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Salmon Run


The salmon run in the Menomonee River generally runs from September to October. Join the anglers in the river or view the salmon run from Three Bridges Park west to American Family Field. View the salmon from the riverbank or from the 33rd Court Bridge or Valley Passage Bridge in Three Bridges Park. 

View more at the DNR's fall fishing website.

Some Valley Fishing Spots:

  • MMSD on Menomonee River, 260 W Seeboth Street, Milwaukee - (Brown trout, salmon, steelhead) Stream access. Fishing access to Menomonee River. Take I-94 to National Avenue exit. Follow signs and go east to National Ave, then turn north onto 2nd Street to W. Seeboth St.

  • Menomonee River Canals, Milwaukee - (Steelhead, salmon, walleye) Stream access. Fishing from shore into both the South and Burnam Canals. Take I-94 to National Avenue exit. Go east to National Ave. Turn north onto 6th St. Stay on 6th to Bruce St. then turn west on Bruce to 11th Street.

  • Hank Aaron State Trail near American Family Field, Milwaukee - (Steelhead, salmon, walleye) Stream access. Extensive fishing access to the Menomonee River east of American Family Field. Take I-94 to Brewers Way south. Exit at American Family Field and go east on Frederick Miller Way.

Earlier Event: August 29
August Sunset Kayak & Canoe Tour
Later Event: September 24
Public Art Walking Tour