Musser Flowage

Price County, Wisconsin

503 acres 15 ft max depth 5 ft avg depth 5 fish species 2 boat landings Invasives present

About Musser Flowage

Musser Flowage is a serious fishing destination in Price County, known for both its musky and walleye populations, covering 503 acres with a maximum depth of 15 feet. The lake has public boat landing access, making it easy to launch for a day on the water. The fishery includes Largemouth Bass, Musky, Panfish, and Walleye. Note that invasive species (Chinese Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Eurasian Water-Milfoil) have been documented here — clean your boat before leaving.

Bottom composition: 75% sand, 5% gravel, 2% rock, 18% muck

Type: flowage · Hydrology: DRAINAGE

Lake Location

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45.73130° N, 90.26330° W

WBIC 2245100 · Wisconsin DNR

Fish Species

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Largemouth Bass· CommonMusky· CommonNorthern PikePanfish· AbundantWalleye· Common

Fishing Tips

  • ·Musky fishing is best in early morning and evening. Work weedlines and structural transitions with large bucktails or soft swimbaits.
  • ·Wisconsin musky season typically opens the first Saturday in May. The fall bite (September–October) is peak for trophy fish.
  • ·Walleye feed most actively at dawn and dusk. Jig along deep structural breaks or troll crankbaits along weedlines at 6–8 ft depth.
  • ·Night fishing under a full moon can produce excellent walleye results from late June through August.
  • ·Northern pike are ambush predators — target weed edges, fallen timber, and points with large spoons or swimbaits.
  • ·Spring pike fishing (ice-out through June) can be outstanding as they move into shallow, warming bays to spawn.
  • ·Largemouth bass relate to shallow structure. Work topwater lures at dawn in summer, then switch to soft plastics rigged weedless around lily pads and fallen wood.
  • ·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

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Trophic Status

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Invasive Weeds

Present

Chinese Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Eurasian Water-Milfoil

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 have been documented in Musser Flowage. 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 Musser Flowage?

Musser Flowage is home to Largemouth Bass (Common), Musky (Common), Northern Pike, Panfish (Abundant), and Walleye (Common). Wisconsin fishing regulations apply — check current seasons and size limits before heading out.

Is there a public boat launch on Musser Flowage?

Yes — Musser Flowage has 2 boat landings providing watercraft access. Check for posted local ordinances at the landing before launching.

How big is Musser Flowage?

Musser Flowage has 503 acres in surface area, a maximum depth of 15 feet, a mean depth of 5 feet.

What is the bottom of Musser Flowage like?

The lake bottom is composed of 75% sand, 5% gravel, 2% rock, 18% muck. Sandy and gravel bottoms typically support good swimming and healthy fish habitat.

Are there invasive species in Musser Flowage?

Yes — Chinese Mystery Snail and Curly-Leaf Pondweed and Eurasian Water-Milfoil have been documented in Musser Flowage. 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 Musser Flowage located?

Musser Flowage is located in Price County, Wisconsin. GPS coordinates: 45.7313° N, 90.2633° W.

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Fishing Regulations

Current season regulations for Musser Flowage

SpeciesSeasonMin. LengthDaily Bag
BullheadsOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
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.
Largemouth BassMay 2, 2026 to June 19, 2026The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5.
Largemouth Bass And Smallmouth BassJune 20, 2026 to March 7, 2027The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5.
Muskellunge And HybridsMay 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open waterThe minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Northern PikeMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 5.
PaddlefishClosedNo fishing allowed.
PanfishOpen All YearNo minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 25.
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.
Smallmouth BassMay 2, 2026 to June 19, 2026Fish may not be harvested (catch and release only).
TroutSee specific regulationshttps://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/fishing/trout/ .
Walleye, Sauger, And HybridsMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027The minimum length is 15", but walleye, sauger, and hybrids from 20" to 24" may not be kept, and only 1 fish over 24" is allowed. The daily bag limit is 3.
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
2245100
County
Price County
Surface Area
503 acres
Max Depth
15 ft
Mean Depth
5 ft
Bottom
75% sand, 5% gravel, 2% rock, 18% muck
Lake Type
flowage
Coordinates
45.7313, -90.2633
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Boat Landings (2)

Boat Landing 1

Public

Boat Landing 2

Public

Lake data sourced from the Wisconsin DNR. Last updated 3/24/2026.