Miller Lake Fishing in Washington County, Wisconsin

• Overview

  Look for Miller Lake in the Washington County part of Wisconsin. It lies 889 feet above sea level. The nearest place of any size is Barton, 2.7 miles away. Milwaukee is the closest city, 33 miles away. Round about: Ehne Lake a touch under 1.4 miles, Little Drickens Lake the better part of 1.6 miles, Smith Lake a touch under 1.9 miles, Wallace Lake the better part of 1.9 miles and Lake Lenwood a touch under 2.2 miles. Rules can differ a short way off, since the county line is near.

• Where to Fish on Miller Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. This is a lake, so the margins and the first drop matter most. Weed, then depth: that is the order to fish a water of this kind. Across Washington County, recorded fish include common carp, pumpkinseed and green sunfish. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. On Miller Lake that means starting tight and working out.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Typical July readings run about 70°F; by January the average is down near 18°F. Seasons are distinct, and each one fishes differently. Ice is part of the season here, ending near early April. Break-up near early April, freeze-up near early December: that is the shape of an average year. Fish feed hardest at the start and the close of the open season. Expect Miller Lake to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  The access position is unclear from public sources. No made access appears within a short radius, so plan to park on a verge and walk. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Gates get locked out of season on water like this. Fishing rules and camping rules are set separately here. For a change of water, Ehne Lake is 1.4 miles distant. For Miller Lake in particular, ask before you travel.