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Milwaukee River
Stocked 6× since 2025 · Wisconsin DNR
Milwaukee River is a stream in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, stocked with Brown Trout, Coho Salmon and Rainbow Trout — most recently on Jan 1, 2025. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Wisconsin DNR; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Overcast
89°
62°
6 mph
0%
Fri
Rain
81°
67°
13 mph
63%
Sat
Rain
69°
66°
21 mph
84%
→ pressure steadyStable weather — expect a normal bite.
Stocking ledger
| — 2025 — | ||||
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 14,490 | 3.6" | |
| Jan 1 | Brown Trout | 14,332 | 6.2" | |
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 15,024 | 6.42" | |
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 11,550 | 3.9" | |
| Jan 1 | Coho Salmon | 5,080 | 6.75" | |
| Jan 1 | Rainbow Trout | 15,498 | 6.62" | |
Angler reports
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Best bite times
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All Wisconsin waters with brown trout → · All Wisconsin waters with coho salmon →
Nearby waters
- Menomonee River0.6 mistocked Jan 1, 2025
- Kinnickinnic River0.6 mistocked Jan 1, 2025
- 690 Reservoir2.3 mi
- Mud Lake7.5 mi
- Brantwood Lake7.9 mi
- Scout Lake7.3 mistocked Jan 1, 2025
- Oak Creek8.8 mi
- Underwood Creek7.0 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official WI regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
Milwaukee River fishing — FAQ
What fish are stocked in Milwaukee River?+
Milwaukee River is stocked with Brown Trout, Coho Salmon and Rainbow Trout in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, most recently on Jan 1, 2025 by Wisconsin DNR. The full stocking ledger is on this page.
When does Milwaukee River get stocked?+
Going by 6 records since 2025, stocking at Milwaukee River peaks in January. Check this page for the season's scheduled and most recent stockings.
Do I need a license to fish Milwaukee River?+
Yes — Wisconsin requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is Milwaukee River?+
Milwaukee River is a stream in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.
Data: Wisconsin DNR · updated Jan 1, 2025 · checked daily · we publish what agencies publish, nothing else.