Muskellunge Stocked · 8 plants · last 2023 Best: dawn, dusk Little Arbor Vitae Lake fishing
Little Arbor Vitae Lake fishing: not stocked since 2023. It was stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye on a natural lake. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge and dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye.
- Last stocked
- 2023
- Muskellunge
- Plants on record
- 14
- Since 2011
- Species recorded
- 2
- Average size
- 7.2 in
- Surface acres
- 540.4
Fish at Little Arbor Vitae Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 8 plants · last 2023 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 6 plants · last 2022 Best: dawn, dusk, night Fish species present in the lake include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Walleye. Those looking to fish here can expect to find these popular game fish available. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Little Arbor Vitae Lake is stocked
About 178 reported fish per acre, 13th most of 22 lakes in Vilas County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2011
265
Fish stocked in 2012
9,344
Fish stocked in 2013
133
Fish stocked in 2014
16,781
Fish stocked in 2015
133
Fish stocked in 2016
16,796
Fish stocked in 2017
83
Fish stocked in 2018
18,681
Fish stocked in 2019
132
Fish stocked in 2020
16,792
Fish stocked in 2021
118
Fish stocked in 2022
16,763
Fish stocked in 2023
119
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Muskellunge | 119 | 11 in | report |
| 2022 | Walleye | 16,760 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2022 | Muskellunge | 3 | 14 in | report |
| 2021 | Muskellunge | 118 | 12.3 in | report |
| 2020 | Walleye | 16,792 | 2.16 in | report |
| 2019 | Muskellunge | 132 | 11.15 in | report |
| 2018 | Walleye | 18,681 | 1.6 in | report |
| 2017 | Muskellunge | 83 | 10.8 in | report |
| 2016 | Walleye | 16,796 | 2 in | report |
| 2015 | Muskellunge | 133 | 11.4 in | report |
| 2014 | Walleye | 16,781 | 2.2 in | report |
| 2013 | Muskellunge | 133 | 9.2 in | report |
| 2012 | Walleye | 9,344 | 1.6 in | report |
| 2011 | Muskellunge | 265 | 9.3 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Arbor Vitae, WI
- Facilities
- dock
The single DNR-managed ramp in the Town of Arbor Vitae has a concrete-plank launch, a boarding dock and 6-10 trailer stalls, with launch and parking areas separate. The slope and route to the dock are not ADA accessible.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Little Arbor Vitae Lake
Anglers should be aware of several invasive species present in Little Arbor Vitae Lake, such as Banded Mystery Snail, Chinese Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, and Rusty Crayfish. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Little Arbor Vitae Lake?
Fishing Little Arbor Vitae Lake usually means Muskellunge: Muskellunge accounts for 8 of 14 plants on record, ahead of Walleye. Muskellunge was last stocked 2023, averaging 11.1 in. Walleye was last stocked 2022, averaging 2 in.
When is Little Arbor Vitae Lake stocked?
Not stocked since 2023. About 178 reported fish per acre, 13th most of 22 lakes in Vilas County with both a fish count and a surface area.
How big are the fish stocked at Little Arbor Vitae Lake?
Stocked fish average 7.2 in. Muskellunge average 11.1 in. Walleye average 2 in.
How do you get on Little Arbor Vitae Lake?
The nearest town is Arbor Vitae, WI. Facilities include dock. The single DNR-managed ramp in the Town of Arbor Vitae has a concrete-plank launch, a boarding dock and 6-10 trailer stalls, with launch and parking areas separate. The slope and route to the dock are not ADA accessible.
Which lakes near Little Arbor Vitae Lake were stocked more recently?
Clear Lake (2.9 mi), Little Bass Lake (3.4 mi), Minocqua Lake (4.6 mi), Big Saint Germain Lake (5.1 mi), and Tomahawk Lake (6.3 mi) were stocked more recently. Clear Lake is also stocked with Walleye, Minocqua Lake is also stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye, Big Saint Germain Lake is also stocked with Walleye and Muskellunge, and Tomahawk Lake is also stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye.