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Boating - Non-Motorized

The forest features more than 2,000 lakes and more than 600 of them are larger than 10 acres. There are more than 100 boat ramps and nearly 60 walk-in trails that provide access to the lakes larger than 10 acres.

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Kentuck Lake Recreation Area

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Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Water Activities Winter Sports Scenic Drives
If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or enjoy a variety of water activities with the family, try Kentuck Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River.The Kentuck Lake…

Lac Vieux Desert Recreation Area

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Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Water Activities Scenic Drives
Camp here and you'll be at the headwaters of the Wisconsin River! You'll also be on a lake that has been "home" to Chippewa (Ojibwa) American Indians for centuries. This 4,017-acre lake is one of…

Lake Owen Recreation Area

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Water Activities Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
Lake Owen Recreation Area is located on the 1,323 acre Lake Owen that has crystal clear water, excellent fishing and swimming. There is a swim beach and shelter/chalet at the northern end of the…

Laura and Gordon Lake Recreation Area

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With two beautiful clear water lakes, undeveloped shoreline, Laura Lake Campground provides an exceptional camping opportunity.Campsites are located on the southwestern shore of 110-acre Laura Lake.…

Laurel Lake Recreation Area

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Winter Sports Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
If you are looking for a base camp to enjoy water recreation activities, try Laurel Lake Recreation Area off Highway 32 east of Three Lakes.The Laurel Lake Recreation Area on the Eagle River-Florence…

Lauterman National Recreation Area

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Hiking Biking Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Water Activities
If you are looking for a recreation area to explore trails or camp, try the Lauterman National Recreation Area off Highway 70 west of Florence.The Lauterman National Recreation Area on the…

Long Lake Recreation Area

Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Hiking Picnicking Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning
The Long Lake Recreation Area features two picnic areas and a swim beach with buoys on 32-acre Long Lake, a clear-water lake just west of Washburn on Forest Road 251.There is a large picnic area…

Lost Lake Cabins

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Eight rustic cabins are available to rent in a remote forested setting near the Lost Lake Campground. These cabins are located in a group setting and can provide a quiet get-away for an individual,…

Lost Lake Recreation Area

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Hiking Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Winter Sports Biking
If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or a rustic campground with a family atmosphere, try the Lost Lake Recreation Area off highway 70 west of Florence.The Lost Lake Recreation…

Last updated April 2, 2025