What is the depth of Trout Lake?

69 m
Trout Lake/Max depth

What kind of fish are in Trout Lake?

Trout Lake is a 3864 acre lake located in Vilas County. It has a maximum depth of 117 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. Fish include Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Trout and Walleye.

Can you swim in Trout Lake NY?

Use of Trout Lake’s beach is limited to beach association members. To preserve tranquility for residents, the lake association has banned personal water craft and limited the size of a boat’s horsepower.

What is the best time of day to fish for lake trout?

When to Fish Lake Trout Or opt to fish between dawn and 11 a.m. or at twilight. Not only will the lake trout feel more comfortable venturing out at these hours, but they bite most during feeding time when bugs are active.

How big is the Trout Lake State Forest?

Trout Lake State Forest covers 1,087 acres. The topography is very hilly with thin soils and rocky exposed ridge tops. Better quality upland sites support a mixture of northern hardwood, hemlock, and white pine forests.

Why are brook trout in Franklin County NY declining?

Unwanted introductions of minnows/bait fish are a primary factor in the decline of brook trout fisheries. (*) Denotes waters where the use or possession of bait fish is prohibited. Unwanted introductions of minnows/bait fish are a primary factor in the decline of brook trout fisheries.

Are there any fishing regulations in New York?

Check DEC’s New York Freshwater Fishing Regulations Guide: 2021 (PDF) for current regulations. (*) Denotes waters where the use or possession of bait fish is prohibited. Unwanted introductions of minnows/bait fish are a primary factor in the decline of brook trout fisheries.

Is the Trout Lake State Forest Open in the winter?

All trails in Trout Lake State Forest are open for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, but none are groomed for cross-country skiing. General information on animals includes links to information about birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians and insects that inhabit or migrate through the state.