Bluegill Stocked · 5 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, day, dusk Crystal Lake fishing
Crystal Lake fishing: not stocked since 2016. It was stocked with Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Northern Pike on a natural lake. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Largemouth Bass and dawn, day, and dusk for Bluegill and Northern Pike.
- Last stocked
- 2016
- Largemouth Bass
- Plants on record
- 14
- Since 2010
- Species recorded
- 3
- Average size
- 3.4 in
- Surface acres
- 110.8
Fish at Crystal Lake
Bluegill Stocked · 5 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, day, dusk 
Largemouth Bass Stocked · 5 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, dusk 
Northern Pike Stocked · 4 plants · last 2016 Best: dawn, day, dusk Crystal Lake is a 110 acre lake located in Barron County. This lake has a maximum depth of 22 feet. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources states that fish found here include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Crystal Lake is stocked
About 667 reported fish per acre, the most of 8 lakes in Barron County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2010
16,450
Fish stocked in 2011
8,675
Fish stocked in 2014
15,715
Fish stocked in 2015
17,349
Fish stocked in 2016
15,730
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Largemouth Bass | 4,800 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2016 | Northern Pike | 600 | 8.1 in | report |
| 2016 | Bluegill | 10,330 | 0.5 in | report |
| 2015 | Bluegill | 12,000 | 0.75 in | report |
| 2015 | Largemouth Bass | 4,800 | 1.9 in | report |
| 2015 | Northern Pike | 549 | 9.3 in | report |
| 2014 | Bluegill | 11,995 | 1 in | report |
| 2014 | Northern Pike | 1,320 | 4.8 in | report |
| 2014 | Largemouth Bass | 2,400 | 3.2 in | report |
| 2011 | Largemouth Bass | 3,000 | 2.6 in | report |
| 2011 | Bluegill | 5,675 | 1 in | report |
| 2010 | Northern Pike | 600 | 8.6 in | report |
| 2010 | Bluegill | 12,850 | 1 in | report |
| 2010 | Largemouth Bass | 3,000 | 3.3 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Town of Crystal Lake, WI
WDNR's public lake listing shows no boat landing on record for this 110-acre lake in Barron County. Water clarity is low; maximum depth is 22 ft.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Crystal Lake
The lake's water clarity is low, which might affect fishing conditions. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Crystal Lake?
Fishing Crystal Lake is as likely for Bluegill and Largemouth Bass. Each accounts for 5 of 14 plants on record. Bluegill was last stocked 2016, averaging 0.9 in. Largemouth Bass was last stocked 2016, averaging 2.6 in. Northern Pike was last stocked 2016, averaging 7.7 in.
When is Crystal Lake stocked?
Not stocked since 2016. About 667 reported fish per acre, the most of 8 lakes in Barron County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 2012 and 2013.
How big are the fish stocked at Crystal Lake?
Stocked fish average 3.4 in. Bluegill average 0.9 in. Largemouth Bass average 2.6 in. Northern Pike average 7.7 in.
How do you get on Crystal Lake?
The nearest town is Town of Crystal Lake, WI. WDNR's public lake listing shows no boat landing on record for this 110-acre lake in Barron County. Water clarity is low; maximum depth is 22 ft.
Which lakes near Crystal Lake were stocked more recently?
Beaver Dam Lake (5.6 mi), Sand Lake (7.4 mi), Big Round Lake (10.1 mi), and Silver Lake (11.2 mi) were stocked more recently.