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West Bass LakeFlorence County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Modeled depth estimate · Not a survey · Not for navigation
Source: LakeList depth modelmedium confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthModeled depth estimate: contours computed from the lake's shoreline shape and its documented 19-ft maximum depth (depth grows with distance from shore, calibrated to the documented mean depth where available). This is a smooth mathematical model, not a survey - real holes, bars, and drop-offs will differ. Community sonar (C-MAP Genesis) overlays where recorded. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing
Fishing at West Bass Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassPanfish
Anglers logged 7 catches here on Fishbrain; the last was May 30, 2021. Too few reports to chart.
Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey
Fish population survey
Structured LakeList extraction from the 2022 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 contextThe report is specific to West Bass Lake and covers a June 21-22, 2022 late-spring panfish fyke-net survey of six net-nights. Black crappie values are retained but explicitly marked as incidental because this survey was not designed to assess that population.
The first panfish-netting survey of West Bass Lake found desirable bluegill abundance but poor bluegill size structure, lower pumpkinseed abundance and poor size structure, and high incidental black crappie CPUE.
- The report states that this survey was not designed to assess black crappie and that observed crappie size structure may not represent the overall population.
- DNR scheduled the next survey for 2027 and recommended age-and-growth work to evaluate poor panfish size structure.
Black crappie
21.3 fish/net-nightBlack crappie CPUE · p. 185.8 percentObserved share over 6 inches · p. 158.3 percentObserved share over 7 inches · p. 119.7 percentObserved share over 8 inches · p. 1
Bluegill
344 fishBluegill captured · p. 257.3 fish/net-nightBluegill CPUE · p. 25.4 inchesAverage bluegill length · p. 231.7 percentShare over 6 inches · p. 2
Bluegill x pumpkinseed hybrid
1.2 fish/net-nightHybrid sunfish CPUE · p. 2
Bullhead
10.5 fish/net-nightCombined yellow and black bullhead CPUE · p. 2
Largemouth bass
0.7 fish/net-nightLargemouth bass CPUE · p. 221 inchesNoteworthy maximum largemouth bass length · p. 2
Northern pike
0.8 fish/net-nightNorthern pike CPUE · p. 2
Pumpkinseed
51 fishPumpkinseed captured · p. 28.5 fish/net-nightPumpkinseed CPUE · p. 219.6 percentShare over 6 inches · p. 211.8 percentShare over 7 inches · p. 1
West Bass Lake shocking and netting survey, 2022Matched by exact lakelist id name county state wbic · WBICs 652200 · verified 2026-07-19Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey report; LakeList operator documented permission to leverage this report with source attribution.
Wisconsin DNR · 2026–2027 season
Lake-specific fishing regulations
Rule text published by the DNR for this waterbody, cached by WBIC and verified 2026-07-12.
All species
Catch and release fishing for largemouth and smallmouth bass is open year round unless otherwise noted. Motor Trolling is allowed with 1 hook, bait, or lure per angler, and 3 hooks, baits, or lures maximum per boat.
Catfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Cisco and whitefish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 10.
Lake sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Largemouth and smallmouth bass
Season Dates: June 20, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length limit is 14" and the daily bag limit is 5.
Muskellunge and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to December 31, 2026 on open water. The minimum length limit is 40" and the daily bag limit is 1.
Northern pike
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 5.
Paddlefish
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Panfish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is 25.
Rock, yellow, and white bass
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Rough fish
Season Dates: Open All Year. No minimum length limit and the daily bag limit is unlimited.
Shovelnose sturgeon
Season Dates: Closed. No fishing allowed.
Trout and salmon
See Trout regulations layer.
Urban waters gamefish
This waterbody is not considered an urban water, Urban Waters Gamefish regulations do not apply.
Walleye, sauger, and hybrids
Season Dates: May 2, 2026 to March 7, 2027. The minimum length is 15", but walleye, sauger, and hybrids from 20" to 24" may not be kept, and only 1 fish over 24" is allowed. The daily bag limit is 3.
Regulations can change. The official DNR page controls; verify seasons, boundaries, bag limits, and emergency rules before fishing.
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
West Bass 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
Historical volunteer-monitoring record for this lake.
Last sampled Sep 2025Volunteer monitoring 1993–2025
DNR volunteers monitored this lake for about 32 years, ending in 2025. In 1996 the water showed slight haze water (~9 ft Secchi). After 1 year without samples, these readings describe the lake as it was, not as it is.
| Year | Secchi | Chlorophyll-a | Total phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | — | — | — |
| 2017 | — | — | — |
| 2012 | 9.0 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2008 | 10.0 ft (1) | — | — |
| 1996 | 9.0 ft (2) | — | — |
| 1994 | 9.5 ft (2) | — | — |
West Bass Lake - Deep SpotStation 193015
Historical record only — no current water-quality data exists for this lake. 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 maps1 converted map sheetView 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
West Bass Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
West Bass 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 652200 · 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.
55surface acres
19max depth feet
1public access points
45.7785, -88.3357latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchWest Bass Lake Park Campground Boat Ramp45.77845, -88.33176Managed by COUNTYTOWN OF HOMESTEADRamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is West Bass Lake?
West Bass Lake is 19 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of West Bass Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of West Bass Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the West Bass Lake depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from LakeList depth model. Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are a modeled estimate calibrated to the lake's documented maximum depth - not a survey, and 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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