Ice fishing Lake Monona, Wisconsin
Size: 3,359 acresTop DNR species: panfishLocation: Dane
Ice safety: no ice is ever guaranteed safe. This site does not report ice thickness or conditions and nothing here means a lake is safe to walk or drive on. The Wisconsin DNR does not monitor ice conditions either. Ask local bait shops, clubs and authorities about current conditions, check repeatedly as you go, and stay off if in doubt. Read our full safety disclaimer.
| Location | Dane County |
|---|---|
| Size | 3,359 acres; max depth 74 ft |
| Public access points | DNR lists public boat landings and public beaches; counts not listed - check official page |
| Target species (WI DNR) | Abundant: panfish. Common: largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye. Present: musky, smallmouth bass, sturgeon, catfish. |
| Permits | A Wisconsin fishing license is required unless you qualify for an exemption - see DNR licenses. Season dates, size and bag limits: not listed - check official page (regulations) |
| Bait shops | None listed yet from verified public sources - not listed - check official page |
| Ice conditions | Not reported here, ever. Ask local sources. |
| Last verified | 2026-10-21 |
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