramps with ADA-accessible docks and a daily launch fee; one South Unit ramp is in the campground beside a fish cleaning area. Lisa's Landing (WVIC) adds an accessible fishing station.
Which lakes near Big Eau Pleine Reservoir were stocked more recently?
Pike Lake (24.9 mi), Nepco Lake (28 mi), Dorchester Park Pond (29.5 mi), Norrie Lake (30.2 mi), and Sherwood Lake* (34.1 mi) were stocked more recently. Pike Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Nepco Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Northern Pike, and Muskellunge, Norrie Lake is also stocked with Walleye, and Sherwood Lake* is also stocked with Northern Pike.