Brandenburg Lake

Brandenburg Lake is also known as Lake of the Hollow. It's a small glacial lake in Lake County, south of Redhead Lake. The two are linked by a channel, but that connection shouldn't be treated as proof that a boat can pass or that there's public access on the bank.

Lake facts

• Also called: Lake of the Hollow
• Lake size: About 77 acres in the county reference report
• Historical depth: Maximum about 15 feet
• Fish to target: Largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and perch

Where to fish

For bluegill and crappie, try a small jig or a worm beneath a float around reachable cover. A compact weedless soft plastic gives you a largemouth option. The lake is shallow enough that short, controlled casts can be more useful than a deep-diving plug. Ask your host about the current weed growth before choosing your tackle.

Getting on the water

Arrange access with the owner or an authorized facility before bringing a boat. The county's reference report describes most of the lake as being under one ownership. A map pin and an open-looking shoreline don't create a public fishing entrance.

A few things to know

Keep this lake separate from the main Chain's public ramps and recreation areas. Confirm guest, parking and boating arrangements in advance. Its other name is useful when asking locally about access or looking at older lake information.