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Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« on: June 14, 2009, 01:16:53 PM »

im going to be camping in the hope area and was wondering if anyone knows which end of this lake would be better to target. I have looked at the depth maps and know the overall size of the lake. im just curious which end i should target when i first get there, the skinny end with the proper boat launch and cabins(looks like on map) or should i target the more wide open end that has a great looking rock shoal (google earth pics) ??

I dont need fly suggestions but if you wanna share feel free  ;)

I ask this because i will be launching from the bad launch along highway 1 instead of driving up to the one end.

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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2009, 05:24:49 PM »

First off, good luck launching on the HWY side, very steep. The north end (Cabin end) has a better place, but they will not allow you to launch unless you are a guest.

Now for the fishing,

I fish there 3-4 times a year for 10 years now, the best places by far are:

-The South end (By the rock Slide). There are a few really nice drop off's as well as one nice small shoal.
-The Oppisite side from the HWY is also good. There are a few smaller bays on that side, and I always have better luck near the points.

I would start at the rock slide end, it has always produced more and larger fish for me.

Good luck, and have fun

Rick Passek
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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #2 on: June 14, 2009, 05:34:34 PM »

Thanks for the heads up Rick. you really think its to steep to launch a Vboat or pontoon ??
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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #3 on: June 14, 2009, 09:03:57 PM »

V-Boat or pontoon should be OK, it is very steep, but you should be able to. There is NO WAY I could get my Spratly down there.

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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #4 on: June 14, 2009, 09:30:03 PM »

I've caught them on small halfbacks. Straight across by the big log/stump that sticks out.
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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #5 on: April 19, 2012, 01:05:42 PM »

anyone ever attempt launching a 14fter at his lake via the highway side??
or just go to thee cabin side, according to rick they wont allow you to.. thoughts?
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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #6 on: April 19, 2012, 03:22:55 PM »

I have with a buddy of mine. It is doable, just a bit tough unless you have a few stronger guys.

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Re: Schkam lake (lake of the woods)
« Reply #7 on: April 19, 2012, 03:51:43 PM »

tnx rick youve been a good help i should be able to do it with my buddy
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