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Lake Eau Galle

Dunn County, Wisconsin

Lake Eau Galle is a 360-acre Army Corps reservoir just north of Spring Valley in Dunn County. It is known for largemouth bass, crappie and bluegill.

N1 mi
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Surface area360 acres
Max depth18 ft
Shoreline—
Boat motorsNo gasoline-powered boats; electric or paddle only

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Largemouth Bass●●●●○

Plentiful per Corps

Bluegill●●●●○

Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.

Crappie●●●●○

Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.

Boat launches

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

  • Eau Galle Recreation Area boat launchesRamp
    Two launches at W501 Eau Galle Dam Rd, Spring Valley. Gasoline engines are not allowed. Phone (715) 778-5562.Directions ↗
  • 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 Lake Eau Galle 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

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Local tips

  • Use an electric motor or paddle. Gas motors are banned.
  • Average depth is only about 6 feet. Fish early to avoid summer boat pressure.
  • An accessible fishing pier is available for shore anglers.

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