Fishing Report
Larkin Lake Fishing Report
Dousman, WI
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Aug 30, 2026 at 11:49 AM CDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
42.980522, -88.470760
Est. water temp
83°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Max depth
4 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: Dousman (Waukesha County, WI).
Today’s bite
Black Crappie fishing report
Based on an estimated species for this un-surveyed lake.
Best window today: 2 PM (Excellent · 83/100)
See the full forecast →Likely species (estimated)
Estimated — not a state survey
Data for Larkin 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 record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Bluegill — estimated, not a confirmed record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Largemouth Bass — estimated, not a confirmed record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Northern Pike — estimated, not a confirmed record82% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Pumpkinseed — estimated, not a confirmed record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Rock Bass — estimated, not a confirmed record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
- Yellow Perch — estimated, not a confirmed record95% confidence · based on 8 lakes within 40 mi
Species detail
How to catch them at Larkin 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 → - Rock BassEstimated
Rock Bass feed most actively at Dusk, when activity runs about 22% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Summer depth: 5-15 ft
Rock Bass 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
Larkin Lake · 42.9805, -88.4708
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FAQ
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What fish are in Larkin Lake?
Larkin 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, Rock Bass, and Yellow Perch. These are estimates, not confirmed catches.
When's the best time to fish Larkin 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 Larkin Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Larkin Lake?
Larkin Lake is near Dousman, WI, at 42.9805, -88.4708.
Plan your trip to Larkin Lake
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