Clearwater Lake
Clearwater Lake is a 360-acre lake on the Oneida and Vilas county line, about 4 miles from Three Lakes. It is very clear and known for smallmouth bass and muskies.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Smallmouth Bass
Common per DNR
Walleye
Common per DNR
Muskellunge
Big fish reported
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Bluegill
Panfish present
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Public boat landingPublicCheck the DNR lake page for the landing site.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 Clearwater Lake 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.
- Jokin' Joe's Bait & TackleNearby1674 Superior St, Three Lakes, WI 54562(715) 536-2150Directions ↗
Local tips
- Very clear water, so use natural colors and light line.
- Average depth is about 21 feet over sand and gravel, good for smallmouth.
- Rinse your boat. Eurasian water-milfoil and mystery snails are present.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.