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White LakeWaupaca 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 10-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 White Lake
Fishery
Notable species
WalleyeCatfishLargemouth BassNorthern PikePanfish
Angler reports · Fishbrain
What anglers catch here
Anglers have logged 53 catches on White Lake via Fishbrain — 7 in the last 30 days, most recently on Jul 27, 2026.
Most-reported species
- Largemouth bass
- Northern pike
- Bluegill
8 of the 53 logged catches didn’t name a species and aren’t listed above.
Of the 53 logged catches, 32 carry a year; the figures above cover those.
2019 had the most reports (18).
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 2021 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 reviewed metrics apply only to White Lake (WBIC 272900) and retain the report's gear, threshold and sample scope.
Human-reviewed, page-evidenced 2021 fisheries metrics for White Lake (WBIC 272900).
- Historical fisheries snapshot; not current fishing regulations or navigation guidance.
- Only metrics explicitly supported by the cited source page were promoted.
- Relative-abundance indices, population estimates, gear limitations and size thresholds retain source scope.
Black Crappie
83 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 12.6 fish/net night2021 target survey CPUE · p. 183 fishFish measured in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 510.1 inchesAverage length in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 5
Bluegill
224 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 1149.3 fish/mile2021 target survey CPUE · p. 1217 fishFish measured in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 47.2 inchesAverage length in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 4
Largemouth Bass
42 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 110.2 fish/mile2021 target survey CPUE · p. 142 fishFish measured in 2021 spring electrofishing · p. 312.9 inchesAverage length in 2021 spring electrofishing · p. 3
Northern Pike
527 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 116.5 fish/net night2021 target survey CPUE · p. 1509 fishFish measured in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 217.4 inchesAverage length in 2021 spring fyke netting · p. 2
Pumpkinseed
31 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 120.7 fish/mile2021 target survey CPUE · p. 131 fishFish measured in 2021 spring electrofishing · p. 66.7 inchesAverage length in 2021 spring electrofishing · p. 6
Yellow Perch
15 fish2021 target survey catch · p. 110 fish/mile2021 target survey CPUE · p. 1
White Lake comprehensive survey, 2021Matched by exact wbic name county · WBICs 272900 · verified 2026-07-19Wisconsin DNR fisheries survey report; LakeList operator documented permission to leverage this public report with source attribution.
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2024, when 2,500 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2024
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Large Fingerling
2,5003.5 in average
2018
BluegillUnspecified · Large Fingerling
73,3661.3 in average
2017
Fathead MinnowUnspecified · Adult
19,2002.5 in average
2015
Fathead MinnowUnspecified · Fry
104,9992.0 in average
2015
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
2,0007.0 in average
2014
Fathead MinnowUnspecified · Yearling
34,0002.0 in average
2014
WalleyeUnspecified · Large Fingerling
3007.0 in average
2014
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Large Fingerling
3656.0 in average
2013
Black CrappieUnspecified · Large Fingerling
1,6005.0 in average
2013
WalleyeUnspecified · Yearling
1,1207.0 in average
2012
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Adult
1,4707.0 in average
2010
Yellow PerchUnspecified · Adult
1,4637.0 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
White Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
70°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 White Lake - Deep Hole.
Sampled Sep 2025Volunteer monitoring since 1986
Somewhat hazy but low-algae water — summer clarity of 7 ft is lower than most monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August 2021 averages across 4 volunteer readings.52Eutrophic5-yr summer TSI
Nutrient-rich, greener water — more algae and plant growth, common in shallower lakes.
Water claritySecchi disk depth
7 ftJul–Aug 2021 avg (2 readings)
Slight hazeDeclining — down ~17% vs earlier years
Clearer than 36% of 591 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
AlgaeChlorophyll-a
4 µg/LJul–Aug 2021 avg (2 readings)
LowWorsening — up ~72% vs earlier years
No recent nutrient readings — last measured 2010.
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 | 5.5 ft (1) | 16.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2024 | 6.0 ft (1) | 4.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2023 | 3.5 ft (1) | 11.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2021 | 7.0 ft (2) | 4.0 µg/L (2) | 18.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2019 | 6.0 ft (1) | 5.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2018 | 5.0 ft (2) | 9.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2017 | 6.0 ft (1) | 13.0 µg/L (1) | — |
| 2016 | 4.8 ft (2) | 6.5 µg/L (2) | — |
| 2015 | 5.8 ft (2) | 24.0 µg/L (2) | 150.0 µg/L (1) |
| 2010 | 5.3 ft (2) | 5.0 µg/L (2) | 21.0 µg/L (2) |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 5.5 ft (2025-08-31), chlorophyll-a 4 µg/L (2025-09-01), and total phosphorus 18 µg/L (2021-07-30).
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.
White Lake - Deep HoleStation 693081 · TSI based on Secchi
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 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
White Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
White 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 272900 · 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.
1,064surface acres
10max depth feet
2public access points
44.3661, -88.9330latitude, longitude
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Public access points
Boat launchWhite Lake Access44.35947, -88.94858Managed by COUNTYTOWN OF ROYALTONRamp surface: Concrete PlankADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
Boat launchWhite Lake Access44.35914, -88.93828Managed by TOWNSHIPTOWN OF ROYALTONRamp surface: PavedADA-accessible feature: NoVerified 2026-07-12
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Depth FAQ
How deep is White Lake?
White Lake is 10 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of White Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of White Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the White 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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