Madeline Lake

Aerial view of Madeline Lake, a 172 acre lake in Minocqua, Wisconsin

Madeline Lake is a 172-acre shallow public lake just minutes from Minocqua. With lower clarity and a practical footprint, it functions more as a convenient everyday lake than a showcase destination.

It works well for close-to-town fishing and casual boating, particularly for owners who value access and simplicity over trophy-water aesthetics.

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Madeline Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 9 Feet
Size: 172 Acres
Max Depth: 17 Feet
Shoreline: 3.11 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Greenish
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Town:Minocqua
Time to Town: 9 Minutes

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Okay
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Woodruff
School District: Lakeland Union
Tax Rate: $8.64 / $1000
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Madeline Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Shallow, low-clarity lakes like Madeline typically harbor strong panfish and bass populations, along with pike and sometimes walleye. Anglers commonly work weedy shorelines and any slightly deeper pockets or channels, using lures that move water or create vibration to help fish find them in stained conditions. The lake’s convenience and forgiving nature make it well suited to quick after-work trips and family outings.

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.

Madeline Lake public landing
Public access on Madeline Lake near Arbor Vitae/Woodruff, with a typical hard-surface ramp and modest parking used by local residents and anglers.

How big is Madeline Lake?

Madeline Lake is 172 acres with 3.11 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Madeline Lake?

Madeline Lake has an average depth of 9 feet and a maximum depth of 17 feet.

Does Madeline Lake have a boat launch?

No, Madeline Lake does not have a public boat launch.

How far is Madeline Lake from Minocqua?

Madeline Lake is 9 minutes from Minocqua, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Madeline Lake?

Madeline Lake has a water clarity of 8.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Madeline Lake?

The shoreline of Madeline Lake is about 3.11 miles.

What type of lake is Madeline Lake?

Madeline Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Madeline Lake?

Madeline Lake is a Eutrophic lake.

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