Fishtrap Lake (Vilas County)
Fishtrap Lake is a 339 acre lake near Boulder Junction in Vilas County. It has a public boat ramp and is part of the North Highland American Legion canoe route.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
Big baits along weed edges and rock bars, best in fall.
Walleye
Points, flats and reefs at low light. Jigs and live bait early, crankbaits and crawler harnesses in summer.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Fishtrap Lake public rampRampPublic boat ramp plus a carry-in landing.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 Fishtrap Lake (Vilas County) 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 St, Boulder Junction, WI 54512(715) 385-2134Directions ↗
Local tips
- Max depth is 34 feet, so check the deeper water for walleye.
- Use the carry-in landing for kayaks and canoes.
- Check landing signs for local rules.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.