The Rochester area has plenty of diverse water experiences, from creeks to rivers, and ponds to lakes. The Fox River runs North to South through Rochester offering good fishing above and below the dam. Some of the area lakes are: Honey Lake, Long Lake, Tichigan Lake, Wind Lake, Waubeesee Lake, Bohners Lake, Browns Lake, Eagle Lake, Echo Lake, and Rockland Lake.

The Honey Creek Wildlife Area contain 1023 acres devoted to wildlife preservation (areas in green). Public hunting is allowed during the appropriate seasons.