Muskellunge Stocked · 6 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk Lower Eau Claire Lake fishing
Lower Eau Claire Lake fishing is stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye on a natural lake. Also recorded: Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and 3 more. It is stocked about 0.8 times a year since 2010. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, and Smallmouth Bass, dawn, dusk, and night for Walleye, Black Crappie, and Rock Bass, and dawn, day, and dusk for Northern Pike, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch.
- Last stocked
- 2025
- Walleye
- Plants on record
- 12
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 2 (+9 also recorded)
- Average size
- 9.6 in
- Surface acres
- 785.7
Fish at Lower Eau Claire Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 6 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 6 plants · last 2025 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
Largemouth Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk Best: dawn, dusk
Largemouth Bass 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
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill species guide
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Black Crappie Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Black Crappie species guide
Rock Bass Confirmed present Best: dawn, dusk, night Best: dawn, dusk, night
Rock Bass species guide
Pumpkinseed Confirmed present Best: dusk Best: dusk
Pumpkinseed species guide Warmouth Confirmed present
Lower Eau Claire Lake is a 784 acre lake located in Bayfield, Douglas Counties. This lake has a maximum depth of 41 feet, and its water is moderately clear. Anglers can find Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike and Walleye here. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Lower Eau Claire Lake is stocked
About 63 reported fish per acre, the fewest of 4 lakes in Douglas County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2010
176
Fish stocked in 2012
401
Fish stocked in 2014
401
Fish stocked in 2015
7,844
Fish stocked in 2016
240
Fish stocked in 2017
7,463
Fish stocked in 2018
430
Fish stocked in 2019
7,844
Fish stocked in 2021
8,624
Fish stocked in 2023
7,841
Fish stocked in 2024
392
Fish stocked in 2025
7,841
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Walleye | 7,841 | 7 in | report |
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 392 | 13.3 in | report |
| 2023 | Walleye | 7,841 | 6.5 in | report |
| 2021 | Walleye | 8,624 | 6.7 in | report |
| 2019 | Walleye | 7,844 | 6.3 in | report |
| 2018 | Muskellunge | 430 | 11.8 in | report |
| 2017 | Walleye | 7,463 | 6.5 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 240 | 11.8 in | report |
| 2015 | Walleye | 7,844 | 7.4 in | report |
| 2014 | Muskellunge | 401 | 11.4 in | report |
| 2012 | Muskellunge | 401 | 13.3 in | report |
| 2010 | Muskellunge | 176 | 12.7 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Facilities
- restrooms, dock, camping
The only public landing is at Douglas County's Mooney Dam County Park on County Rd Y: one concrete lane, boarding dock and vault toilets (dock route not ADA). Shore anglers can fish above and below the dam; footing below it is slippery with strong current. 784 acres, max 41 ft.
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Advisories, closures, regulations and water conditions change. Check the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before you go.
About Lower Eau Claire Lake
Watch out for several invasive species, including Banded Mystery Snail, Curly-Leaf Pondweed, Purple Loosestrife, and Rusty Crayfish. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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Common questions
What fish are at Lower Eau Claire Lake?
Fishing Lower Eau Claire Lake is as likely for Muskellunge and Walleye. Each accounts for 6 of 12 plants on record. Muskellunge was last stocked 2024, averaging 12.4 in. Walleye was last stocked 2025, averaging 6.7 in. Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, and Bluegill, plus 5 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Lower Eau Claire Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2025. It is stocked about 0.8 times a year since 2010. About 63 reported fish per acre, the fewest of 4 lakes in Douglas County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 2011, 2013, 2020, and 2022.
How big are the fish stocked at Lower Eau Claire Lake?
Stocked fish average 9.6 in. Muskellunge average 12.4 in. Walleye average 6.7 in.
How do you get on Lower Eau Claire Lake?
Facilities include restrooms, dock, and camping. The only public landing is at Douglas County's Mooney Dam County Park on County Rd Y: one concrete lane, boarding dock and vault toilets (dock route not ADA). Shore anglers can fish above and below the dam; footing below it is slippery with strong current. 784 acres, max 41 ft.