Sailor Lake
Sailor Lake is a shallow lowland lake in Price County near Fifield, with a public access and campground. It is known for northern pike, largemouth bass and panfish.
Species
Fishery rating out of 5.
Northern Pike
Weed edges and bays. Spoons, spinnerbaits and tip-ups through the ice.
Largemouth Bass
Weeds, docks and wood in the shallows.
Bluegill
Weed beds and shallow flats in late spring.
Yellow Perch
Schools on mud and sand flats. Great through the ice.
Boat launches
3 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.
- Sailor Lake Access (US Forest Service)RampConcrete ramp, one lane, with a boarding dock, vault toilet and water. A launch fee applies. Room for about 1 to 5 rigs.Directions ↗
- More public accessPublicSee the WDNR or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗
- 3Sailor Lake AccessPublicWisconsin DNR public boat rampDirections ↗
Size & creel limits
Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Sailor Lake 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.
- Elk River Custom Rods & Live BaitNearby1424 N Lake Ave, Phillips, WI 54555715-339-4209Directions ↗
- Ross's Sport Shop and Fishing Guide ServiceNearby286 N Lake Ave, Phillips, WI 54555715-339-3625Directions ↗
Local tips
- The lake is only about 7 feet deep, so oxygen can run low in winter.
- Over 1.9 miles of shore is public, so you can also fish from the bank.
- Bring cash or a way to pay the launch fee.
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Always wear a life jacket and check your state's current regulations before you fish.