What Fish Are in Butternut Lake?
Butternut Lake in Forest County, Wisconsin has 4 documented fish species: Panfish, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.
All Documented Species
Game Fish & Panfish in Butternut Lake
Butternut Lake supports 3 of the region's most-targeted species: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. The lake runs to a maximum depth of 42 feet across 1,246 acres, conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 19.5 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 42 ft |
| Surface Area | 1,246 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 4 |
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