Chippewa Falls Flowage

Chippewa & Eau Claire Counties, Wisconsin

Chippewa Falls Flowage is on the Chippewa River in Chippewa and Eau Claire Counties near Chippewa Falls. It is known for walleye and smallmouth bass.

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Outline: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, 24K Hydrography. Check: this outline's area differs from the listed acreage, so its size or shape may be off.

Current air temperature at Chippewa Falls Flowage (National Weather Service) ↗

Surface area954 acres

Max depth29 ft

Shoreline—

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Walleye●●●●○

DNR lists walleye as abundant

Smallmouth Bass●●●●○

Reviewers report strong smallmouth fishing

Channel Catfish●●●○○

Catfish are common

Muskellunge●●●○○

Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.

Northern Pike●●○○○

Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Public boat landingsRamp
DNR lists 4 public landingsDirections ↗
More public accessPublic
See the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Chippewa Falls Flowage are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Wisconsin DNR before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.

Bill's Sport ShopNearby
620 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls, WIDirections ↗

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Local tips

Bottom is mostly rock and gravel, good for smallmouth.
Walleye 16 to 24 inches are protected.
Clean your boat, as Eurasian water-milfoil is present.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.