What's Biting
Target Species
Green Bay is one of the Midwest's premier freshwater fisheries. Here's a deep dive into the four species we target — their habits, best techniques, and when to chase them.
Sander vitreus
Walleye
Green Bay's Signature Species
Walleye are the crown jewel of Green Bay fishing. Known for their distinctive glassy eyes, incredible fight, and outstanding table fare, walleye draw anglers from across the Midwest. Green Bay's shallow, nutrient-rich waters produce some of the largest walleye in Wisconsin.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
Walleye are most active at dawn and dusk when their light-sensitive eyes give them a hunting advantage over prey.
Esox masquinongy
Muskie
The Fish of 10,000 Casts
Muskellunge — the apex predator of freshwater. These massive, elusive fish are the ultimate challenge for serious anglers. Green Bay and the surrounding Door County waters hold trophy-class muskie that can exceed 50 inches. Landing one is a bucket-list achievement.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
Muskie are nicknamed 'the fish of 10,000 casts' because of how rarely they strike — but when they do, it's unforgettable.
Esox lucius
Northern Pike
Aggressive & Powerful
Northern pike are one of the most aggressive predators in Green Bay. They hit hard, fight dirty, and are found throughout the bay's weed beds and shallow flats. Pike are a fantastic target for anglers of all skill levels — they're willing biters and put on an explosive show when hooked.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
Pike have up to 700 teeth arranged in multiple rows — they're built to grab and hold prey with no escape.
Perca flavescens
Yellow Perch
The Perfect Family Fish
Yellow perch are the ideal species for families and first-time anglers. They're abundant in Green Bay, easy to catch, and absolutely delicious on the table. Perch fishing is fast-paced, fun, and a great way to introduce kids to the sport. On a good day, you can fill a cooler in just a few hours.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
Yellow perch are considered some of the best-tasting freshwater fish in North America — light, flaky, and sweet.
Oncorhynchus tshawytscha
King Salmon
The Mightiest Salmon in the Great Lakes
King salmon — also known as Chinook — are the largest and most powerful salmon species in the Great Lakes. These hard-charging fish make blistering runs and put serious pressure on tackle and anglers alike. Lake Michigan and the connecting waters near Green Bay offer outstanding king salmon action, especially during the summer and fall staging runs. Landing a 20+ pound king is an experience you won't forget.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
King salmon can weigh over 40 lbs in the Great Lakes — the current Wisconsin record is over 44 lbs, caught in Lake Michigan.
Micropterus dolomieu
Smallmouth Bass
Green Bay's Hardest-Fighting Bass
Smallmouth bass are widely regarded as the hardest-fighting freshwater fish pound for pound — and Green Bay delivers some of the finest smallmouth fishing in the Great Lakes region. These bronze-sided bruisers stack up on rocky points, gravel bars, and current breaks throughout the bay. From explosive topwater strikes in early summer to deep structure fishing in the heat of August, smallmouth keep anglers on their toes from first cast to last.
Top Techniques
Did You Know?
Smallmouth bass are known to jump 3–4 times during a fight — they're one of the most acrobatic freshwater fish you can hook.
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