Alice Lake Fishing near Rhinelander, Wisconsin

• Overview

  Alice Lake lies within the bounds of Oneida County, Wisconsin. The land about it is pine and birch. About 10 acres of surface, which puts the far bank inside easy sight. Our Oneida County list holds plenty of bigger water. Rhinelander lies 4.7 miles from the water. Further out sit Tomahawk (15 miles) and Nashville (24 miles). Rules here are straightforward: one county, one set of rules.

• Where to Fish on Alice Lake

  Without a survey to go on, judge depth from how the bank falls away. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. Open biodiversity records for Oneida County list brown trout, walleye, largemouth bass and northern pike. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. On Alice Lake that means starting tight and working out.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July runs about 67°F on average, January about 10°F. Four clear seasons, with a proper winter at one end. Expect a solid lid for months and a thaw around mid April. The water is typically free of ice between mid April and late November. The middle of summer slows a little, with dawn and dusk carrying it. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Alice Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. A protected area covers this ground, which usually means restrictions on access. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. A phone call first saves an afternoon. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. The nearest alternative is Green Bass Lake, 0.6 miles out. Confirm access to Alice Lake locally before you travel.