Rainbow Lake Fishing Guide, Oconto County, Wisconsin

• Overview

  Rainbow Lake is an Oconto County water, in Wisconsin. The setting is rolling bush on every side. A pocket of water where every cast reaches cover. It is one of the smaller waters we list in Oconto County. Nearest place of any size is Oconto Falls, 18 miles away. Beyond it, Gillett at 19 miles and Peshtigo at 20 miles. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Rainbow Lake

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. Where the bottom changes texture, fish gather; find that line. Species logged across Oconto County include brown trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch and northern pike. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. On Rainbow Lake the quiet end is the one worth the extra effort.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Seasonal averages run from 13°F in January up to 69°F in July. Four clear seasons, with a proper winter at one end. Once it clears, about mid April, the fishing comes on quickly. Going by climate averages, expect open water from about mid April until roughly early December. Right after break-up, and again as the nights sharpen, is when to go. That is the shape of the year on Rainbow Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. Nothing is mapped in the way of a ramp or car park within a short radius. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Where a permit is needed, the nearest town usually sells it. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. The nearest alternative is Marsh Lake, 0.3 miles out. Check the position on Rainbow Lake before loading the car.