Potter Lake
Potter Lake is a 155 acre lake near East Troy in Walworth County. It is mainly a bluegill and largemouth bass lake.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Bluegill
Many fish run about 5 inches
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Crappie
Brush piles, docks and standing timber. Minnows or small jigs.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Walleye
Low numbers
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Potter Lake Boat RampRampDNR ramp on County Hwy L. One concrete lane, dock, parking for 6 to 10 rigs, portable toilet, no fee.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
- 3Potter Lake Boat RampPublicWisconsin DNR public boat rampDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Potter 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 Potter Lake ↗Local tips
- Average depth is only 8 feet, so fish weeds and the 26 foot hole.
- Keep bass over 14 inches and release the rest.
- Weekends get busy with boats and jet skis, so go early.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.