Shawano Lake

Boat Ramps: 11
Access Points: 11
Species: 15

Nestled in Shawano County, Wisconsin, Shawano Lake stands as one of the premier fishing destinations in the Midwest. Spanning over 6,200 acres, this magnificent drainage lake features clear waters, sandy shores, and a maximum depth of 39.5 feet. Surrounded by lush woodlands and dotted with charming cabins, Shawano Lake provides both excellent fishing opportunities and a tranquil retreat from everyday life. The lake is known for its picturesque sunsets and diverse fish populations, making it an ideal destination for anglers of all skill levels throughout the year.

Wisconsin licenses and regulations4 to check before you go

Species & education

Learn what type of fish are at Shawano Lake and what's needed to catch them.

Find which waters have the species you want to catch

Largemouth Bass

Micropterus salmoides

Smallmouth Bass

Micropterus dolomieu

Northern Pike

Esox lucius

Muskellunge

Esox masquinongy

Walleye

Sander vitreus

Black Crappie

Pomoxis nigromaculatus

Black Bullhead

Ameiurus melas

Bluegill Sunfish

Lepomis macrochirus

Channel Catfish

Ictalurus punctatus

Lake Whitefish

Coregonus clupeaformis

Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

Rock Bass

Ambloplites rupestris

White Bass

Morone chrysops

Yellow Bullhead

Ameiurus natalis

Yellow Perch

Perca flavescens

Fish stocking schedule

Latest 5 stockings

Walleye31,137 fish · 7.4 in2025
Muskellunge2,516 fish · 10.6 in2025
Walleye7,819,000 fish · 0.5 in2025
Muskellunge4,143 fish · 10.0 in2024
Walleye5,100,000 fish · 0.3 in2024

Source

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Sizes are the length the agency reports. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Shawano Lake. 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.

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Know where you can legally fish on Shawano Lake

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.

Wisconsin licenses and regulations

Wisconsin Boating Regulations

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.

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Wisconsin Fishing License

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.

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Wisconsin Fishing Regulations

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.

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Wisconsin Stream Access Laws

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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Take Shawano Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

Use the map without signal
Download the map around Shawano Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.
Log your catches here
Keep a private fishing journal for Shawano Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.
HD depth charts from Garmin
Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.