Access Site
WI
Potato Lake
City: Chetek, WI
County: Rusk County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.32626599, -91.43948387
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Flambeau River near Bruce, WI
7.5 mi away
Chippewa River near Bruce, WI
7.6 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Potato Lake is a 540-acre lake in Rusk County offering public boat access near Chetek. This is a solid destination for paddlers and anglers looking to explore a medium-sized northern Wisconsin lake. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 feet and is home to a variety of fish species including musky, walleye, northern pike, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish. Note that the lake has low water clarity, which is typical for this region.
The access site provides a boat ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized craft. Non-motorized watercraft like kayaks and canoes are ideal for this lake. If you're planning to visit, be aware that permits may be required—check locally for current permit requirements and any associated fees before launching.
The access site provides a boat ramp suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorized craft. Non-motorized watercraft like kayaks and canoes are ideal for this lake. If you're planning to visit, be aware that permits may be required—check locally for current permit requirements and any associated fees before launching.