Largemouth Bass Stocked · 4 plants · last 2015 Best: dawn, dusk Manawa Millpond fishing
Manawa Millpond fishing: not stocked since 2015. It was stocked with Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike on a reservoir. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Largemouth Bass and dawn, day, and dusk for Northern Pike.
- Last stocked
- 2015
- Largemouth Bass
- Plants on record
- 7
- Since 2012
- Species recorded
- 2
- Average size
- 3 in
- Surface acres
- 181.1
Fish at Manawa Millpond
Largemouth Bass Stocked · 4 plants · last 2015 Best: dawn, dusk 
Northern Pike Stocked · 3 plants · last 2015 Best: dawn, day, dusk Manawa Millpond is a 180 acre lake located in Waupaca County. It has a maximum depth of 12 feet. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Manawa Millpond is stocked
About 435 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 6 lakes in Waupaca County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2012
4,795
Fish stocked in 2013
23,992
Fish stocked in 2014
23,931
Fish stocked in 2015
25,995
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 6,825 | 1.9 in | report |
| 2015 | Northern Pike | 19,170 | 3.3 in | report |
| 2014 | Northern Pike | 19,181 | 3 in | report |
| 2014 | Largemouth Bass | 4,750 | 3.2 in | report |
| 2013 | Northern Pike | 19,198 | 4.8 in | report |
| 2013 | Largemouth Bass | 4,794 | 2.11 in | report |
| 2012 | Largemouth Bass | 4,795 | 3 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Manawa, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms
Impoundment of the North Branch Little Wolf River. The county ramp in Little Wolf Park off County Hwy N has two paved lanes, a vault toilet and water. The city lists more access off Riverview Drive and a carry-in spot north of the shelter at Veterans Freedom Park.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
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Common questions
What fish are at Manawa Millpond?
Fishing Manawa Millpond usually means Largemouth Bass: Largemouth Bass accounts for 4 of 7 plants on record, ahead of Northern Pike. Largemouth Bass was last stocked 2015, averaging 2.6 in. Northern Pike was last stocked 2015, averaging 3.7 in.
When is Manawa Millpond stocked?
Not stocked since 2015. About 435 reported fish per acre, 2nd most of 6 lakes in Waupaca County with both a fish count and a surface area.
How big are the fish stocked at Manawa Millpond?
Stocked fish average 3 in. Largemouth Bass average 2.6 in. Northern Pike average 3.7 in.
How do you get on Manawa Millpond?
The nearest town is Manawa, WI. Facilities include restrooms. Impoundment of the North Branch Little Wolf River. The county ramp in Little Wolf Park off County Hwy N has two paved lanes, a vault toilet and water. The city lists more access off Riverview Drive and a carry-in spot north of the shelter at Veterans Freedom Park.
Which lakes near Manawa Millpond were stocked more recently?
White Lake (7.2 mi), Weyauwega Lake (10.2 mi), Iola Lake (11.5 mi), Pigeon Lake (12.8 mi), and Marion Millpond (14.1 mi) were stocked more recently. Weyauwega Lake is also stocked with Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike, Iola Lake is also stocked with Northern Pike and Largemouth Bass, Pigeon Lake is also stocked with Northern Pike and Largemouth Bass, and Marion Millpond is also stocked with Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.