Oxbow Lake
Oxbow Lake is a clear lake in Vilas County near Boulder Junction. It is known for muskie, walleye, bass and panfish.
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.
Smallmouth Bass
Rock, gravel and points. Tubes, jerkbaits and drop-shots.
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
2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Oxbow Lake AccessRampTown of Presque Isle. Concrete ramp, one lane, boarding dock, 6 to 10 trailer stalls. No toilets.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 Oxbow 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 Oxbow Lake ↗Local tips
- Average depth is about 15 feet and the max is 44 feet.
- Bottom is mostly sand and gravel, so check hard edges.
- Banded mystery snails are present, so clean your boat.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.