McCartney Lake
McCartney Lake is a Mississippi River backwater in Grant County between Cassville and the Grant River mouth. It is a maze of islands, sloughs and lotus beds.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Channel Catfish
Cut bait and nightcrawlers on flats and creek mouths in the evening.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- McCartney Lake AccessRampTown of Waterloo, Grant County. Gravel ramp for motorboats.Directions ↗
- Lynn Hollow Public AccessPublicFree parking and outhouses. Boats on racks must clear a 7 foot 3 inch railroad bridge.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 McCartney Lake 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 McCartney Lake ↗Local tips
- Sloughs are unmarked and easy to get lost in, so carry a map or GPS.
- The area is very exposed to wind.
- Most heavy boat traffic uses the Iowa channel.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.