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Wisconsin›Vilas County›Little Trout Lake

Little Trout Lake

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Little Trout LakeVilas County, WI
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Interactive depth contours10-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 98-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.

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Fishing

Fishing at Little Trout Lake

6 notable speciesAngler catch reportsStocked 2024Weather windows

Fishery

Notable species

MuskySmallmouth BassWalleyeLargemouth BassPanfishTrout
Best musky lakes in Wisconsin →Best walleye lakes in Wisconsin →Best smallmouth bass lakes in Wisconsin →Best panfish lakes in Wisconsin →Best largemouth bass lakes in Wisconsin →

Anglers logged 9 catches here on Fishbrain; the last was Aug 4, 2024. Too few reports to chart.

Wisconsin DNR stocking

Fish stocking history

The latest published year is 2024, when 7,522 fish were recorded across 1 entry.

2024
Lake TroutTrout Lake · Yearling
7,5227.2 in average
2023
Lake TroutTrout Lake · Yearling
7,0997.5 in average
2022
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5,0326.3 in average
2020
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
19,5536.9 in average
2018
Lake TroutTrout Lake · Large Fingerling
30,2434.3 in average
2018
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5,0336.7 in average
2016
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5,0647.0 in average
2014
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5,0317.1 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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Aquatic invasive species

DNR observations

Verified observations are kept separate from species the DNR lists as no longer observed.

1 currently observed speciesClean, drain, and dry boats and gear before moving to another waterbody.
ObservedRainbow SmeltInvasive fish · discovered 1990-12-31Verified (Not Vouchered) · verified 2026-07-12

Water temperature

Little Trout Lake water temperature today

Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.

68°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.

Warmest monthAugust · ~72°F
Freezing surfaceDecember – March
Model depth input98 ft max depth
Monthly Little Trout Lake water temperatures and freeze-up FAQ →

Estimates are modeled, not measured. Actual temperatures vary with depth, wind mixing, and recent weather — verify conditions before swimming, boating, or heading onto ice.

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 sheetFishing 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

Little Trout Lake depth maps

1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.

Original DNR document

Navigable depth map

Little Trout Lake · sheet 1

Pan, zoom, and inspect the converted Wisconsin DNR historical map image in the browser. Historical survey — not for navigation.

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Little Trout Lake historical Wisconsin DNR depth map sheet 1

Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 2321600 · image navigation only; spatial alignment pending · Historical lake maps are not for navigation.

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Little Trout Lake · page 1Vilas County · WBIC 2321600 · 366 KB preview
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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.

1,007surface acres
98max depth feet
1public access points
46.0642, -89.8533latitude, longitude

Access

Public access points

Boat launchLittle Trout Lake Access46.05443, -89.84996Managed by OTHERTOWN OF LAC DU FLAMBEAURamp surface: Concrete PlankADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
DNR verifiedDirectionsOfficial details

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Depth FAQ

How deep is Little Trout Lake?

Little Trout Lake is 98 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 25 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.

Is there a free depth map of Little Trout Lake?

Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Little Trout Lake at a typical 10-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.

Where does the Little Trout 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.

View the full Little Trout Lake depth map →

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Where this lake data comes from

Wisconsin DNR Lake Pagesname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-12

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