What Fish Are in Oxbow Lake?
Oxbow Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin has 6 documented fish species: Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, 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 Oxbow Lake
Oxbow Lake supports 4 of the region's most-targeted species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. The lake runs to a maximum depth of 44 feet across 523 acres, conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 8 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 44 ft |
| Surface Area | 523 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 6 |
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