Fishing Report
Gerber Lake Fishing Report
Elkhart Lake, WI
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 5, 2026 at 4:44 AM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
43.807066, -87.957099
Est. water temp
75.3°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Max depth
37 ft
Deepest measurement on record
Max depth: Stachelek et al. (2021), LAGOS-US DEPTH v1.0, Environmental Data Initiative (CC BY 4.0)
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Elkhart Lake (Sheboygan County, WI).
Today’s bite
Black Crappie fishing report
Based on an estimated species for this un-surveyed lake.
Best window today: 6 AM (Excellent · 99/100)
See the full forecast →Likely species (estimated)
Estimated — not a state survey
Data for Gerber Lake hasn't been reported by the state. We're estimating the likely fish from 8 nearby lakes with confirmed surveys. These are informed guesses, not confirmed catches — treat them as a starting point.
- Black Crappie — estimated, not a confirmed record92% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Bluegill — estimated, not a confirmed record92% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Largemouth Bass — estimated, not a confirmed record92% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Northern Pike — estimated, not a confirmed record79% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Pumpkinseed — estimated, not a confirmed record92% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Yellow Perch — estimated, not a confirmed record92% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
Species detail
How to catch them at Gerber Lake
- Black CrappieEstimated
Black Crappie feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 16% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 10-20 ft
Black Crappie fishing report → - BluegillEstimated
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 10-20 ft
Bluegill fishing report → - Largemouth BassEstimated
Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 8-20 ft
Largemouth Bass fishing report → - Northern PikeEstimated
Northern Pike feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 27% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 6-20 ft
Northern Pike fishing report → - PumpkinseedEstimated
Pumpkinseed feed most actively at Daytime, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 3-10 ft
Pumpkinseed fishing report → - Yellow PerchEstimated
Yellow Perch feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 30% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 10-25 ft
Yellow Perch fishing report →
Location
Gerber Lake · 43.8071, -87.9571
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FAQ
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What fish are in Gerber Lake?
Gerber Lake hasn't been surveyed by the state yet, but based on nearby confirmed lakes it likely holds Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. These are estimates, not confirmed catches.
When's the best time to fish Gerber Lake?
Black Crappie feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 16% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Gerber Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Gerber Lake?
Gerber Lake is near Elkhart Lake, WI, at 43.8071, -87.9571.
Plan your trip to Gerber Lake
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