Lake Monona is a 3,359 acre lake located in Dane County. It has a maximum depth of 74 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from several public boat landings. There are 7 public beaches on the lake as well. Fish include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, muskie, sturgeon, catfish and panfish. According to the DNR, panfish are abundant in the lake while largemouth bass, northern pike and walleye are considered common. Muskie, smallmouth bass, sturgeon and catfish are listed as present.