2025
WalleyeLake Michigan · Large Fingerling
9,3627.6 in average
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Cedar Lake
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Cedar LakeWashington 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 105-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 Cedar Lake
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassNorthern PikePanfishWalleye
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 451 catches on Cedar Lake via Fishbrain — 4 in the last 30 days, most recently on Jul 21, 2026.
Most-reported species
- Largemouth bass
- Northern pike
- Bluegill
- Rock bass
- Black crappie
- Walleye
Show 4 more species
- Pumpkinseed
- Yellow perch
- Hybrid sunfish reported as “Greengill hybrid”
- Smallmouth bass
36 of the 451 logged catches didn’t name a species and aren’t listed above.
Seasonality
All fishOf the 451 logged catches, 390 carry a month and 373 carry a year; the charts cover those.
2025 had the most reports (87).
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 stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2025, when 9,362 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2024
WalleyeLake Michigan · Fry
2,400,0000.3 in average
2024
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
7,2006.0 in average
2023
WalleyeLake Michigan · Large Fingerling
9,3647.5 in average
2022
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
8,2006.0 in average
2020
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
7,0237.0 in average
2019
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
1,5266.5 in average
2019
WalleyeRock-Fox · Large Fingerling
7,7937.9 in average
2018
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
4,9976.0 in average
2017
WalleyeLake Michigan · Large Fingerling
8,5875.7 in average
2017
WalleyeLake Michigan · Large Fingerling
4,9987.4 in average
2017
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
4,0006.0 in average
Showing the 12 most recent records from 24 published entries.
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.
Water temperature
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.
71°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 Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep Site.
Sampled Apr 2026
Somewhat hazy water — summer clarity of 9.3 ft sits near the middle of monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August 2025 averages across 4 volunteer readings.43Mesotrophic5-yr summer TSI
Moderately clear with moderate nutrients — some algae and plant growth through the season.
Water claritySecchi disk depth
9.3 ftJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
Slight haze1989–2025
Clearer than 54% of 591 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
5.5 µg/LJul–Aug 2025 avg (2 readings)
ModerateImproving — down ~18% vs earlier years
No recent nutrient readings — last measured 1989.
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 | 9.3 ft (2) | 5.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2024 | 7.0 ft (2) | 6.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2010 | — | 4.0 µg/L (1) | 19.0 µg/L (1) |
| 1990 | 8.2 ft (1) | 6.0 µg/L (1) | 8.0 µg/L (1) |
| 1989 | 5.9 ft (2) | 7.0 µg/L (2) | 13.0 µg/L (2) |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 10.5 ft (2026-04-20), chlorophyll-a 5 µg/L (2026-04-20), and total phosphorus 19 µg/L (2010-08-24).
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.
Big Cedar Lake Northern Basin Deep SiteStation 10041160 · 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 maps3 converted map sheetsFishing 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
Cedar Lake depth maps
3 converted map sheets. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
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 25300 · 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.
937surface acres
105max depth feet
3public access points
43.3842, -88.2626latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchAccess at The End Of Gonring Dr43.40232, -88.25939Managed by Wisconsin DNR
DNR verifiedDirections
Boat launchAccess Off S Hacker Dr43.40462, -88.25164Managed by Wisconsin DNR
DNR verifiedDirections
Boat launchBig Cedar Lake Ramp43.37989, -88.26776Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF WEST BENDRamp surface: GravelADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is Cedar Lake?
Cedar Lake is 105 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 34 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Cedar Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Cedar Lake at a typical 10-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Cedar 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 Pagesname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-05-25
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