Boating and Visitors Guide to Lake Winnebago, Wisconsin

The largest inland lake in Wisconsin, Lake Winnebago offers a host of boat rentals and activities for visitors and locals alike. It's a great destination for pontoon rentals with friends, fishing trips, kayaking, canoeing, or enjoying fun watersports on high-speed powerboats. Fly across the lake on a jet ski, or paddle yourself calmly with a stand-up paddleboard, enjoying the gorgeous nature of Wisconsin on the water.

The best time of year to visit Lake Winnebago is definitely in the summer months. You'll enjoy the warm sunshine and endless ways to enjoy the outdoors. You can swim in the lake, so don't hesitate to cool off with a jump from your boat on Lake Winnebago. It's an affordable destination for a summer vacation and is the perfect spot for outdoorsy families or groups of friends looking to enjoy nature without being too far from civilization. You can even make it all the way to Lake Michigan through the lock system on Lake Winnebago.

Lake Winnebago Boat Rental FAQs

Is Lake Winnebago safe to swim in?

Lake Winnebago is a safe lake to swim in, but its a better lake for boating and watercraft recreation. In the summer its a popular spot for boat rentals, boat parades, jet skiing, kayaking, and other water recreation. It is a shallow lake in comparison with other lakes in the area.

Can you boat from Lake Winnebago to Lake Michigan?

You can boat from Lake Winnebago to Lake Michigan through the lock system on the lakes, connecting them in Green Bay. It’s possible to take your boat rental all the way from Lake Winnebago to Lake Michigan through this lock system on the lower Fox River.

Where do you catch walleye on Lake Winnebago?

The best walleye fishing on Lake Winnebago in the spring and early summer is typically found along the rocky shoreline, in the shallower corners of the lake. In the summer months from July onward, you’ll want to rent or access a fishing boat to get deeper into the lake basin to catch walleye.