Escanaba Lake
Escanaba Lake is a 303 acre lake in Vilas County near Boulder Junction. It is part of the Northern Highland Fishery Research Area and is known for walleye and muskie.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Walleye
Abundant per DNR
Muskellunge
Common per DNR
Largemouth Bass
Common per DNR
Bluegill
Panfish are common
Northern Pike
Present
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Public boat landingRampOne public landing listed by WDNR; free permit requiredDirections ↗
- 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 Escanaba 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.
- Northern Highland SportsNearby10369 Main Street, Boulder Junction, WI 54512715-385-2134Directions ↗
Local tips
- Get the free DNR permit at the check station before fishing and check out after.
- Rules on this research lake can differ from statewide rules, so ask at the station.
- Rock and gravel bottom makes points and edges the best spots.
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Zoom and pan on a street, satellite or terrain map. Red pins are boat launches; blue pins are bait shops nearby.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.