Bass Lake(R)

Aerial view of Bass Lake(R), a 184 acre lake in Rhinelander, Wisconsin
   Bass Lake is on the Rhinelander Chain—a very shallow 184-acre public lake that's a 14-minute drive from Rhinelander with low water clarity and a spring-fed, tucked-back character. At roughly a couple hundred acres with limited depth, it feels intimate and low-key, more about relaxed cabin time than big-water wandering. The shoreline has a semi-private feel with development present but not wall-to-wall, and the modest public profile keeps overall traffic lighter than larger destination lakes. It's a good fit for small boats, pontoons, and paddling, giving cabin owners a mellow, close-to-town spot for swimming and simple, action-oriented fishing that suits families more than high-horsepower runs.
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Bass Lake(R) Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 6 Feet
Size: 184 Acres
Max Depth: 20 Feet
Shoreline: 3.70 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Time to Town: 14 Minutes
Chain:Rhinelander

Homes for Sale:

Bass Lake(R)
$749,900
Bass Lake(R) house picture
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4.0
Sq Ft: 4,618
Rhinelander

   The best of Northwoods living—privacy, space, and lake frontage! Just minutes from Rhinelander, this home offers 130 ft of frontage on Bass Lake, part of the Rhinelander Chain. Inside, enjoy over 4,600+ sq ft with 5 bedrooms and 5 baths. The open-concept great …

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Above Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Good
Home Density:
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Pine Lake
School District: Rhinelander
Tax Rate: $10.04 / $1000

This is a summary based on available information.

Shallow, spring‑influenced water typically supports good panfish and largemouth bass populations, with scattered pike and occasional bonus fish. Anglers tend to work the weedy shorelines, inside turns, and any slightly deeper cuts where cooler inflows or bottom changes provide just enough difference to hold fish. Because the lake is quite shallow, mid‑summer fishing often shifts toward early morning and evening when fish feel more comfortable roaming the flats and are less spooked by light and boat traffic. For cabin owners, that pattern meshes well with everyday use: daytime for swimming and paddling, dawn and dusk for slipping out with a simple selection of weedless bass baits and panfish tackle.

I had AI give me the coordinates for the launches I had on file. They are not super accurate, but should give a rough idea of where you can find the landings. If no coordinates were available at all I didn't link to the map.

Bass Lake public landing (Vilas County)
Public boat landing on Bass Lake in Vilas County providing standard trailer access for fishing boats and pontoons, with a basic ramp and limited parking similar to other small clear-water lakes in the area.

How big is Bass Lake(R)?

Bass Lake(R) is 184 acres with 3.70 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Bass Lake(R)?

Bass Lake(R) has an average depth of 6 feet and a maximum depth of 20 feet.

Does Bass Lake(R) have a boat launch?

No, Bass Lake(R) does not have a public boat launch.

How far is Bass Lake(R) from Rhinelander?

Bass Lake(R) is 14 minutes from Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Bass Lake(R)?

Bass Lake(R) has a water clarity of 5.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Bass Lake(R)?

The shoreline of Bass Lake(R) is about 3.70 miles.

What type of lake is Bass Lake(R)?

Bass Lake(R) is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Bass Lake(R)?

Bass Lake(R) is a Eutrophic lake.

Is Bass Lake(R) on a chain of lakes?

Yes, Bass Lake(R) is on the Rhinelander chain of lakes.

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