Fishtrap Lake
Fishtrap Lake is a 339-acre clear-water lake located about ten minutes north of Boulder Junction. It connects with High Lake, creating a larger combined system with ample shoreline to explore.
The meandering 6.3-mile shoreline features points, bays, and narrows that give it strong visual interest and make it particularly appealing for paddling and small-boat cruising. With roughly 10.5 owners per mile of shoreline and about 14 feet of clarity, development and water quality both remain favorable.
Buyers drawn to Fishtrap often want a scenic, mid-sized connected system with good fishing and a quieter north-of-town setting.
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Fishtrap and neighboring High Lake support a multi-species fishery highlighted by walleyes, muskies, bass, pike, and panfish, with the connecting channel allowing fish to move freely between basins. Weedlines, points, and channel edges between the two lakes are prime spots, especially in low-light windows and shoulder seasons. Clear water encourages many anglers to focus on 8–16 foot edges with jigs, live bait rigs, and smaller crankbaits, while muskies and pike patrol bars and saddles that link shallow and deep water. For cabin owners, Fishtrap Lake offers the sense of being on a small chain, with enough water and structure variety to stay interesting across seasons without feeling crowded.
How big is Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake is 339 acres with 6.30 miles of shoreline.
How deep is Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake has an average depth of 18 feet and a maximum depth of 41 feet.
Does Fishtrap Lake have a boat launch?
No, Fishtrap Lake does not have a public boat launch.
How far is Fishtrap Lake from Boulder Junction?
Fishtrap Lake is 11 minutes from Boulder Junction, Wisconsin.
What fish are in Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye.
What is the water clarity of Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake has a water clarity of 14.0 feet.
How long is the shoreline on Fishtrap Lake?
The shoreline of Fishtrap Lake is about 6.30 miles.
What type of lake is Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake is a Drainage lake.
What is the trophic status of Fishtrap Lake?
Fishtrap Lake is a Oligotrophic lake.
Is Fishtrap Lake on a chain of lakes?
Yes, Fishtrap Lake is on the High/Fishtrap chain of lakes.
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