Muskellunge Stocked · 9 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk Nepco Lake fishing
Nepco Lake fishing is stocked with Walleye, Northern Pike, and Muskellunge on a reservoir. Also recorded: Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass. It is stocked about 1.3 times a year since 2010. Species guides list dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye, dawn, day, and dusk for Northern Pike, and dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, and Smallmouth Bass.
- Last stocked
- 2024
- Muskellunge
- Plants on record
- 20
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 3 (+2 also recorded)
- Average size
- 9.1 in
- Surface acres
- 476
Fish at Nepco Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 9 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 8 plants · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Northern Pike Stocked · 3 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, day, 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 guideNepco Lake is a 496 acre lake located in Wood County. It has a maximum depth of 29 feet. The lake's water is moderately clear. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing, and a public beach. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Nepco Lake is stocked
No plants recorded in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2023.
Fish stocked in 2010
18,401
Fish stocked in 2011
50
Fish stocked in 2012
18,395
Fish stocked in 2013
200
Fish stocked in 2014
2,461
Fish stocked in 2016
4,006
Fish stocked in 2018
2,680
Fish stocked in 2020
2,700
Fish stocked in 2021
200
Fish stocked in 2022
2,480
Fish stocked in 2024
260
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 160 | 12.9 in | report |
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 100 | 12 in | report |
| 2022 | Walleye | 2,480 | 7 in | report |
| 2021 | Muskellunge | 200 | 12.5 in | report |
| 2020 | Walleye | 2,480 | 6.45 in | report |
| 2020 | Muskellunge | 220 | 13 in | report |
| 2018 | Walleye | 2,480 | 6.1 in | report |
| 2018 | Muskellunge | 200 | 11 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 100 | 14 in | report |
| 2016 | Northern Pike | 1,429 | 8.1 in | report |
| 2016 | Walleye | 2,477 | 6 in | report |
| 2014 | Walleye | 2,461 | 6.4 in | report |
| 2013 | Muskellunge | 200 | 11 in | report |
| 2012 | Northern Pike | 1,000 | 7.5 in | report |
| 2012 | Muskellunge | 205 | 13 in | report |
| 2012 | Walleye | 17,190 | 1.6 in | report |
| 2011 | Muskellunge | 50 | 12 in | report |
| 2010 | Walleye | 466 | 9 in | report |
| 2010 | Northern Pike | 558 | 10.1 in | report |
| 2010 | Walleye | 17,377 | 1.7 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- Port Edwards, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock
Wood County's Nepco Lake County Park (1410 Griffith Ave) has a two-lane concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and concrete walkway, flush restrooms, potable water, lighting, a beach and picnic area. Travel Wisconsin lists shore fishing and an accessible fishing pier.
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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 Nepco Lake?
Fishing Nepco Lake usually means Muskellunge: Muskellunge accounts for 9 of 20 plants on record, ahead of Walleye and one more. Muskellunge was last stocked 2024, averaging 12.4 in. Walleye was last stocked 2022, averaging 5.5 in. Northern Pike was last stocked 2016, averaging 8.6 in. Largemouth Bass and Smallmouth Bass are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Nepco Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2024. It is stocked about 1.3 times a year since 2010. No plants recorded in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2023.
How big are the fish stocked at Nepco Lake?
Stocked fish average 9.1 in. Muskellunge average 12.4 in. Walleye average 5.5 in. Northern Pike average 8.6 in.
How do you get on Nepco Lake?
The nearest town is Port Edwards, WI. Facilities include restrooms and dock. Wood County's Nepco Lake County Park (1410 Griffith Ave) has a two-lane concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and concrete walkway, flush restrooms, potable water, lighting, a beach and picnic area. Travel Wisconsin lists shore fishing and an accessible fishing pier.
Which lakes near Nepco Lake were stocked more recently?
Camelot Lake (9.5 mi) was stocked more recently. Camelot Lake is also stocked with Walleye and Northern Pike.