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Cross Lake

Kenosha County, Wisconsin

Cross Lake sits on the Wisconsin and Illinois line in Kenosha County. It is known for largemouth bass, with panfish and some northern pike.

N0.25 mi
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Outline: U.S. Geological Survey, National Hydrography Dataset.
Surface area89 acres
Max depth35 ft
Shoreline—
Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Largemouth Bass●●●●○

Abundant

Bluegill●●●○○

Panfish are common

Northern Pike●●○○○

Present; 26 in minimum

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

  • Public boat landingPublic
    DNR lists one public landing. DNR also says public access is limited, so check ahead.Directions ↗
  • More public accessPublic
    See the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Cross Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Wisconsin DNR before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

  • Weeds are heavy along the shore, so use weedless lures for bass.
  • Average depth is about 12 feet, with a deeper hole to 35 feet.
  • Check access before you go, since DNR calls public access limited.

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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.