Alva Lake
Alva Lake is a clear, 199 acre lake in Oneida County near Lake Tomahawk. Anglers fish it for muskie, walleye, bass and panfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Walleye
Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.
Muskellunge
Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Alva Lake AccessPublicCarry-in site, no parking. Park on Alva Lake Road and walk in. Town of Lake Tomahawk.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Alva Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Alva Lake ↗Local tips
- Plan on a car-top boat or canoe. The access is carry-in only.
- The water is very clear, so use light line and natural colors.
- Park on Alva Lake Road and keep clear of the road edge.
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.