Eske Lake

Eske Lake is one of the lakes mapped in Portage County with the current lake record giving us about 3 acres; a dependable maximum depth is not in the current record, which is enough information to keep the first trip grounded and realistic.

The lake itself

I would start with a few obvious areas and make the lake prove I need more with a little time spent on the best bank cover, any obvious weeds, and the deepest water I can reach because the water itself will tell you more than a long list of generic fishing tips.

Fish to think about

There is not a strong enough fish record for Eske Lake to build a species-specific plan; i would rather leave that blank than send somebody out after a fish that may not be there, and and let the water decide whether that plan holds up.

Where I would put my time

For the opening trip to Eske Lake, I would make every move change one big thing, like depth or cover, instead of just driving to another pretty spot, and I would check the current regulations because a lake page and a regulation book do two different jobs.