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Bass Lake

Marathon County · cool-water, stained water

81Acres
6ftMax depth
1Public launches
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Wind & weather

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What Bass is best for

DNR data
LargemouthPresent · stocked4.8
How we rate

Start from how common the DNR says the fish is (abundant 7.5, common 6, present 3.5). Add 1 if the DNR stocked it in the last 5 years, 0.6 for walleye in two-story or complex lakes, and up to 0.9 for lake size. The DNR counts bluegill, perch and crappie together as panfish, so they share a score.

Depth map

None published

The DNR has no depth map online for Bass.

✕ Deepest spot, 6 ft

Not for navigation. Old survey; depths and weed lines change.

Rules on this lake

DNR · checked 2026-10-08
Bass14" min · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027Open
SturgeonNo fishingClosed
LicenseWisconsin fishing license. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here. How to buy one →
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Launches & access

1 public
  • Access at SW Side Of Lake At End Of Landing RdDirections
Bottommuck 65% · sand 19% · gravel 14% · rock 2%

Stocking

DNR records
2024
800 largemouth bass large fingerling, 4"
2,000 bluegill large fingerling, 4"

The DNR has 1 fish survey on file for this lake.

Before you go

DNR
How often it's safe to eat

This is health advice about eating fish, from the DNR. It is not how many you can catch or keep. Catch limits are in Rules.

Eat any amount Bluegill and Sunfish, Bullheads, Crappies, Inland Trout, Yellow Perch

Up to 1 meal a week Bass, Catfish, Pike, Walleye, All Other Species and Sizes

Up to 1 meal a month Muskies

Statewide advice; no lake-specific advisory. Stricter for women who may get pregnant and children under 15. DNR details

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Catches & reports

Lakes near Bass

Within 25 miles
LakeMilesAcresMax depth
Norrie LakeMarathon3.29919 ft
Pike LakeMarathon3.320534 ft
Mud LakeMarathon4.57017 ft
Mayflower LakeMarathon4.99816 ft
Mission LakeMarathon5.710726 ft
Lilly LakeMarathon6.6835 ft
Big Bass LakeMarathon10.917413 ft
Tree LakePortage12.97433 ft

Bass questions

How deep is Bass Lake?

Bass Lake is 6 feet at its deepest. It covers 81 acres.

What fish are in Bass Lake?

The Wisconsin DNR lists largemouth bass (present).

Where is the boat launch on Bass Lake?

There is 1 public launch: Access at SW Side Of Lake At End Of Landing Rd.

Do I need a trout stamp to fish Bass Lake?

A Wisconsin fishing license covers this lake. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here.

What is the walleye limit on Bass Lake?

15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a day. Season: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027.

Is Bass Lake stocked?

Yes. In 2024 the DNR and partners stocked 800 largemouth bass (large fingerling) and 2,000 bluegill (large fingerling).

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Sources: Wisconsin DNR (lake facts, species, rules, stocking, consumption advice, survey map), National Weather Service (forecast). Sun and moon computed for the lake's location. Best times are a model of light and moon, not a promise. Checked 2026-10-08.