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Starrett Lake

Vilas County · cool-water, clear water

67Acres
19ftMax depth
1Public launches
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Wind & weather

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What Starrett is best for

DNR data
LargemouthAbundant7.8
BluegillPanfish, common6.3
PerchPanfish, common6.3
CrappiePanfish, common6.3
WalleyePresent4.4
SmallmouthPresent3.8
Northern pikePresent3.8
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 Starrett.

✕ Deepest spot, 19 ft

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

Rules on this lake

DNR · checked 2026-10-08
Walleye15" min · keep none 20–24" · 1 over 24" · 3 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027Open
Northern pikeNo size limit · 5 a dayMay 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027Open
Bass14" min · 5 a dayJune 20, 2026 to March 7, 2027Open
PanfishNo size limit · 25 a dayOpen All YearOpen
SturgeonNo fishingClosed
LicenseWisconsin fishing license. No trout or Great Lakes stamp needed here. How to buy one →
Full rules from the DNR

Launches & access

1 public
Nearest bait shop from RampUp North Traders Bait, Tackle & Pellet Stoves2977 Main St, Sayner, WI 54560 · (715) 542-27885.1 mi · about 10 min drive · Directions
Bottomsand 75% · gravel 25%

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 Starrett

Within 25 miles
LakeMilesAcresMax depth
Frank LakeVilas114124 ft
Nebish LakeVilas1.99852 ft
Big Muskellunge LakeVilas2.193070 ft
Razorback LakeVilas2.636235 ft
Escanaba LakeVilas2.629326 ft
Crystal LakeVilas2.68867 ft
Allequash LakeVilas2.842624 ft
Pallette LakeVilas3.117365 ft

Starrett questions

How deep is Starrett Lake?

Starrett Lake is 19 feet at its deepest. It covers 67 acres.

What fish are in Starrett Lake?

The Wisconsin DNR lists largemouth bass (abundant), panfish (common), smallmouth bass (present), northern pike (present) and walleye (present).

Where is the boat launch on Starrett Lake?

There is 1 public launch: Ramp.

Do I need a trout stamp to fish Starrett Lake?

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

What is the walleye limit on Starrett Lake?

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

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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.