Here are some of the most impressive state records for Muskellunge (Muskie) catches in the United States:

 

Top 5 State Records

1. 1. Wisconsin: 69 lbs 11 oz, caught in Chippewa Flowage in 1949

 

1. 1. Minnesota: 54 lbs 0 oz, caught in Lake Winnibigoshish in 1957

 

1. 1. Michigan: 58 lbs 0 oz, caught in Antrim County in 2009

 

1. 1. New York: 69 lbs 15 oz, caught in St. Lawrence River in 1957

 

1. 1. Ohio: 55 lbs 2 oz, caught in Piedmont Lake in 1972

 

Other Notable State Records

• • Pennsylvania: 54 lbs 3 oz, caught in Marsh Creek in 1924

 

• • Illinois: 38 lbs 8 oz, caught in Spring Lake in 2002

 

• • Kentucky: 47 lbs 0 oz, caught in Cave Run Lake in 2008

 

• • West Virginia: 49 lbs 11 oz, caught in Stonecoal Lake in 1997

 

• • Tennessee: 42 lbs 8 oz, caught in Norris Lake in 1983

 

Note: These are only serious cases of the described subject matter as new cases of it have been to verify and submit the records. Always review with the respective state’s Department of Natural Resources or Fish and Wildlife agency for the most updated information.

 

Interesting Facts

• • Impressive. The unofficial world record muskie is a 69 lbs 11 oz fish that was caught in Wisconsin and it is the state record.

 

• • A lot of these record catches are back from the 19th century, proving; that a state record in catching muskie is no easy task.

 

• • Good work has been done in these states to conserve and help them, and among one of the methods is catching and releasing.

 

Remember to follow the local regulations when fishing for muskies and to be a responsible fisher by releasing them to help them maintain their populations for the future.