Mineral Lake Recreation Area
Mineral Lake Recreation area features a boat landing providing access to 256-acre Mineral Lake, approximately 10 miles west of Mellen, on County Highway GG.
Mineral Lake offers musky, bass, walleye, and panfish. Eagle watching is a favorite activity on this lake. There is an eagle’s nest on the west shore of Mineral Lake. A picnic area and boat launch are located one mile north on Forest Road 187.
Mineral Lake Recreation Area is near Morgan Falls, St. Peter’s Dome, and Brunsweiller Semi-primitive Non-motorized Area.
At a Glance
Usage: | Heavy |
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Closest Towns: | Mellen, WI. |
General Information
Directions:From Mellen drive west on County Highway GG 8.7 miles to Forest Road 187 and turn right and drive. 0.3 miles to the recreation area.
From Clam Lake drive northwest on County Highways GG & M and in 0.1 miles turn right (north) on Highway GG and drive 10.4 miles to Forest Road 187. Turn left (west) and drive 0.3 miles to the recreation area.
Activities
Lake and Pond Fishing
Mineral Lake Recreation area is located on the 256-acre Mineral Lake.
Fish Species | musky, bass, walleye, and panfish |
Boating - Motorized
A boat launch is located one mile north on Forest Road 187.
Boating - Non-Motorized
Mineral Lake provides visitors opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and paddling.
Alerts & Warnings
- Closure on FR 238/Cherryville RD in Barksdale beginning on 9/30/2024
- Water levels reduced on the Mondeaux Flowage starting on 9/30
- Recreation areas, trails, and roads open after recovery from 2019 windstorm
- Prescribed Burning Planned for FY2024
- Closure on Forest Road 1666 (Black Lake Road) for motorized vehicles
- Safety reminders for hunting season
- Aquatic Invasive Species decontamination required at Lake Owen and Two Lakes