The habitat here bodes well for producing panfish and bass, which is why these fish consistently maintain their strong numbers and garner the most interest from local anglers.
The lake is likely stacked with an abundance of keeping-size fish at this point. But you’ll also find plenty of bigger walleyes – those fish that are consistently producing those eaters.
Barrett contains fish traditionally found in lakes, such as walleyes, panfish, and bass. But it also has several riverine species, including bigmouth buffalo, freshwater drum, and longnose gar, among others add to the uniqueness of
West Rabbit is a pretty good walleye fishery with plenty of structure. It holds quality bass, respectable panfish, and some northern pike as well.
The lake’s largemouth bass population is considered moderate in numbers and excellent in size. Results from a 2019 DNR lake survey showed an average length of nearly 13 inches, and fish up to 19 inches
It’s stocked heavily with walleye fingerlings during odd-numbered years, and those fish typically provide anglers with an abundance of eating-size walleyes to catch.
Characterized as a traditional bass/panfish lake, it’s also an excellent walleye fishery and has an abundance of northern pike, although most will be of pickling size.
Clearwater’s “nice” average size means you’ll consistently hook bass that run in the 2- to 3-pound class. Fish up to 5 pounds are expected; they’re not the exception.
During the past decade or so, the focus for many anglers, especially during the ice-fishing season, has become Big Stone’s perch. In recent years, its bluegill and crappie numbers, along with the impressive size of
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