Ellsworth Lake
Ellsworth Lake is a shallow 161 acre lake near Spooner in Washburn County. It has northern pike, largemouth bass and bluegill.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Ellsworth Lake East accessRampPublic boat ramp at N6321 Ellsworth Lake Dr, SpoonerDirections ↗
- South side access and state islandPublicDNR lists a public access on the south side and a state-owned island with about 0.14 mile of public shorelineDirections ↗
- 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 Ellsworth 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.
- AAA Sports ShopNearbyN5765 Bear Path Lane, Spooner, WI 54801715-635-3011Directions ↗
Local tips
- The lake is only 6 feet deep and can winterkill, so check recent conditions.
- Purple loosestrife is present, so clean and drain your boat.
- Fish weeds and gravel areas for bass and bluegill.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.