Muskellunge Stocked · 10 plants · last 2021 Best: dawn, dusk Neshonoc Lake fishing
Neshonoc Lake fishing: not stocked since 2022. It was stocked with Muskellunge, Walleye, and Largemouth Bass on a reservoir. Also recorded: Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Channel Catfish, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, and Smallmouth Bass, dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye and Black Crappie, and dawn, day, and dusk for Bluegill, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch.
- Last stocked
- 2022
- Walleye
- Plants on record
- 20
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 3 (+6 also recorded)
- Average size
- 7.6 in
- Surface acres
- 609.4
Fish at Neshonoc Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 10 plants · last 2021 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 6 plants · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Largemouth Bass Stocked · 4 plants · last 2017 Best: dawn, dusk 
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guide
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Channel Catfish Confirmed present Best: dusk, night Best: dusk, night
Channel Catfish species guide
Northern Pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern Pike species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guideHow Neshonoc Lake is stocked
No plants recorded in 2013 and 2019.
Fish stocked in 2010
425
Fish stocked in 2011
1,700
Fish stocked in 2012
11,384
Fish stocked in 2014
10,287
Fish stocked in 2015
58,039
Fish stocked in 2016
57,137
Fish stocked in 2017
50,086
Fish stocked in 2018
22,360
Fish stocked in 2020
9,097
Fish stocked in 2021
100
Fish stocked in 2022
9,056
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Walleye | 9,056 | 7.6 in | report |
| 2021 | Muskellunge | 100 | 12.3 in | report |
| 2020 | Walleye | 9,097 | 6.7 in | report |
| 2018 | Muskellunge | 1,400 | 11.8 in | report |
| 2018 | Muskellunge | 11,867 | 3.64 in | report |
| 2018 | Walleye | 9,093 | 5.9 in | report |
| 2017 | Largemouth Bass | 49,624 | 2.1 in | report |
| 2017 | Muskellunge | 462 | 11.2 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 1,200 | 4 in | report |
| 2016 | Largemouth Bass | 45,450 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 1,400 | 11.2 in | report |
| 2016 | Walleye | 9,087 | 7.05 in | report |
| 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 58,039 | 1.9 in | report |
| 2014 | Muskellunge | 1,190 | 10.7 in | report |
| 2014 | Walleye | 9,097 | 6.6 in | report |
| 2012 | Muskellunge | 700 | 10.9 in | report |
| 2012 | Largemouth Bass | 10,684 | 3 in | report |
| 2011 | Walleye | 1,000 | 7.5 in | report |
| 2011 | Muskellunge | 700 | 11 in | report |
| 2010 | Muskellunge | 425 | 13.9 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- reservoir
- Nearest town
- West Salem, WI
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock
Two county ramps: Swarthout Park on the northwest shore off Hwy 16 (concrete ramp, dock, vault toilet, lawn parking at the entrance) and a small gravel ramp in West Salem with a steep access road. A fishing pier sits at the east end of E. Tilson St. in West Salem.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Neshonoc Lake
Anglers should be aware of invasive species such as Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Japanese knotweed, and Purple Loosestrife. Additionally, the Neshonoc South Boat Ramp features a steep, gravel entrance/exit road and limited parking. At Neshonoc Swarthout Park Boat Ramp, there is no parking at the launch site, only unlined, lawn parking at the entrance. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)(dnrmaps.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)(dnrmaps.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Neshonoc Lake?
Fishing Neshonoc Lake usually means Muskellunge: Muskellunge accounts for 10 of 20 plants on record, ahead of Walleye and one more. Muskellunge was last stocked 2021, averaging 10.1 in. Walleye was last stocked 2022, averaging 6.9 in. Largemouth Bass was last stocked 2017, averaging 2.3 in. Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Channel Catfish, plus 2 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Neshonoc Lake stocked?
Not stocked since 2022. No plants recorded in 2013 and 2019.
How big are the fish stocked at Neshonoc Lake?
Stocked fish average 7.6 in. Muskellunge average 10.1 in. Walleye average 6.9 in. Largemouth Bass average 2.3 in.
How do you get on Neshonoc Lake?
The nearest town is West Salem, WI. Facilities include restrooms and dock. Two county ramps: Swarthout Park on the northwest shore off Hwy 16 (concrete ramp, dock, vault toilet, lawn parking at the entrance) and a small gravel ramp in West Salem with a steep access road. A fishing pier sits at the east end of E. Tilson St. in West Salem.
Which lakes near Neshonoc Lake were stocked more recently?
Henry Lake (28.3 mi), Wazee Lake (31.1 mi), and Potter Flowage (38.2 mi) were stocked more recently. Henry Lake is also stocked with Largemouth Bass, Wazee Lake is also stocked with Largemouth Bass and Walleye, and Potter Flowage is also stocked with Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge, and Walleye.