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Find DNR Boat and Developed Shore Fishing Access Sites

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) created a statewide inventory containing over 2,000 identified public boat access sites and over 100 developed shore fishing sites. Currently, approximately half these sites have been verified by DNR staff and are available for viewing. We provide our inventory information visually through a mapping application and through a text listing by County.

Find a Site

Two different maps ("themes") can be accessed via the blue "Themes" tab once you are in the application. Below are direct links to each map theme. You can also see information on each location through a search by county. Once you find a location, we provide a link to the mapping application that takes you directly to that site.

Boat Access: This map provides locations of public boat access sites throughout Wisconsin. These sites are where motorized and/or non-motorized watercraft can launch into the water.; Find Boat Access Sites by County; Find Accessible (ADA) Boat Access Sites by County
Developed Shore Fishing Access: This map provides locations of developed public shore fishing sites throughout Wisconsin. These sites include: accessible fishing piers, flat shoreline spots, and shoreline fishing trails with multiple fishing stations.; Find Developed Shore Fishing Access Sites by County

Mapping Application Help

Contact

For boating and fishing questions
DNR Customer Service Web
608.266.2621

For mapping application questions
DNR Boat Access
608.264.8993

This web site is made possible in large part by Federal Sport Fish Restoration funds [exit DNR] through your purchase of fishing equipment and motor boat fuel.

September 2009 updates/changes:

added over 7,000 acres of public hunting ground leased in the Footville and Evansville area
added public boat access and shore fishing opportunities across the state
added parking lots on numerous DNR properties

Prevent the spread of VHS fish disease

Disclaimer

Information pertaining to boat launches and shore fishing sites may be incorrect or incomplete and is subject to change without notice. DNR staff have not verified all boat launch and shore fishing site information. At this time the shore fishing maps only includes sites that were funded and/or developed by the Department of Natural Resources. For other boat launch or shore fishing sites, please contact the county, city, village, or township listed in the information box for conditions.

Last Revised: Friday September 25 2009