Dam Lake

View of Dam Lake, the 732 acre lake in St. Germain, Wisconsin

Dam Lake is a 732-acre lake on the Sugar Camp Chain known for its deeper basin and moderately clear water. As one of the larger lakes in the system, it provides ample room for cruising, watersports, and chain travel.

Set off the main highways, it benefits from minimal road noise while remaining within easy driving distance of St. Germain, Eagle River, and Minocqua. The wooded shoreline and stretches of cabin-country development help it retain a Northwoods character despite its size.

Buyers who want chain boating with a slightly more removed and quieter shoreline presence often keep Dam Lake high on their list.

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Dam Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 18 Feet
Size: 732 Acres
Max Depth: 32 Feet
Shoreline: 6.84 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 9 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 5.01
Owners Per Mile: 21.35
Chain:Sugar Camp

Homes for Sale:

Dam Lake
$1,195,000
Dam Lake house picture
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4.0
Sq Ft: 3,901
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Lots for Sale:

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Fishing:
Fish Species:
Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Above Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Spotty
Home Density:
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Great
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Sugar Camp
School District: Three Lakes
Tax Rate: $5.79 / $1000
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Dam Lake contour map
Snowmobile Trails:
Trail 15 runs on the east side of Chain Lake and loops around to the north side of Dam Lake.
ATV Trails:
No nearby routes
St. Germain:
7 mins
Grocery Store
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Eagle River:
15 mins
Grocery Store
Hospital
Minocqua:
29 mins
Grocery Stores
Hospitals

This is a summary based on available information.

Dam Lake supports strong multi‑species fishing, with walleyes, muskies, pike, bass, and panfish all using its deeper basins and ample structure. Anglers work points, humps, and drop‑offs with jigs, rigs, and crankbaits, adjusting depth as fish move through the seasons. Moderately clear water often means the best walleye and musky action comes at dawn, dusk, or on overcast, breezy days. Because it is part of a chain, Dam also acts as a travel corridor, so trolling passes between structural waypoints can be productive for roaming gamefish.

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.

Dam Lake public landing south side
Public boat landing on Dam Lake in the Sugar Camp chain, located on the south side of the lake and offering standard ramp access for fishing boats and pontoons.

How big is Dam Lake?

Dam Lake is 732 acres with 6.84 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Dam Lake?

Dam Lake has an average depth of 18 feet and a maximum depth of 32 feet.

Does Dam Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Dam Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Dam Lake from St. Germain?

Dam Lake is 9 minutes from St. Germain, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Dam Lake?

Dam Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye.

What is the water clarity of Dam Lake?

Dam Lake has a water clarity of 7.8 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Dam Lake?

The shoreline of Dam Lake is about 6.84 miles.

What type of lake is Dam Lake?

Dam Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Dam Lake?

Dam Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

Is Dam Lake on a chain of lakes?

Yes, Dam Lake is on the Sugar Camp chain of lakes.

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