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Hooker LakeKenosha County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Sonar-derived depth (C-MAP Genesis) · Gaps interpolated · Not for navigation
Source: C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived)high confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthDepths decoded from C-MAP Genesis Social Map community sonar recordings (used with permission), covering 94% of the lake. Small gaps between recordings are smoothly connected; larger unrecorded areas follow the lake's depth model calibrated to the DNR-documented 24-ft maximum depth. More accurate than a pure model, but still an estimate. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing
Fishing at Hooker Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassNorthern PikePanfish
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 128 catches on Hooker Lake via Fishbrain — 4 in the last 30 days, most recently on Jun 30, 2026.
Most-reported species
- Largemouth bass
- Northern pike
- Bluegill
- Warmouth
- Black crappie
- Pumpkinseed
20 of the 128 logged catches didn’t name a species and aren’t listed above.
Seasonality
All fishOf the 128 logged catches, 77 carry a month and 86 carry a year; the charts cover those.
2018 had the most reports (22).
Counts reflect reporting activity, not fish populations. Waterbody location is provider-level; exact spots and angler details aren’t shown.
Fishery details for this lakeExplore this area on FishbrainWisconsin DNR · 2026–2027 season
Lake-specific fishing regulations
Rule text published by the DNR for this waterbody, cached by WBIC and verified 2026-07-12.
All species
Catch and release fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass is open year round unless otherwise noted. Motor Trolling is allowed with up to 3 hooks, baits, or lures, per angler.
Catfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Cisco and whitefish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Lake sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Largemouth and smallmouth bass
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5.
Muskellunge and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water. The minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Northern pike
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 26" and the daily bag limit is 2.
Paddlefish
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Panfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 25.
Rock, yellow, and white bass
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Rough fish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Shovelnose sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Trout and salmon
See Trout regulations layer.
Urban waters gamefish
This waterbody is not considered an urban water, Urban Waters Gamefish regulations do not apply.
Walleye, sauger, and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 18" and the daily bag limit is 3.
Regulations can change. The official DNR page controls; verify seasons, boundaries, bag limits, and emergency rules before fishing.
NWS weather
Weather windows
Weather-based planning from the National Weather Service hourly forecast near this lake — not a catch forecast.
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Water temperature
Hooker Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
72°FWarm
Seasonal estimate. Checking current National Weather Service air temperatures…
Comfortable summer pattern. Bass and panfish are active; early and late hours beat the midday heat.
Estimates are modeled, not measured. Actual temperatures vary with depth, wind mixing, and recent weather — verify conditions before swimming, boating, or heading onto ice.
Wisconsin DNR water assessment
Impaired waterbody listed
The DNR lists this waterbody as impaired. This notice is not itself a closure; review the official assessment and current guidance before your trip.
303(d) / impairment recordRecreation restrictions noted
Impairment Unknown, Excess Algal GrowthPollutants: Total Phosphorus
- Status
- TMDL Development
- Public health
- General Advice
- Recreation
- Recreational Restrictions
- Aquatic life
- Not specified
Water is impaired due to one or more pollutants and associated quality impacts.
Review DNR water quality Check consumption advice Source updated 2025-02-10 · LakeList verified 2026-07-12
DNR water check
Water quality quick take
Historical volunteer-monitoring record for this lake.
Last sampled Aug 2018Volunteer monitoring 2001–2018
DNR volunteers monitored this lake for about 17 years, ending in 2018. Its final monitored summers showed clear water (~12.4 ft Secchi) in 2015, high algae (chlorophyll ~37 µg/L) in 2018, and moderate nutrients (phosphorus ~28.5 µg/L) in 2012. After 8 years without samples, these readings describe the lake as it was, not as it is.
| Year | Secchi | Chlorophyll-a | Total phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | 37.0 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2017 | — | 11.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2015 | 12.4 ft (10) | 12.3 µg/L (3) | — |
| 2014 | 10.6 ft (9) | 5.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2013 | — | 8.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2012 | 7.5 ft (10) | 7.0 µg/L (2) | 28.5 µg/L (2) |
Hooker Lake - Deep HoleStation 303053
Historical record only — no current water-quality data exists for this lake. LakeList verified 2026-07-12.Official Wisconsin information
Plan with DNR sources
LakeList links to the authoritative record so you can verify maps, rules, and current notices before leaving.
Historical DNR depth maps1 converted map sheetView DNR depth mapHistorical map · not for navigationFishing regulationsVerify current seasons, limits, and restrictionsOfficial DNR lake pageFacts, advisories, boating, and water qualityWater quality reportsMonitoring stations, clarity, and DNR reportsInvasive speciesVerified, observed, and historical AIS recordsBoating ordinancesLocal slow-no-wake and water-use restrictionsFish consumption advisoriesStatewide and waterbody-specific health guidance
Historical depth maps are not for navigation. Verify regulations and access at the official source before your trip.
Historical Wisconsin DNR maps
Hooker Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Hooker Lake · sheet 1
Pan, zoom, and inspect the converted Wisconsin DNR historical map image in the browser. Historical survey — not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 738400 · image navigation only; spatial alignment pending · Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Converted for browser access with source URLs, checksums, and retrieval dates retained. Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
103surface acres
24max depth feet
3public access points
42.5597, -88.0994latitude, longitude
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Public access points
Boat launch80th Place Road End Launch42.56070, -88.09609Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF SALEMRamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
Boat launch83rd Street Road End42.55586, -88.10838Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF SALEMRamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
Boat launchHooker Lake Boat Ramp42.56407, -88.10045Managed by VILLAGEVILLAGE OF PADDOCK LAKERamp surface: PavedADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Hooker Lake?
Hooker Lake is 24 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Hooker Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Hooker Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived) survey data.
Where does the Hooker Lake depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived). Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are derived from community sonar recordings (C-MAP Genesis Social Map, used with permission), with gaps between recordings interpolated; not for navigation.
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Where this lake data comes from
Wisconsin DNR Lake Mapsname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-14
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