Brown Trout Stocked · 29 plants · last 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk Devils Lake fishing
Devils Lake fishing is stocked with Brown Trout, Walleye, Rainbow Trout, and Brook Trout on a natural lake. Also recorded: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and 4 more. It is stocked about 2.2 times a year since 2010. Species guides list dawn, day, and dusk for Brown Trout, Brook Trout, and Northern Pike, dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye, Black Crappie, and Rock Bass, and dawn and dusk for Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, and Smallmouth Bass.
- Last stocked
- 2025
- Brown Trout
- Plants on record
- 35
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 4 (+10 also recorded)
- Average size
- 10.4 in
- Surface acres
- 372.2
Fish at Devils Lake
Brown Trout Stocked · 29 plants · last 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 4 plants · last 2013 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Brook Trout Stocked · 1 plant · last 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Rainbow Trout Stocked · 1 plant · last 2020 Best: dawn, dusk 
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass species guide
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guide
Northern Pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern Pike species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Rock Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Rock Bass species guide
Pumpkinseed Confirmed present Best: dusk Best: dusk
Pumpkinseed species guide
Burbot Confirmed present Best: dusk, night Best: dusk, night
Burbot species guide Green Sunfish Confirmed present
Devils Lake, a 374-acre lake in Sauk County, offers recreational fishing from the lakeshore and boats. Anglers can target naturally occurring bass and panfish, alongside walleye, northern pike, and trout which are stocked by the Wisconsin DNR. The lake provides two public boat launches for access, and its water is moderately clear. Many visitors also report using the Tumbled Rocks Trail to find spots for fishing. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)(en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Devils Lake is stocked
Fish stocked in 2010
25,700
Fish stocked in 2011
10,059
Fish stocked in 2012
15,476
Fish stocked in 2013
14,647
Fish stocked in 2014
11,638
Fish stocked in 2015
19,078
Fish stocked in 2016
8,877
Fish stocked in 2017
15,100
Fish stocked in 2018
9,914
Fish stocked in 2019
12,544
Fish stocked in 2020
24,849
Fish stocked in 2021
15,773
Fish stocked in 2022
16,188
Fish stocked in 2023
16,520
Fish stocked in 2024
17,340
Fish stocked in 2025
19,824
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Brown Trout | 2,122 | 13.55 in | report |
| 2025 | Brown Trout | 16,466 | 9.03 in | report |
| 2025 | Brook Trout | 1,236 | 12.2 in | report |
| 2024 | Brown Trout | 16,965 | 9.03 in | report |
| 2024 | Brown Trout | 375 | 9.3 in | report |
| 2023 | Brown Trout | 410 | 17.1 in | report |
| 2023 | Brown Trout | 16,110 | 9.17 in | report |
| 2022 | Brown Trout | 15,813 | 9 in | report |
| 2022 | Brown Trout | 375 | 13.2 in | report |
| 2021 | Brown Trout | 192 | 17.1 in | report |
| 2021 | Brown Trout | 15,581 | 9.13 in | report |
| 2020 | Brown Trout | 152 | 17.1 in | report |
| 2020 | Rainbow Trout | 8,514 | 8.35 in | report |
| 2020 | Brown Trout | 16,183 | 8.87 in | report |
| 2019 | Brown Trout | 375 | 17.1 in | report |
| 2019 | Brown Trout | 12,169 | 9.1 in | report |
| 2018 | Brown Trout | 9,520 | 9.05 in | report |
| 2018 | Brown Trout | 394 | 9.1 in | report |
| 2017 | Brown Trout | 9,630 | 9.15 in | report |
| 2017 | Brown Trout | 447 | 17.1 in | report |
| 2017 | Brown Trout | 4,427 | 8 in | report |
| 2017 | Brown Trout | 596 | 16.5 in | report |
| 2016 | Brown Trout | 8,877 | 9 in | report |
| 2015 | Brown Trout | 19,078 | 9.04 in | report |
| 2014 | Brown Trout | 729 | 16.1 in | report |
| 2014 | Brown Trout | 10,909 | 9.07 in | report |
| 2013 | Walleye | 6,642 | 1.7 in | report |
| 2013 | Brown Trout | 8,005 | 9.17 in | report |
| 2012 | Walleye | 6,600 | 1.7 in | report |
| 2012 | Brown Trout | 8,876 | 8.9 in | report |
| 2011 | Walleye | 6,546 | 1.47 in | report |
| 2011 | Brown Trout | 300 | 19.9 in | report |
| 2011 | Brown Trout | 3,213 | 9 in | report |
| 2010 | Walleye | 7,250 | 1.73 in | report |
| 2010 | Brown Trout | 18,450 | 9.36 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Baraboo, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock, camping
Two state park landings: a south-shore two-lane concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and accessible vault toilet, and a north-shore paved ramp with flush toilets and drinking water. A state park vehicle sticker is needed at both. Shore anglers fish along the lakeshore too.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Devils Lake
Swimmer's itch is a common problem, especially in summer, caused by a flatworm parasite hosted by snails. While the lake freezes in winter, ice thickness is unmeasured, which poses a potential hazard. (en.wikipedia.org, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Devils Lake?
Fishing Devils Lake usually means Brown Trout: Brown Trout accounts for 29 of 35 plants on record, ahead of Walleye and 2 more. Brown Trout was last stocked 2025, averaging 11.6 in. Walleye was last stocked 2013, averaging 1.7 in. Brook Trout was last stocked 2025, averaging 12.2 in. Rainbow Trout was last stocked 2020, averaging 8.4 in. Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill, plus 6 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Devils Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2025. It is stocked about 2.2 times a year since 2010.
How big are the fish stocked at Devils Lake?
Stocked fish average 10.4 in. Brown Trout average 11.6 in. Walleye average 1.7 in. Brook Trout average 12.2 in. Rainbow Trout average 8.4 in.
How do you get on Devils Lake?
The nearest town is Baraboo, WI. Facilities include restrooms, dock, and camping. Two state park landings: a south-shore two-lane concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and accessible vault toilet, and a north-shore paved ramp with flush toilets and drinking water. A state park vehicle sticker is needed at both. Shore anglers fish along the lakeshore too.