North Turtle Lake

Aerial view of North Turtle Lake, a 359 acre lake in Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin
   North Turtle Lake is on the Turtle Lake/Winchester Chain of Lakes. It is a deep 359 acre public lake that is a 14 minute drive from Manitowish Waters. The water is moderately clear. North Turtle Lake forms part of the Turtle Lake/Winchester Chain of Lakes northwest of Manitowish Waters with about 360 acres of relatively deep water and moderate clarity. The lake is large enough for comfortable cruising and some watersports but still feels more like a classic fishing and cabin lake than a high-speed playground. Mixed shoreline development and stands of pine and hardwoods give it a traditional Northwoods look from the water. It's part of the Turtle Lake/Winchester Chain northwest of Manitowish Waters with about 360 acres of relatively deep, moderately clear water. Its size and structure support comfortable cruising and fishing without the intensity of larger resort chains. From the water you see a mix of cabins, homes, and tall pines that feels very classic Northwoods. For buyers, North Turtle offers chain connectivity without the intensity of larger, more heavily trafficked resort chains.
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North Turtle Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 21 Feet
Size: 359 Acres
Max Depth: 58 Feet
Shoreline: 5.00 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 14 Minutes
Chain:Winchester

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Weak
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Very Good
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Winchester
School District: North Lakeland
Tax Rate: $6.01 / $1000
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North Turtle Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

The Turtle/Winchester Chain offers strong multi‑species fishing, with walleyes, muskies, pike, bass, and panfish present, and North Turtle is a key part of that system. Anglers often work the deeper basins and structural features with jigs, live bait, and trolling passes, especially for walleyes and suspended gamefish. Weed edges, points, and neck‑down areas between chain segments are productive spots for bass, pike, and panfish throughout the open‑water season. Because it is a chain lake, fish can move between connected waters, so paying attention to current, wind, and water level changes can tip off where fish will concentrate.

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.

North Turtle Lake public landing
Public boat landing on North Turtle Lake in the Turtle chain, providing ramp access for fishing boats and pontoons on this larger border-area lake.

How big is North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake is 359 acres with 5.00 miles of shoreline.

How deep is North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake has an average depth of 21 feet and a maximum depth of 58 feet.

Does North Turtle Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, North Turtle Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is North Turtle Lake from Manitowish Waters?

North Turtle Lake is 14 minutes from Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake has a water clarity of 7.3 feet.

How long is the shoreline on North Turtle Lake?

The shoreline of North Turtle Lake is about 5.00 miles.

What type of lake is North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

Is North Turtle Lake on a chain of lakes?

Yes, North Turtle Lake is on the Winchester chain of lakes.

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