George Lake (Oneida County)
George Lake is a 443 acre lake southeast of Rhinelander in Oneida County. It is known for muskie, walleye and northern pike in a weedy, rocky lake.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Muskellunge
2022 DNR survey found good size structure
Walleye
Common, and most fish sampled in 2022 were 15 inches or more
Northern Pike
Common, with fish over 30 inches
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Yellow Perch
Abundant but mostly small
Smallmouth Bass
Present
Boat launches
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- George Lake public boat landingRampOne public ramp with a walkout dock and parkingDirections ↗
- 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 George Lake (Oneida 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.
- Fishing HoleNearby3460 N Faust Lake Rd, Rhinelander, WI 54501(715) 362-1510Directions ↗
Local tips
- Work weed edges, rocks and steep drops for muskie and pike.
- Try bright colors such as orange, chartreuse and white in the stained water.
- Weedless spinners and crankbaits help in the thick weeds.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.