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Access Site WI

Beaver Lake

Beaver Lake

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Marengo, WI
County: Ashland County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.29882173, -90.90247963
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About This Access Site
**Location & Access:**
Beaver Lake is a 313-acre lake located in Marengo, Ashland County, Wisconsin. This public access point provides boaters, kayakers, and canoeists with a convenient launch onto the lake. The site is situated in the scenic Northwoods region, near the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and within reach of the North Country National Scenic Trail.

**Lake Conditions & Recreation:**
Beaver Lake offers a peaceful paddling environment with a maximum depth of 46 feet. The lake is fed by the Beaver Dam River and supports a healthy population of fish species including bass, northern pike, walleye, and panfish, making it popular with anglers. Wildlife viewing opportunities are good, with beavers, muskrats, and other aquatic animals present. The lake supports multiple recreational activities including boating, fishing, and swimming.

**Facilities & Planning:**
While specific amenities at this particular access point aren't detailed, the lake has several public boat landings around its perimeter. For current information about parking, ramp conditions, or facilities at this location, contact the Wisconsin DNR at (715) 634-4821 or (715) 264-2511. The nearby Day Lake Campground offers additional services and accommodations for extended visits to the area.
Federal Facility Information
(715) 634-4821 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Day Lake Campground is situated in northwestern Wisconsin, not far from the shores of Lake Superior. The spacious and peaceful Day Lake offers a family-friendly campground with swimming beaches, a boat launch and picnic area. Day Lake is a designated off-road vehicle campground, allowing off-road vehicle use to and from the nearby trails.Recreation
Located in the elk capital of...

Overview
Day Lake Campground is situated in northwestern Wisconsin, not far from the shores of Lake Superior. The spacious and peaceful Day Lake offers a family-friendly campground with swimming beaches, a boat launch and picnic area. Day Lake is a designated off-road vehicle campground, allowing off-road vehicle use to and from the nearby trails.Recreation
Located in the elk capital of Wisconsin, the Day Lake area has activities for everyone. Miles of off-road vehicle, hiking and mountain biking trails are nearby on the Dead Horse Run Off-road Vehicle (ATV/UTV) Trail. A half-mile interpretive trail can be accessed from the campground.

A boat ramp and picnic area with beach access are located two miles south of the campground, on County Highway M.

The 640-acre lake is a popular destination for anglers, with musky, bass and panfish available in abundance. The area is also ideal for kayaking, canoeing and swimming. Elk, eagles, loons and other wildlife are often spotted in the area.Facilities
The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Only the Paper Birch loop has a paved road, while the remainder of roads within the campground are gravel. The parking aprons are grass and dirt.

Each campsite is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and hand pump drinking water are also provided. Trash collection and recycling bins are available at the campground as well.Natural Features
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest offers 845,000 acres of lush landscape dotted with lakes, rivers and streams. Pine, spruce, maple, aspen and balsam forests, as well as extensive jack pine plantations, make up the vegetation.
Nearby Attractions
A general store, bait shop, firewood vendor, fuel and restaurants are located in Clam Lake, about a mile from the campground. The local community club hosts an annual July 4th fireworks display.

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Nearby Recreation Areas
North Country National Scenic Trail Located within
Chequamegon-Nicolet NF Located within