Machickanee Flowage
Machickanee Flowage is an impoundment on the Oconto River in Oconto County near Stiles. It is known for largemouth bass, northern pike and panfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Most common bass in the 2003 survey
Bluegill
Most abundant panfish in the survey
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
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.
- County boat landing near the south damRampParking for about 10 trailers, restrooms and a fishing dock. Walk-in shore access also on the upper and northwest shores.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Machickanee Flowage are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
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Search more bait shops near Machickanee Flowage ↗Local tips
- Fish near the south dam landing and the fishing dock if you have no boat.
- Bluegill are plentiful, so this is a good spot for a family panfish trip.
- Walleye were stocked in the 1980s but did not take, so target bass, pike and panfish.
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