Fish Lake (Dane County)
Fish Lake is about 200 acres in the far northwest corner of Dane County, in the Town of Roxbury. It is a quiet lake with northern pike, largemouth bass and panfish.
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
4 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Fish Lake County ParkPublicCarry-in canoe launch on the west side. No gas motors.Directions ↗
- Lussier County ParkRampPaved ramp, one lane, nearby on Fish Lake. Dane County Parks (608) 224-3730.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
- 4Lussier County Park Boat LaunchPublicWisconsin DNR public boat rampDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Fish Lake (Dane County) are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Wisconsin DNR ↗
Bait & tackle nearby
No shops listed yet for this lake. Use the search link below.
Search more bait shops near Fish Lake (Dane County) ↗Local tips
- Bring an electric motor or a small boat you can carry in. Gas motors are not allowed.
- The lake is deep, up to 62 feet, so look for fish near drop-offs.
- Use the Lussier park ramp for a larger boat with an electric motor.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.