Largemouth Bass Stocked · 11 plants · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk Henry Lake fishing
Henry Lake fishing is stocked with Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and 1 more on a reservoir. Also recorded: Northern Pike. It is stocked about 1.7 times a year since 2011. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Largemouth Bass and Rainbow Trout and dawn, day, and dusk for Brook Trout, Brown Trout, and Yellow Perch.
- Last stocked
- 2025
- Fathead Minnow
- Plants on record
- 25
- Since 2011
- Species stocked
- 7 (+1 also recorded)
- Average size
- 6 in
- Surface acres
- 40.7
Fish at Henry Lake
Largemouth Bass Stocked · 11 plants · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk 
Brown Trout Stocked · 6 plants · last 2023 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Brook Trout Stocked · 4 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Bluegill Stocked · 1 plant · last 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Fathead Minnow Stocked · 1 plant · last 2025 Last stocked 2025 · 1 plant
Fathead Minnow species guide
Rainbow Trout Stocked · 1 plant · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk 
Yellow Perch Stocked · 1 plant · last 2025 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Northern Pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern Pike species guideAnglers can target Panfish in its waters. Furthermore, Largemouth Bass are also found within Henry Lake. Additionally, Northern Pike are available for those casting their lines. These species contribute to the overall fishing experience at Henry Lake. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Henry Lake is stocked
Fish stocked in 2011
1,175
Fish stocked in 2012
921
Fish stocked in 2013
1,850
Fish stocked in 2014
265
Fish stocked in 2015
2,025
Fish stocked in 2016
4,542
Fish stocked in 2017
3,002
Fish stocked in 2018
2,950
Fish stocked in 2019
1,165
Fish stocked in 2020
3,435
Fish stocked in 2021
4,500
Fish stocked in 2022
1,802
Fish stocked in 2023
315
Fish stocked in 2024
270
Fish stocked in 2025
39,900
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Fathead Minnow | 36,000 | – | report |
| 2025 | Bluegill | 2,100 | 3 in | report |
| 2025 | Yellow Perch | 1,800 | 2 in | report |
| 2024 | Brook Trout | 270 | – | report |
| 2023 | Brown Trout | 200 | 11 in | report |
| 2023 | Brook Trout | 115 | 11 in | report |
| 2022 | Brook Trout | 125 | 10 in | report |
| 2022 | Brown Trout | 150 | 10 in | report |
| 2022 | Rainbow Trout | 60 | 13 in | report |
| 2022 | Largemouth Bass | 1,467 | 2.7 in | report |
| 2021 | Largemouth Bass | 4,500 | 2.8 in | report |
| 2020 | Largemouth Bass | 3,435 | 2.3 in | report |
| 2019 | Largemouth Bass | 1,165 | 2.7 in | report |
| 2018 | Brown Trout | 175 | 10 in | report |
| 2018 | Largemouth Bass | 2,775 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2017 | Brown Trout | 230 | 10 in | report |
| 2017 | Largemouth Bass | 2,772 | 2.1 in | report |
| 2016 | Largemouth Bass | 4,542 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2015 | Brown Trout | 175 | 10 in | report |
| 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 1,850 | 1.9 in | report |
| 2014 | Brown Trout | 265 | 10 in | report |
| 2013 | Largemouth Bass | 1,850 | 2.1 in | report |
| 2012 | Largemouth Bass | 921 | 1.9 in | report |
| 2011 | Brook Trout | 250 | 13 in | report |
| 2011 | Largemouth Bass | 925 | 3 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Blair, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock, camping
The city of Blair owns about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Riverside Memorial Park on the south shore has a concrete ramp with a boarding dock, an accessible restroom, a campground and accessible fishing piers; Strand Park on the north shore has more accessible piers. Roadside parking on N Park Road.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Henry Lake
Anglers should be aware of invasive species in Henry Lake, including the Chinese Mystery Snail and Curly-Leaf Pondweed. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Henry Lake?
Fishing Henry Lake usually means Largemouth Bass: Largemouth Bass accounts for 11 of 25 plants on record, ahead of Brown Trout and 5 more. Largemouth Bass was last stocked 2022, averaging 2.4 in. Brown Trout was last stocked 2023, averaging 10.2 in. Brook Trout was last stocked 2024, averaging 11.3 in. Bluegill was last stocked 2025, averaging 3 in. 3 more species are on the stocking report. Northern Pike is recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Henry Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2025. It is stocked about 1.7 times a year since 2011.
How big are the fish stocked at Henry Lake?
Stocked fish average 6 in. Largemouth Bass average 2.4 in. Brown Trout average 10.2 in. Brook Trout average 11.3 in. Bluegill average 3 in.
How do you get on Henry Lake?
The nearest town is Blair, WI. Facilities include restrooms, dock, and camping. The city of Blair owns about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Riverside Memorial Park on the south shore has a concrete ramp with a boarding dock, an accessible restroom, a campground and accessible fishing piers; Strand Park on the north shore has more accessible piers. Roadside parking on N Park Road.