Muskellunge Stocked · 8 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk Archibald Lake fishing
Archibald Lake fishing is stocked with Walleye and Muskellunge on a natural lake. Also recorded: Largemouth Bass. It is stocked about 1.1 times a year since 2010. Species guides list dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye and dawn and dusk for Muskellunge and Largemouth Bass.
- Last stocked
- 2024
- Muskellunge
- Plants on record
- 16
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 2 (+1 also recorded)
- Average size
- 9.9 in
- Surface acres
- 393.4
Fish at Archibald Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 8 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 8 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass species guideArchibald Lake is a 392 acre lake located in Oconto County. It has a maximum depth of 50 feet. The lake's water clarity is very clear. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Walleye. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Archibald Lake is stocked
About 172 reported fish per acre, 5th most of 6 lakes in Oconto County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2010
13,907
Fish stocked in 2012
14,996
Fish stocked in 2013
272
Fish stocked in 2014
5,880
Fish stocked in 2015
1,176
Fish stocked in 2016
6,380
Fish stocked in 2017
599
Fish stocked in 2018
5,882
Fish stocked in 2019
393
Fish stocked in 2020
6,195
Fish stocked in 2022
5,882
Fish stocked in 2024
6,078
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 196 | 11.5 in | report |
| 2024 | Walleye | 5,882 | 7.7 in | report |
| 2022 | Walleye | 5,882 | 7.57 in | report |
| 2020 | Muskellunge | 393 | 16.37 in | report |
| 2020 | Walleye | 5,802 | 7.9 in | report |
| 2019 | Muskellunge | 393 | 14.49 in | report |
| 2018 | Walleye | 5,882 | 6.7 in | report |
| 2017 | Muskellunge | 599 | 17 in | report |
| 2016 | Walleye | 5,980 | 7.4 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 400 | 13.9 in | report |
| 2015 | Muskellunge | 1,176 | 13.6 in | report |
| 2014 | Walleye | 5,880 | 7.6 in | report |
| 2013 | Muskellunge | 272 | 13.3 in | report |
| 2012 | Walleye | 14,996 | 1.6 in | report |
| 2010 | Muskellunge | 107 | 10.8 in | report |
| 2010 | Walleye | 13,800 | 1.4 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Town of Townsend, WI
One paved ramp run by the Town of Townsend: trailers back about 400 ft from Archibald Parkway to the launch, 1-5 trailer stalls, no dock or restrooms, donation box at the launch. Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest land and Cathedral Pines State Natural Area lie near the shore.
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Common questions
What fish are at Archibald Lake?
Fishing Archibald Lake is as likely for Muskellunge and Walleye. Each accounts for 8 of 16 plants on record. Muskellunge was last stocked 2024, averaging 13.9 in. Walleye was last stocked 2024, averaging 6 in. Largemouth Bass is recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Archibald Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2024. It is stocked about 1.1 times a year since 2010. About 172 reported fish per acre, 5th most of 6 lakes in Oconto County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 2011, 2021, and 2023.
How big are the fish stocked at Archibald Lake?
Stocked fish average 9.9 in. Muskellunge average 13.9 in. Walleye average 6 in.
How do you get on Archibald Lake?
The nearest town is Town of Townsend, WI. One paved ramp run by the Town of Townsend: trailers back about 400 ft from Archibald Parkway to the launch, 1-5 trailer stalls, no dock or restrooms, donation box at the launch. Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest land and Cathedral Pines State Natural Area lie near the shore.
Which lakes near Archibald Lake were stocked more recently?
Trump Lake (13.8 mi) was stocked more recently. Trump Lake is also stocked with Walleye and Muskellunge.