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Wabikon Lake Access

Wabikon Lake

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

City: Laona, WI
County: Forest County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.56850680, -88.78685558
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About This Access Site
Wabikon Lake is a 513-acre public access point located in Forest County near Laona, Wisconsin. The boat ramp provides launch access to this scenic lake, which features a maximum depth of 15 feet and is surrounded by forested hills and marshy shorelines. The access point is located on the north end of the lake off Potawatomi Trail near US Highway 8, making it relatively easy to find.

This lake is popular with anglers targeting musky, northern pike, largemouth bass, and panfish, making it a good destination for fishing-focused paddlers and boaters. The moderate size and shallow maximum depth make Wabikon Lake suitable for recreational kayaking and canoeing. Nearby Richardson Lake Campground (located about 5 miles away) offers 26 campsites and can be reserved through Recreation.gov for paddlers looking to extend their trip; contact 715-674-4481 for reservations or facility information.
Federal Facility Information
715-674-4481 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in...

Overview
Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in search of wildlife along the shoreline.Recreation
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and canoeing.Facilities
Richardson Lake Campground offers 26 campsites of various sizes that can accommodate tents and RVs. Drinking water, vault toilets, swim beach, and boat landing are also provided at this location.Natural Features
The campground lies in a lush maple dominated northern hardwood forest on the south shore of 47-acre Richardson Lake. Richardson Lake Campground is best known for its spectacular fall color.
Nearby Attractions
The communities of Wabeno to the east and Crandon to the north offer some services and community events throughout the year.

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Nearby Campgrounds (1 within 10 miles)
RICHARDSON LAKE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable