Oneida Lake

Aerial view of Oneida Lake, a 255 acre lake in Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Oneida Lake is a roughly 255-acre shallow lake west of Rhinelander with darker water and a largely wooded shoreline dotted with cabins.

Its stained-water character and manageable size keep activity moderate, making it a practical choice for anglers and paddlers who prefer a quieter setting over resort-style traffic.

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Oneida Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 10 Feet
Size: 255 Acres
Max Depth: 34 Feet
Shoreline: 2.28 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Time to Town: 27 Minutes

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: None
Natural Gas: None
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Okay
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Woodboro
School District: Rhinelander
Tax Rate: $8.48 / $1000
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Oneida Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Oneida’s shallow, dark water favors panfish, bass, and pike, with walleyes also present in some similar Oneida County lakes. Anglers typically work weedbeds, shoreline breaks, and any slightly deeper pockets with spinnerbaits, jigs, and live bait. Because visibility is limited, fish often remain in accessible depths throughout the day, which is helpful for casual anglers. The quieter setting and manageable size also make it appealing for smaller boats and paddlers.

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.

Oneida Lake public landing
Public boat landing on Oneida Lake in Oneida County, with a hard-surface ramp and modest parking used by anglers and pontoon boaters.

How big is Oneida Lake?

Oneida Lake is 255 acres with 2.28 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Oneida Lake?

Oneida Lake has an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of 34 feet.

Does Oneida Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Oneida Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Oneida Lake from Rhinelander?

Oneida Lake is 27 minutes from Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Oneida Lake?

Oneida Lake has a water clarity of 7.5 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Oneida Lake?

The shoreline of Oneida Lake is about 2.28 miles.

What type of lake is Oneida Lake?

Oneida Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Oneida Lake?

Oneida Lake is a Eutrophic lake.

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