Muskellunge Stocked · 7 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk Upper Eau Claire Lake fishing
Upper Eau Claire Lake fishing is stocked with Muskellunge and Walleye on a natural lake. Also recorded: Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Rock Bass, and 3 more. It is stocked about 0.9 times a year since 2010. Species guides list dawn and dusk for Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass, and Largemouth 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
- 14
- Since 2010
- Species stocked
- 2 (+9 also recorded)
- Average size
- 9.5 in
- Surface acres
- 1,021.3
Fish at Upper Eau Claire Lake
Muskellunge Stocked · 7 plants · last 2024 Best: dawn, dusk 
Walleye Stocked · 7 plants · last 2025 Best: dawn, dusk, night 
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
Northern Pike Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Northern Pike species guide
Bluegill Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Bluegill 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
Yellow Perch Confirmed present Best: dawn, day, dusk Best: dawn, day, dusk
Yellow Perch species guide
Pumpkinseed Confirmed present Best: dusk Best: dusk
Pumpkinseed species guide
Cisco Confirmed present Upper Eau Claire Lake is a 1024 acre lake located in Bayfield County. It has a maximum depth of 92 feet, and the lake's water clarity is very clear. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. (apps.dnr.wi.gov, accessed September 22, 2026)
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How Upper Eau Claire Lake is stocked
About 74 reported fish per acre, 3rd most of 5 lakes in Bayfield County with both a fish count and a surface area.
Fish stocked in 2010
374
Fish stocked in 2012
496
Fish stocked in 2013
9,898
Fish stocked in 2014
498
Fish stocked in 2015
10,244
Fish stocked in 2016
298
Fish stocked in 2017
10,240
Fish stocked in 2018
548
Fish stocked in 2019
10,244
Fish stocked in 2021
10,244
Fish stocked in 2022
440
Fish stocked in 2023
10,228
Fish stocked in 2024
498
Fish stocked in 2025
11,267
Stocking history
| Date | Species | Quantity | Avg. length | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Walleye | 11,267 | 7.07 in | report |
| 2024 | Muskellunge | 498 | 13.3 in | report |
| 2023 | Walleye | 10,228 | 6.6 in | report |
| 2022 | Muskellunge | 440 | 11.9 in | report |
| 2021 | Walleye | 10,244 | 6.1 in | report |
| 2019 | Walleye | 10,244 | 6.5 in | report |
| 2018 | Muskellunge | 548 | 11.8 in | report |
| 2017 | Walleye | 10,240 | 6.45 in | report |
| 2016 | Muskellunge | 298 | 11.8 in | report |
| 2015 | Walleye | 10,244 | 7.5 in | report |
| 2014 | Muskellunge | 498 | 11.4 in | report |
| 2013 | Walleye | 9,898 | 6.5 in | report |
| 2012 | Muskellunge | 496 | 13.3 in | report |
| 2010 | Muskellunge | 374 | 12.4 in | report |
Access and facts
- Water type
- natural lake
- Nearest town
- Town of Barnes, WI
- Facilities
- dock, restrooms
The one public landing, run by the Town of Barnes, is a shallow concrete ramp with a boarding dock, portable toilet and lighting; park off Peninsula Road. The dock transition is not ADA accessible. Most shoreline is private; a state-owned island in the northeast is public. Max depth 92 ft.
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Common questions
What fish are at Upper Eau Claire Lake?
Fishing Upper Eau Claire Lake is as likely for Muskellunge and Walleye. Each accounts for 7 of 14 plants on record. Muskellunge was last stocked 2024, averaging 12.3 in. Walleye was last stocked 2025, averaging 6.7 in. Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill, plus 5 more are recorded here outside the stocking reports.
When is Upper Eau Claire Lake stocked?
Last stocked 2025. It is stocked about 0.9 times a year since 2010. About 74 reported fish per acre, 3rd most of 5 lakes in Bayfield County with both a fish count and a surface area. No plants recorded in 2011 and 2020.
How big are the fish stocked at Upper Eau Claire Lake?
Stocked fish average 9.5 in. Muskellunge average 12.3 in. Walleye average 6.7 in.
How do you get on Upper Eau Claire Lake?
The nearest town is Town of Barnes, WI. Facilities include dock and restrooms. The one public landing, run by the Town of Barnes, is a shallow concrete ramp with a boarding dock, portable toilet and lighting; park off Peninsula Road. The dock transition is not ADA accessible. Most shoreline is private; a state-owned island in the northeast is public. Max depth 92 ft.