Horsehead Lake

View of Horsehead Lake, the 250 acre lake in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin

Horsehead Lake is a shallow, 250-acre public lake about 20 minutes from Boulder Junction with moderately clear water and a mostly quiet shoreline. Its modest size and lightly developed setting give it a relaxed, local-cabin feel rather than a busy resort vibe.

The approachable basins make it well suited for paddling, small boats, swimming, and close-to-shore panfish and bass fishing. Buyers who focus on Horsehead typically value tranquility and simplicity over big-water acreage or chain connectivity.

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Horsehead Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 13 Feet
Size: 250 Acres
Max Depth: 24 Feet
Shoreline: 4.07 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 22 Minutes

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: None
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Spotty
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Very Good
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Presque Isle
School District: North Lakeland
Tax Rate: $5.12 / $1000
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Horsehead Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Shallow, moderately clear lakes like Horsehead often support good panfish and bass populations along with northern pike, with fish relating strongly to weedbeds and shoreline structure. Anglers typically work weed edges, small points, and any deeper pockets with jigs, live bait under floats, and small crankbaits. Early and late periods can bring active topwater and shallow-crank bites, while brighter hours favor slower presentations along the outer weedline. For cabin owners, Horsehead offers a forgiving, action-oriented fishery where simple tackle and short outings can consistently produce bites for family and guests.

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.

Horsehead Lake public landing
Public landing on Horsehead Lake near Presque Isle, likely a gravel or older hard-surface ramp with limited parking in keeping with this lightly developed forest lake.

How big is Horsehead Lake?

Horsehead Lake is 250 acres with 4.07 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Horsehead Lake?

Horsehead Lake has an average depth of 13 feet and a maximum depth of 24 feet.

Does Horsehead Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Horsehead Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Horsehead Lake from Boulder Junction?

Horsehead Lake is 22 minutes from Boulder Junction, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Horsehead Lake?

Horsehead Lake has a water clarity of 13.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Horsehead Lake?

The shoreline of Horsehead Lake is about 4.07 miles.

What type of lake is Horsehead Lake?

Horsehead Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Horsehead Lake?

Horsehead Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

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