Clear Lake (Oneida County)
Clear Lake is a deep, clear lake in Oneida County near Woodruff, Minocqua and Lake Tomahawk. It is known for smallmouth and largemouth bass, with a low-density but good-sized walleye population.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Smallmouth Bass
Very common in the 2022 survey, but most are under the preferred size
Largemouth Bass
Common, mostly smaller fish
Walleye
Low numbers, but 56 percent of those sampled were 15 inches or longer
Bluegill
43 percent of those sampled were 6 inches or longer
Muskellunge
Present in low numbers
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Public boat landing (2 on the lake)RampWDNR lists 2 public landings and 2 public beaches. Check the sign at the landing for local rules.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 Clear Lake (Oneida County) are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
Closest shops to the lake and its boat launches. Call ahead for live bait and hours.
- Dewey Catchem & How Bait ShopNearby8560 US Hwy 51 N, Minocqua, WI 54548715-358-5130Directions ↗
Local tips
- The lake reaches 95 feet, so fish bass and walleye along rock and sand breaks instead of only the shallows.
- Smallmouth are catch and release only from May to mid-June.
- Walleye numbers are low, so work slowly and cover water.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.