Guide To Fishing At Lake Mendota
AKA: Mendota Reservoir

Bragging size smallmouth, walleye and northern pike attract anglers to Lake Mendota for traditional fishing in warm months and ice fishing during the really cold months. Additionally, this 10,000-acre lake has populations of largemouth bass, catfish, crappie, muskie, white bass, perch and sunfish.
Mendota Lake is conveniently located in the south-central part of the state, at Madison. For anglers and outdoor enthusiasts there is over 21 miles of shoreline to explore and fish. Access to the shore for bank fishing is via a dozen or so parks and boat landings around the lake. Boat rentals, including fishing boats, pleasure boats, pontoons, canoes, kayaks and jet skis are available at a half dozen places. Marinas, stores, lodging, restaurants, camping and most amenities are available at or near the lake.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, rock bass, white bass, yellow perch, musky and northern pike at Lake Mendota in Wisconsin.
Primary fish species residing in Lake Mendota
Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.
Lake Mendota Amenities
Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Marshall Boats
Rentals: Pontoon boats and kayaks
608 228-8333
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Marshall Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, west side, off Allen Blvd, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Mendota Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, northwest side, off County Park Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.
Spring Harbor Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Lake Mendota Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and no parking.
Tenney Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, off Sherman Avenue, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Warner Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Woodward Drive, this is a four-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.
Marinas
Mazanet Marina
5320 Blue Bill Park Dr S
Madison, WI 53704
608 249-9316
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Mendota County Park Campground - 608 224-3730
Lake Mendota WI Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Lake Mendota
Mendota County Park Campground
5133 Co Hwy M
Middleton, WI 53562
608 224-3730
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Visit Lake Mendota in south-central Wisconsin to fish for walleye, bass, catfish, crappie, muskie, white bass, perch, sunfish and northern pike.