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Let’s Go Fishing

Get Your Next Big Catch.

Welcome to Lake Onalaska, the Bluegill Capital of the World! Created in 1937, Lake Onalaska is home to an abundance of large bluegill, perch, northern pike, and many other species to fulfill all your fishing fantasies. The diversity of the lake makes fishing year-round exhilarating and fun for the whole family. The varying depths and connection to the Mississippi River makes Lake Onalaska a go-to destination when planning your fishing trips.

Not looking to go fishing? The vast lake and connection to the Mississippi River allows for the perfect boating and swimming experience. The majestic bluffs along the river are enough to astonish anyone. Paired with the bluffs is an endless number of eagles, ducks, and many other types of wildlife. The sandy sides of the Mississippi allow for boaters to pull up, enjoy nature, and spend time with family and friends. 

From fishing, boating, and swimming Lake Onalaska and the Mississippi River will give anyone memories to last a lifetime.

All Your Fishing Needs

Bait Shop

At Schafers, we pride ourselves with a vast inventory of fishing lures and live bait catered to the Mississippi River and refined by generations of fishing experience to maximize success for species including bluegill, perch, crappie, bass, pike, and more! To get you on the water, we rent pontoons, fishing boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards, which can be reserved on our website or by calling us at (608)781-3100.

When renting from us, we do our best to make sure you are comfortable with operating your vessel and navigating the river, as well as setting you up with the appropriate gear, spots to fish, and locations along the river that the whole family can enjoy whether fishing or joy riding! For any of your live bait, fishing tackle, or boat rental needs, come check out Schafer’s on Lake Onalaska! We hope to see you soon.

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