FISHING

For all you SERIOUS FISHERMEN Washburn County lakes offer over 30,000 acres of the best fishing around. Birchwood boasts the title of Bluegill Capitol of the World, while Long Lake captures the title of Walleye Capitol of the State.  There are too many walleye lakes to list separately. Local sports shops can direct you to the action. 

The State of Wisconsin recommends the Namekagon River for trout fishing on it's many tributaries. The State also recommends Long Lake for walleye, northern, largemouth bass and panfish.  For muskie, walleye, smallmouth bass and panfish the State also recommends Shell Lake. 

Where to buy FISHING LICENSES:               

For your boating needs visit Wild River Sport and Marine                       

This is NOT a Canadian Muskie.. This beauty was caught by Len Carlstrom,  out of Shell Lake, Washburn County.

MUSKIE LAKES IN WASHBURN COUNTY Acres Max.Depth Public Access County Location DeRosier    109     11 ft.         Yes NE McKenzie-Middle    530     45 ft.         Yes NW McKenzie-Big 1,185     71 ft.         Yes NW Mathew  &nbsàø»¦ 263     26 ft.         Yes NW Shell 2,580     36 ft         Yes SC Trego    451     36 ft         Yes        Central Yellow River Flowage    344    17 ft      Yes     Central

Link to The International Muskie Home Page, Link to Muskies Inc. Link to STATE DNR HOME PAGE-Great info for hunting & fishing.

Check out the Spooner Fish Hatchery.

When in Spooner, Stay at The Country House Motel & RV Park