Oak Creek Parkway Pond

Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

4 acres 8 ft max depth 5 ft avg depth 1 fish species Invasives present

About Oak Creek Parkway Pond

Oak Creek Parkway Pond is a scenic Milwaukee County lake worth knowing about, a intimate 4-acre lake reaching 8 feet at its deepest. Access is limited, which keeps boat traffic low — a plus for solitude seekers. Anglers primarily target Panfish. Note that invasive species (Chinese Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Eurasian Water-Milfoil, Java Waterdrop / Vietnamese Water Celery, Purple Loosestrife) have been documented here — clean your boat before leaving.

Bottom composition: 0% sand, 50% gravel, 0% rock, 50% muck

Type: flowage · Hydrology: DRAINAGE

Lake Location

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42.91310° N, 87.85440° W

WBIC 14700 · Wisconsin DNR

Fish Species

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Panfish

Fishing Tips

  • ·Bluegill and crappie stack up in 8–15 ft of water near weedlines. Small jigs tipped with a waxworm are hard to beat.
  • ·Panfish are often excellent for kids and beginners — look for them around any dock or submerged brush piles.

Local's Guide

Fishing

Species-specific tips above. Wisconsin fishing license required for ages 16+. See current season regulations below.

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Swimming

Sandy bottom sections make for good swimming. No lifeguard on duty — swim at your own risk.

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Lake Conditions

Water Clarity

No data

Trophic Status

No data

Invasive Weeds

Present

Chinese Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Eurasian Water-Milfoil, Java Waterdrop / Vietnamese Water Celery, Purple Loosestrife

Seasonal Notes

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Ice-out dates, peak fishing windows

Condition data sourced from Wisconsin DNR surveys. Real-time weed and clarity reports coming soon.

Invasive Species Present

Chinese Mystery Snail and Curly-Leaf Pondweed and Eurasian Water-Milfoil and Java Waterdrop / Vietnamese Water Celery and Purple Loosestrife have been documented in Oak Creek Parkway Pond. Clean, drain, and dry all watercraft and equipment before leaving.

Report sightings to the Wisconsin DNR invasive species hotline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Oak Creek Parkway Pond?

Oak Creek Parkway Pond is home to Panfish. Wisconsin fishing regulations apply — check current seasons and size limits before heading out.

Can you boat on Oak Creek Parkway Pond?

Oak Creek Parkway Pond does not currently have a public boat landing listed in the Wisconsin DNR database. Shore fishing or kayak/canoe access may still be available — check local access points.

How big is Oak Creek Parkway Pond?

Oak Creek Parkway Pond has 4 acres in surface area, a maximum depth of 8 feet, a mean depth of 5 feet.

What is the bottom of Oak Creek Parkway Pond like?

The lake bottom is composed of 0% sand, 50% gravel, 0% rock, 50% muck. Sandy and gravel bottoms typically support good swimming and healthy fish habitat.

Are there invasive species in Oak Creek Parkway Pond?

Yes — Chinese Mystery Snail and Curly-Leaf Pondweed and Eurasian Water-Milfoil and Java Waterdrop / Vietnamese Water Celery and Purple Loosestrife have been documented in Oak Creek Parkway Pond. Please clean, drain, and dry your watercraft and all equipment before leaving any Wisconsin water body to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Where is Oak Creek Parkway Pond located?

Oak Creek Parkway Pond is located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. GPS coordinates: 42.9131° N, 87.8544° W.

Are there vacation rentals on Oak Creek Parkway Pond?

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Fishing Regulations

Current season regulations for Oak Creek Parkway Pond

SpeciesSeasonMin. LengthDaily Bag
CatfishOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Cisco And WhitefishOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Lake SturgeonClosedNo fishing allowed.
Muskellunge And HybridsMay 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open waterThe minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1.
PaddlefishClosedNo fishing allowed.
Panfish, to ,No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10, panfish Regulations for Urban Waters include Bullheads.
PanfishMarch 14, 2026 to April 24, 2026No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10, special Season for Youth and Disabled; Panfish Regulations for Urban Waters include Bullheads.
Rock, Yellow, And White BassOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Rough FishOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Round GobyOpen All YearThe daily bag limit is 0, one may be killed and possessed for transport to a WDNR Office.
RuffeOpen All YearThe daily bag limit is 0, one may be killed and possessed for transport to a WDNR Office.
Shovelnose SturgeonClosedNo fishing allowed.
TroutSee specific regulationshttps://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/fishing/trout/ .
Trout And Salmon, to ,No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 3.
Trout And SalmonMarch 14, 2026 to April 24, 2026No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 3, special season for youth and disabled.
Urban Waters Gamefish, to ,No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 1.
Urban Waters GamefishMarch 14, 2026 to April 24, 2026No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 1, special season for youth and disabled.
White PerchOpen All YearThe daily bag limit is 0, one may be killed and possessed for transport to a WDNR Office.

Regulations sourced from Wisconsin DNR fisheries data. Always verify current regulations before fishing.

Lake Details

WBIC
14700
County
Milwaukee County
Surface Area
4 acres
Max Depth
8 ft
Mean Depth
5 ft
Bottom
0% sand, 50% gravel, 0% rock, 50% muck
Lake Type
flowage
Coordinates
42.9131, -87.8544
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Lake data sourced from the Wisconsin DNR. Last updated 3/24/2026.