The Fox River in Brown County, Wisconsin serves as Green Bay's largest tributary and offers exceptional fishing opportunities throughout the year. This scenic waterway flows approximately 7 miles from the De Pere lock and dam downstream to Green Bay, creating diverse habitats that support multiple fish species. The river's proximity to Lake Michigan brings migratory fish runs, particularly during spring spawning seasons, making it a premier destination for trophy fishing. The urban setting provides excellent access while maintaining productive fishing waters that attract anglers from across the region.
Learn what type of fish are at Fox River and what's needed to catch them.
Micropterus salmoides
Micropterus dolomieu
Salmo trutta
Esox lucius
Esox masquinongy
Sander vitreus
Pomoxis nigromaculatus
Lepomis macrochirus
Ictalurus punctatus
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
Cyprinus carpio
Pylodictis olivaris
Aplodinotus grunniens
Lepomis cyanellus
Salvelinus namaycush
Coregonus clupeaformis
Lepisosteus osseus
Ambloplites rupestris
Morone chrysops
Catostomus commersonii
Ameiurus natalis
Perca flavescens
Great Lakes Fishery Commission
Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.
Open stocking page, opens in new tabLearn how to get on Fox River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
Wisconsin residents and non-residents 16 years old or older need a fishing license to fish in any waters of the state. Children under 16 years of age do not need a fishing license.
This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
Floatable water is public in Wisconsin, and users are legally allowed access to all lakes and streambeds below the high water mark for recreational purposes. Though riparian owners can own streams, the public has legal access to those streambeds below the high water mark while engaged in water-related recreational activity.
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All Flow Stations
Scheduled releases and generation forecasts from the dams on Fox River.
Fox River · Kaukauna reach · Kaukauna Utilities
Next release Sat, Jun 19, 10:00 AM CDT to 2:00 PM CDT
Schedules can change, so check the operator's page before you go.
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