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Red Cedar LakeBarron County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Sonar-derived depth (C-MAP Genesis) · Gaps interpolated · Not for navigation
Source: C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived)high confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthDepths decoded from C-MAP Genesis Social Map community sonar recordings (used with permission), covering 76% of the lake. Small gaps between recordings are smoothly connected; larger unrecorded areas follow the lake's depth model calibrated to the DNR-documented 53-ft maximum depth. More accurate than a pure model, but still an estimate. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing
Fishing at Red Cedar Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassNorthern PikeSmallmouth BassWalleyePanfish
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 128 catches on Red Cedar Lake via Fishbrain — none in the last 30 days.
Latest reported catch: Jun 7, 2026
Fishbrain waterbody location: 45.6064, -91.5871
Most-reported species
- Largemouth bass
- Smallmouth bass
- Northern pike
- Bluegill
- Rock bass
- Walleye
Show 2 more species
- Black crappie
- Yellow perch
7 of the 128 logged catches didn’t name a species and aren’t listed above.
Seasonality
All fishOf the 128 logged catches, 91 carry a month and 78 carry a year; the charts cover those.
2020 had the most reports (19).
Counts reflect reporting activity, not fish populations. Waterbody location is provider-level; exact spots and angler details aren’t shown.
Fishery details for this lakeExplore this area on FishbrainWisconsin DNR fisheries survey
Fish population survey
Structured LakeList extraction from the 2023 DNR fisheries survey. Population estimates, density, and catch-rate indices use different units, methods, and scopes, so each value is presented in its original form rather than normalized against a different measure.
Survey indicatorsValues keep their source unit and method; unlike measures are not scaled or compared.
Management contextRed Cedar Lake metrics where lake-specific values are reported; chain-wide context retained for metrics the report presents only at chain scale.
The 2023 Wisconsin DNR survey found Red Cedar Lake and the broader Red Cedar Chain support a naturally reproducing walleye fishery with moderate adult abundance, quality size structure, and low 2023 age-0 recruitment. Northern pike density on Red Cedar Lake was low with moderate size structure. Bass, bluegill, and black crappie were described as average to moderate abundance with quality size structure and sustained recruitment.
Age-0 recruitment CPUE2023 recruitment index was low versus the management objective and historic Red Cedar Lake average.
3.8 age-0 fish/mile · objective 15 age-0 fish/mile
- Maintain adult walleye density between 2 and 4 fish/acre and rolling five-year mean age-0 fall electrofishing catch rate above 15 fish/mile.
- Next comprehensive fisheries survey scheduled for 2029; fall walleye recruitment surveys continue annually.
- Maintain current bass, northern pike, and panfish regulations; no specific management actions recommended for northern pike, bluegill, or black crappie at this time.
- Protect natural shorelines and nearshore walleye spawning habitat; maintain invasive species monitoring and control programs.
Black crappie
11 fish/mileLate spring electrofishing CPUE · p. 289.2 inchesMean length · p. 2994 PSD-8PSD-8 size structure · p. 2933 PSD-10PSD-10 size structure · p. 29
Bluegill
48 fish/mileLate spring electrofishing CPUE · p. 255.6 inchesMean length · p. 2541 PSD-6PSD-6 size structure · p. 255 PSD-8PSD-8 size structure · p. 25
Largemouth bass
11.3 fish/mileLate spring electrofishing CPUE · p. 1683 PSD-12PSD-12 size structure · p. 1755 PSD-14PSD-14 size structure · p. 17
Northern pike
1.1 fish/net nightSpring netting CPUE · p. 1451 PSD-21PSD-21 size structure · p. 14
Smallmouth bass
13.4 fish/mileLate spring electrofishing CPUE · p. 2184 PSD-11PSD-11 size structure · p. 2145 PSD-14PSD-14 size structure · p. 21
Walleye
4,067 adult fishAdult population estimate · p. 82.2 adult fish/acreAdult density · p. 817.8 fish/net nightSpring netting CPUE · p. 83.8 age-0 fish/mileAge-0 recruitment CPUE · p. 12
Fishery Survey Report for The Red Cedar Chain of Lakes, Barron and Washburn counties, Wisconsin, 2023Matched by exact wbic and name county · WBICs 2112800, 2109800, 2109600 · verified 2026-07-17Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey report; LakeList operator documented permission to leverage this report with source attribution.
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2019, when 2,750,000 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2019
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,750,0000.5 in average
2017
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,700,0000.5 in average
2016
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,880,0000.5 in average
2015
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,640,0000.5 in average
2014
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,400,0000.5 in average
2012
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
1,490,000Length not listed
2011
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,200,0000.2 in average
2011
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Small Fingerling
35,8572.3 in average
2010
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Fry
2,500,0000.2 in average
NWS weather
Weather windows
Weather-based planning from the National Weather Service hourly forecast near this lake — not a catch forecast.
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Water temperature
Red Cedar Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
69°FWarm
Seasonal estimate. Checking current National Weather Service air temperatures…
Comfortable summer pattern. Bass and panfish are active; early and late hours beat the midday heat.
Estimates are modeled, not measured. Actual temperatures vary with depth, wind mixing, and recent weather — verify conditions before swimming, boating, or heading onto ice.
DNR water check
Water quality quick take
From Wisconsin DNR / Citizen Lake Monitoring readings at Red Cedar Lake - Deep Hole.
Sampled Jun 2026
Moderate algae readings and low nutrients in the most recent monitored summers.
Based on July–August 2025 averages across 2 volunteer readings.51Eutrophic5-yr summer TSI
Nutrient-rich, greener water — more algae and plant growth, common in shallower lakes.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
8 µg/LJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
ModerateNutrientsTotal phosphorus — fuels plant & algae growth
20 µg/LLatest single sample · 2026-04-13
LowLow phosphorus means light plant/algae growth pressure.
No recent clarity readings — last measured 2014.
All readings by year · station details · methodology
Summer averages (July/August)
July/August means; counts in parentheses show how many samples went into each average.
| Year | Secchi | Chlorophyll-a | Total phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | 8.0 µg/L (2) | — |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 16 ft (2014-05-29), chlorophyll-a 6 µg/L (2026-06-21), and total phosphorus 20 µg/L (2026-04-13).
Secchi clarity is how deep a black-and-white disk stays visible from the surface — more feet means clearer water.
Chlorophyll-a is an algae pigment; higher values signal more algae in the water column.
Total phosphorus is a nutrient that feeds algae and aquatic plants. It is not a weed survey — depth, bottom type, water movement, and management change the actual lake experience.
Red Cedar Lake - Deep HoleStation 331410 · TSI based on chlorophyll
Modeled from DNR/CLMN monitoring — not a safety or swim-condition report. Verify current conditions locally. LakeList verified 2026-07-12.Official Wisconsin information
Plan with DNR sources
LakeList links to the authoritative record so you can verify maps, rules, and current notices before leaving.
Historical DNR depth maps2 converted map sheetsView DNR depth mapHistorical map · not for navigationFishing regulationsVerify current seasons, limits, and restrictionsOfficial DNR lake pageFacts, advisories, boating, and water qualityWater quality reportsMonitoring stations, clarity, and DNR reportsInvasive speciesVerified, observed, and historical AIS recordsBoating ordinancesLocal slow-no-wake and water-use restrictionsFish consumption advisoriesStatewide and waterbody-specific health guidance
Historical depth maps are not for navigation. Verify regulations and access at the official source before your trip.
Historical Wisconsin DNR maps
Red Cedar Lake depth maps
2 converted map sheets. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Red Cedar Lake · sheet 1
Pan, zoom, and inspect the converted Wisconsin DNR historical map image in the browser. Historical survey — not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 2109600 · image navigation only; spatial alignment pending · Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Converted for browser access with source URLs, checksums, and retrieval dates retained. Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
1,897surface acres
53max depth feet
2public access points
45.6050, -91.5865latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchAccess at Waldo Carlson Park45.62340, -91.59509Managed by Wisconsin DNR
DNR verifiedDirections
Boat launchRed Cedar Lake Public Boat Landing45.61168, -91.57681Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF CEDAR LAKERamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Red Cedar Lake?
Red Cedar Lake is 53 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Red Cedar Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Red Cedar Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived) survey data.
Where does the Red Cedar Lake depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from C-MAP Genesis community sonar (derived). Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are derived from community sonar recordings (C-MAP Genesis Social Map, used with permission), with gaps between recordings interpolated; not for navigation.
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Where this lake data comes from
Wisconsin DNR Lake Mapsname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-14
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