The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (back of a cove) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Squirrel Lake
Oneida County, Wisconsin · about 1,270 acres (2 sq mi)
46°F water, calm this afternoon.
About Squirrel Lake
In Oneida County, Wisconsin, Squirrel Lake covers about 1,270 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.7 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 12.3 miles. At about 1,560 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Lac du Flambeau lies about 4.9 miles to the north.
- Size
- About 1,270 acres (2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 12.3 miles
- End to end
- About 3.7 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,560 ft
- County
- Oneida County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 2:45 pm – 4:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 3 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
For a lake of this size in Wisconsin, walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch are the fish to expect. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. At 46°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowSmallmouth bass
Cold. Slow presentations on deep rock.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Back of a cove
Sheltered, shallower water where baitfish gather.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:57 am · sunset 4:29 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Squirrel Lake
- Lac du Flambeauabout 4.9 mi north
- Park Fallsabout 26 mi west
- Phillipsabout 26 mi southwest
- Tomahawkabout 27 mi south
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Questions about Squirrel Lake
What fish are in Squirrel Lake?
Lakes like Squirrel Lake usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Squirrel Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Squirrel Lake?
About 1,270 acres, with about 12.3 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Squirrel Lake?
Lac du Flambeau is about 4.9 miles north; Park Falls is about 26 miles west.
What is the water temperature at Squirrel Lake today?
The surface was about 46°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Squirrel Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
