Muskellunge Stocked · 2 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk Dam Lake fishing
Dam Lake fishing is stocked with Walleye and Muskellunge on a natural lake. Also recorded: Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and 2 more. It is stocked about 1.3 times a year since 2022. Species guides list dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye, Black Crappie, and Rock Bass, dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass, and dawn, day, and dusk for Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Bluegill.
- Last stocked
- 2024
- Muskellunge
- Plants on record
- 4
- Since 2022
- Species stocked
- 2 (+8 also recorded)
- Average size
- 7.2 in
- Surface acres
- 727.2
Fish at Dam Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 2 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 2 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Northern Pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern Pike species guide
Smallmouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Smallmouth Bass species guide
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Pumpkinseed Confirmed present Best: dusk Best: dusk
Pumpkinseed species guide
Rock Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Rock Bass species guideDam Lake, located in Oneida County, is a 732-acre lake with a maximum depth of 32 feet and a mean depth of 18 feet. Anglers can find Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye in its waters. The lake bottom is composed of 60% sand, 25% gravel, and 15% muck. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Dam Lake is stocked
About 74 reported fish per acre, 15th most of 16 lakes in Oneida County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2022
26,205
Fish stocked in 2024
27,328
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 90 | 13.2 in | report |
| 2024 | Walleye | 27,238 | 1.92 in | report |
| 2022 | Muskellunge | 183 | 11.7 in | report |
| 2022 | Walleye | 26,022 | 2.08 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Sugar Camp, WI
- Facilities
- dock
Dam Lake is part of the Sugar Camp Chain. Its DNR-listed public landing (Sand Lake Access at County Hwy D, on the connected Sand Lake) is a concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and 16-20 trailer stalls; no restrooms on site.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Dam Lake
Anglers should be aware of invasive species present in Dam Lake, including Chinese Mystery Snail, Eurasian Water-Milfoil, and Rusty Crayfish. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Dam Lake?
Fishing Dam Lake is as likely for Muskellunge and Walleye. Each accounts for 2 of 4 plants on record. Muskellunge was last stocked 2024, averaging 12.5 in. Walleye was last stocked 2024, averaging 2 in. Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth Bass, plus 4 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Dam Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2024. It is stocked about 1.3 times a year since 2022. About 74 reported fish per acre, 15th most of 16 lakes in Oneida County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 2023.
How big are the fish stocked at Dam Lake?
Stocked fish average 7.2 in. Muskellunge average 12.5 in. Walleye average 2 in.
How do you get on Dam Lake?
The nearest town is Sugar Camp, WI. Facilities include dock. Dam Lake is part of the Sugar Camp Chain. Its DNR-listed public landing (Sand Lake Access at County Hwy D, on the connected Sand Lake) is a concrete ramp with an ADA-accessible boarding dock and 16-20 trailer stalls; no restrooms on site.
Which lakes near Dam Lake were stocked more recently?
North Nokomis Lake (2.6 mi), Little Saint Germain Lake (4.4 mi), Big Saint Germain Lake (7.4 mi), and Two Sisters Lake (8.9 mi) were stocked more recently. North Nokomis Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Little Saint Germain Lake is also stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye, Big Saint Germain Lake is also stocked with Walleye and Muskellunge, and Two Sisters Lake is also stocked with Walleye.