High Falls Reservoir #5 - Channel

High Falls Reservoir #5 - Channel is a public boat access point on the 1,471-acre High Falls Reservoir in Crivitz, Marinette County. This access site provides entry to a popular recreational lake with a maximum depth of 54 feet, offering paddlers and boaters opportunities to explore numerous bays and coves throughout the reservoir. Parking is available on nearby Wisconsin Public Service property and along angler access roads on state forest property.

The reservoir supports a healthy fishery including musky, panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, and walleye, making it attractive to anglers as well as recreational paddlers. Be aware that the lake experiences moderate to intense recreational boating activity, so paddlers should stay alert and consider visiting during off-peak times for a quieter experience. The Channel access point is conveniently located near Johnson Falls Dam and provides a good launching point for exploring the lake's various features.