Big Carr Lake
Big Carr Lake is a deep headwater lake near Lake Tomahawk in Oneida County. It is known for muskie, walleye and bass, and has lake trout that were introduced.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.
Walleye
Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Lake Trout
Introduced population
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Big Carr Lake AccessRampPaved one-lane ramp off Hwy D, 6 to 10 trailer stalls, boarding dock, no restrooms.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 Big Carr 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 Big Carr Lake ↗Local tips
- The lake is deep at 71 feet, so check depth before fishing for lake trout.
- Work weed edges and drop-offs for bass and muskie.
- The ramp is a single lane, so expect a wait on busy weekends.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.