Lower Mud Lake Fishery Area offers water access via the Jaeger Landing in McFarland (off Exchange Street south of Lake Waubesa) or from a county easement east of the Dryeson Road bridge, with access restricted to small, shallow-draft boats, canoes, and kayaks due to the rocky nature of the Yahara River.

The area features extensive emergent marsh vegetation ideal for canoeing/kayaking and wildlife viewing, though the shallow lake portion (less than 1 meter deep) and swift, rocky river channel require careful navigation.

No overnight camping or fires are permitted on the property.