Schoolhouse Lake near Little Round Lake: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Out in Sawyer County, Wisconsin, sits Schoolhouse Lake. The surface lies 1,286 feet up. It measures about 52 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. The closest town, Little Round Lake, is 5.8 miles distant. Hayward follows at 7.1 miles, then Spooner at 22 miles. It sits well inside the county, so one set of rules covers it.

• Where to Fish on Schoolhouse Lake

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. Look for the band where the shallows give up and the bottom falls away. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. County-wide records name walleye, brown trout, largemouth bass, muskellunge and northern pike. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. On Schoolhouse Lake the obvious spot is not always the productive one.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Typical July readings run about 68°F; by January the average is down near 9°F. Four clear seasons, with a proper winter at one end. The freeze runs deep into the year, with break-up near mid April. The water is typically free of ice between mid April and late November. Right after break-up, and again as the nights sharpen, is when to go. It holds true on Schoolhouse Lake more years than not.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing in our records says who may fish here. Access is unmapped, which usually means a farm track and a walk. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. If the gate is shut, Durphee Lake at 0.3 miles is the nearest alternative. Check the position at Schoolhouse Lake before loading the car.