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Baraboo River

Wisconsin, United States

Baraboo River is a river in Wisconsin, United States. WikiCatch lists 10 fish species for this water, including Smallmouth bass, Freshwater drum, Channel catfish. The nearest other water we map in Wisconsin is Dutch Hollow Lake, 3.3 km away.

Species at Baraboo River

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Nearby waters

  1. Dutch Hollow Lakereservoir3.3 km
  2. Hemlock Sloughpond6.0 km
  3. LaValle Mill Pondreservoir7.2 km
  4. Pond 2pond7.4 km
  5. Big Creekstream8.8 km
  6. Lake Redstonelake9.0 km
  7. West Branch Big Creekriver10.0 km
  8. West Branch Baraboo Riverriver11 km

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About Baraboo River

Running through Wisconsin, United States, Baraboo River is the kind of river that fishes well at the right water level. Drop a lure or fly into the bubble line at the head of a pool and let the current swing it past holding fish. Long, slow glides at Baraboo River hold the bigger fish; the broken water above and below holds the smaller, more aggressive ones. Stay quiet on the bank — river fish are easily spooked.

Reference: Wikipedia

Fishing Techniques

  • For Smallmouth bass

    Focus your fishing efforts around rocky structures, ledges, and areas with current, as smallmouth bass prefer these habitats.

  • For Freshwater drum

    Freshwater drum often feed near the bottom, so present your bait or lure accordingly, and be patient as they are not known for aggressive strikes.

  • For Channel catfish

    Fish near structure like submerged trees or rocks, as channel catfish often use these areas for ambush points and shelter.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Baraboo River.

Plan Your Trip

Planning a trip to Baraboo River? Check current conditions before you go: water level, recent weather, and any local closures. United States regulations on licences, seasons, and bag limits apply at Baraboo River — confirm them ahead of time.

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Website data snapshot: October 24, 2026. Spot location from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia, species from the WikiCatch database.