Fishing

Petenwell Flowage

Northern Pike, Bass, Walleye, Pan Fish, Musky, Catfish
Wisconsin’s 2nd largest body of water created by Wisconsin River Power Company in the 1940s by building a Hydroelectric Dam on the Wisconsin River. Petenwell Lake is part of the Wisconsin River Flowage. It is a man-made lake of 23,040 acres and a maximum depth of 48 feet. The dam on the lake is owned by the Wisconsin Power Company and is used to generate electricity.

Wisconsin River in Nekoosa

Annual Walleye Run, late March though April
As the ice recedes and the river warms, thousands of walleye migrate upstream toward the Nekoosa dam to spawn. Anglers from across the region flock to Nekoosa during this time, drawn to the chance to catch walleyes in the fast-moving waters. The rocky shallows and dam tailwaters create ideal conditions for both shore fishing and boat fishing, making it accessible to all skill levels.

Castle Rock Lake

Walleye, Musky, Panfish, Bass, White Bass, Northern Pike
A premier fishing destination known for its size (4th largest lake in Wisconsin), scenic shoreline and diverse fishery. Covering more than 16,000 acres, this flowage on the Wisconsin River offers anglers year-round opportunities. Multiple boat launches and public access points. Shore fishing is possible at parks and campgrounds. Castle Rock Lake is not only productive for anglers but also offers a classic Wisconsin experience - peaceful waters, wildlife and a vibrant community of fishermen.

Lake Sherwood

Panfish, Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike
243 surface acres in size. Maximum depth is 24 feet, with an average depth of 8 feet. Both Upper and Lower Camelot Lakes flow through dams into Sherwood Lake. Sherwood Lake flows through a dam into Arrowhead Lake. There is a public boat launch on Sherwood Lake on the southwest edge of the lake.

Lake Camelot

Panfish, Bass, Walleye, Northern Pike
Lower Camelot Lake is the first lake in the series, where Fourteen Mile Creek enters. Lower Camelot Lake is 260 surface acres, with a maximum depth of 24 feet and an average depth of 8 feet. Spring Branch Creek enters Upper Camelot Lake, which has 191 surface acres, a maximum depth of about 25 feet, and an average depth of 8 feet. A channel connects Lower Camelot Lake to Upper Camelot Lake. There is a public boat ramp located on southwest side of Lower Camelot Lake.

Lake Arrowhead

Bass, Panfish, Walleye, Northern Pike
350 surface acres in size. Maximum depth is 30 feet, with an average depth of 8 feet. The dam impounds Fourteen-Mile Creek downstream from the dams at Lower and Upper Camelot Lakes and Sherwood Lake, on its way to the Wisconsin River. There is a public boat ramp located on southwest side of the lake.

Lakes within 30 miles of Rome

Mason Lake (882 acres), Nepco Lake (500 acres), Jordan Lake (213 acres) Big Roche-A-Cri Lake (205 acres), Lake Wazeecha (148 acres), Friendship Lake (115 acres), Parker Lake (57 acres), Patrick Lake (48 acres), Fenner Lake (41 acres), Deep Lake (35 acres)

Forcier’s Fishing Guide Service

Learn the lures and techniques to catch musky, walleye, crappie and white bass. Your adventure includes rods, reels, lures and knowledge from your guide and local fishing expert, Todd Forcier. Todd brings nearly 30 years of experience hosting guided fishing tours in the area and is a licensed and insured fishing guide, as well as CPR and First Aid certified.

For more information call 715-459-2234 or email forciermusky@gmail.com

Website: forcierfishing.com

Sibert’s Guide Service

Sibert's Guide Service is an all-season multi-species guide service offering full service guides trips for Walleye, Crappie, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass and Perch on the Petenwell Flowage, Castle Rock Lake and Wisconsin River. Founded by Brandon Sibert in September of 2023. Brandon is a Professional State of Wisconsin licensed and insured guide, certified in CPR and First Aid. All equipment, bait and tackle is provided.

For more information call 608-853-1184 or email sibertsguideservice@gmail.com

Website: sibertsguideservice.com

Team Walleye Guys Guide Service

A fully insured and licensed fishing guide service specializing in walleye fishing on the Wisconsin River with over 50 years of combined experience chasing walleyes. They also target crappies, perch, bluegills and bass on the river from Stevens Point south through the Petenwell Flowage and Wisconsin Dells. All equipment, bait and tackle is provided. Just bring a lunch, appropriate clothing for the weather, a Wisconsin fishing license and a positive attitude and an open mind! Ice Fishing guiding also available.

For more information call 715-459-7078 or email teamwalleyeguys@gmail.com

Website: teamwalleyeguys.com

J-Mata Fishing

Jason has lived and fished in central Wisconsin his entire life and spends alot of time on Lake Petenwell, Lake Winnebago, the Wisconsin River, Green Bay and the smaller rural lakes as well. He has been guiding and fishing tournaments for 20 years and holds a USCG Captains License, CPR and First Aid Certification and is fully insured. He previously fished the AIM Walleye Circuit,  FLW Tour and League, the MWC, MWS and TWO Series in the past. All equipment, bait and tackle is provided. Ice Fishing guiding is also available.

For more information call 715-340-5076 or email walleye.mata@yahoo.com

Website: j-matafishing.com

Rome Outdoors

251 State Hwy 13, Nekoosa WI

Summer Hours:
Monday through Saturday: 6am-6pm, Sunday 6am-4pm

Whether you’re heading into the woods or on the water, the first place you’ll need to head is Rome Outdoors! Rome Outdoors offers fishing supplies/live bait, tackle, hunting, camping, boating and other basic supplies and necessities.

For more information, call (715) 751-0333 or visit the Rome Outdoors Facebook Page

Buckhorn Store

N8414 County Rd G, Necedah WI

Hours:
Sunday through Thursday: 7am-8pm, Friday and Saturday 7am-9pm

Large selection of fishing equipment, tackle and bait to meet your every need. Staff is always willing to offer advice or take suggestions on new products to offer. Is also a fully stocked convenience store along with fresh baked pizzas and subs.

For more information, call (608)565-2425 or visit their website buckhornstorewi.com