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The Chicken in the Woods Road boat ramp provides public access to Big Stone Lake, a 607-acre lake in the Three Lakes area of Oneida County. This is a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters looking to explore the lake. The ramp is located at coordinates 45.80300934, -89.08945756 for GPS navigation.
Big Stone Lake offers diverse paddling and fishing opportunities with a maximum depth of 57 feet. Be aware that water clarity is low, which is typical for this region. The lake supports populations of musky, panfish, largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike, and walleye, making it popular with anglers. Paddlers should plan accordingly for visibility conditions on the water.
Several campground options are available within 10 miles of the access site, including Anvil Lake Campground, Laurel Lake Campground, and Luna White Deer Campground—all offering reservable sites for those planning a multi-day paddling trip. This makes the Chicken in the Woods Road access an ideal base for exploring Big Stone Lake and the surrounding Three Lakes area.