Fifth Lake

Aerial view of Fifth Lake, a 238 acre lake in Rhinelander, Wisconsin
   Fifth Lake is on the Moen Chain of Lakes. It is a very shallow 238 acre public lake that is a 25 minute drive from Rhinelander. The water is moderately clear. Fifth Lake is part of the Moen Chain of Lakes east of Rhinelander, a very shallow, roughly 240-acre lake with moderately clear water. Its location on the chain makes it more of a quiet back bay compared to the busier access lakes, with a strong cabin and fishing feel. It's a shallow, roughly 240-acre lake on the Moen Chain about 25 minutes east of Rhinelander with moderate clarity and a cabin-country shoreline. Being about 25 minutes from town, it offers a balance between accessibility and a more remote, chain-end atmosphere. It serves as a quieter end-of-chain home base for owners who still want to boat through multiple connected lakes. Owners enjoy the ability to wander through the Moen Chain while keeping a calmer shoreline at home.
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Fifth Lake Specs:

Clarity: 3.4 Feet
Avg. Depth: 6 Feet
Size: 238 Acres
Max Depth: 9 Feet
Shoreline: 2.60 Miles
Water Source: Drainage
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 25 Minutes
Chain:Moen

Homes for Sale:

No Current Listings

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Lots for Sale:

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Bottom: Mixed
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level: Average
High Speed: None
Natural Gas: None
Lake Roads: Okay
Cell Coverage: Okay
Boat Launch: Yes
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Stella
School District: Rhinelander
Tax Rate: $13.09 / $1000
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Fifth Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Moen Chain lakes, including Fifth Lake, support walleyes, muskies, pike, bass, and panfish in varied shallow habitats. On Fifth, anglers often concentrate on weedbeds, channels, and edges where it links to other chain segments, using spinners, jigs, and shallow‑running lures. The moderate clarity allows for both natural and slightly brighter presentations. Chain connectivity means fish movements can be substantial, so success often comes from reading wind, current, and seasonal movements between basins.

How big is Fifth Lake?

Fifth Lake is 238 acres with 2.60 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Fifth Lake?

Fifth Lake has an average depth of 6 feet and a maximum depth of 9 feet.

Does Fifth Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Fifth Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Fifth Lake from Rhinelander?

Fifth Lake is 25 minutes from Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Fifth Lake?

Fifth Lake has a water clarity of 3.4 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Fifth Lake?

The shoreline of Fifth Lake is about 2.60 miles.

What type of lake is Fifth Lake?

Fifth Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Fifth Lake?

Fifth Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

Is Fifth Lake on a chain of lakes?

Yes, Fifth Lake is on the Moen chain of lakes.

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