Rusk County Wisconsin Fishing
9 documented fish species across 9 Rusk County lakes.
Panfish
Trout, Salmon & Coldwater
Catfish & Bullhead
Other Species
Rusk County Fishing Lakes
| Lake | Clarity | Max Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Lake | 13.7 ft | 74 ft | 6 |
| Island Lake | 7.7 ft | 54 ft | 6 |
| Amacoy Lake | 4.5 ft | 20 ft | 7 |
| Murphy Flowage Lake | - | 14 ft | 4 |
| Mccann Lake | 5.7 ft | 38 ft | 6 |
| Dairyland Reservoir | 1.4 ft | 70 ft | 8 |
| Sand Lake | 15.3 ft | 100 ft | 5 |
| Pulaski Lake | 9.5 ft | 40 ft | 6 |
| Two Bear Lake | - | 35 ft | 3 |
Rusk County water quality
DNR Survey Reports
These links open on the official state DNR websites (Wisconsin DNR survey PDFs · Minnesota DNR LakeFinder).
- 2022Ladysmith Flowage spring shocking survey, 2022Spring Shocking Survey · WI DNR · 2022 (PDF)
- 2021Potato Lake netting and shocking survey 2019, 2021Netting Survey · WI DNR · 2021 (PDF)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Rusk County lakes?
Rusk County, Wisconsin has 9 documented fish species across 9 lakes, including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Musky, Walleye.
Which Rusk County fishing lake has the cleanest water?
Clear Lake ranks highest on nutrient and algae readings among Rusk County lakes with a documented fishery.