Mud Lake (Columbia County)
Mud Lake is a shallow marsh lake in the Mud Lake Wildlife Area south of Rio in Columbia County, about 31 miles north of Madison. It is better known for waterfowl and birding than for fishing.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Northern Pike
Reviewers say the fish run small
Boat launches
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- King Road boat launchRampOn the south side of the lake, in Mud Lake Wildlife Area.Directions ↗
- Trout Rd carry-in accessPublicCanoe carry-in point.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
- 4Mud Lake Boat RampPublicWisconsin DNR public boat rampDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Mud Lake (Columbia County) are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- M&M Tackle It Bait ShopNearby2830 New Pinery Rd, Suite 12, Portage, WI 53901608-683-2006Directions ↗
Local tips
- The lake is a shallow marsh, so a canoe or small boat works best.
- Expect weeds and low water. Watch for hunting seasons on the wildlife area in fall.
- Motor trolling allows up to 3 hooks, baits or lures per angler.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.