Planting Ground Lake

View of Planting Ground Lake, the 1010 acre lake in Three Lakes, Wisconsin
   Planting Ground Lake is the biggest and most popular lake on the Three Lakes Chain. This big 1000 acre lake is popular with fisherman and boaters alike. The Three Lakes/Eagle River Chain is great for all day boat trips. The clarity of Planting Ground Lake is just about 6 feet, which is actually pretty good for the Three Lakes/Eagle River Chain. The average depth is 16 feet and there are about 23 owners per mile of shoreline. Planting Ground Lake is the largest and most popular lake on the Three Lakes Chain with a broad basin and long shoreline that give it a classic "big lake" feel. It sits close to town and acts as a central hub where resort activity, cabin neighborhoods, and everyday boating all overlap, making it the place many people picture when they think of the Three Lakes side of the chain. The lake has room for long pontoon cruises, tubing runs, and open-water fishing, but also tucks small bays and channels along its edges so owners can find quieter corners when they want to. It's the largest and best-known lake on the Three Lakes Chain with a broad basin that hosts everything from long pontoon cruises to resort traffic and all-day fishing. Its size, proximity to town, and connections to other basins make it a natural hub for cabin owners who want both social energy and easy access to quieter corners of the chain. Buyers who choose Planting Ground typically want to be in the middle of the action—easy access to town, plenty of room to roam by boat, and a strong multi-species fishery all in one address.
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Planting Ground Lake Specs:

Clarity: 5.8 Feet
Avg. Depth: 16 Feet
Size: 1010 Acres
Max Depth: 37 Feet
Shoreline: 10.50 Miles
Water Source: Drainage
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Time to Town: 6 Minutes
Chain:Three Lakes
Acres Per Owner: 4.21
Owners Per Mile: 22.86
Homes for Sale:
No Current Listings

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Lots for Sale:
No Current Listings
Fishing: Average
Fish Species: Variety
Bottom: Mostly Sand
Boat Traffic: High
Noise Level: High
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads: Average
Cell Coverage: Good
Home Density: Above Average
Boat Launch: No
Lake Grade: Excellent
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Three Lakes
School District: Three Lakes
Tax Rate: $10.62 / $1000
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Planting Ground Lake contour map
Paddling Routes:
No nearby paddling routes but the Three Lakes/Eagle River Chain of Lakes presents a lot of paddling opportunities.
Snowmobile Trails:
The Three Lakes Trails go right across the lake. The trail system consists of over 180 miles of groomed trails that takes you all over the northwoods. Like all the other trails up north, the trail system connects to other systems giving you access to anywhere you want to go explore on your sled.
ATV Trails:
Currently no routes in town, but there are many ATV trails just a little to the north.
Nearby State Areas:
Three Lakes:
6 mins
Grocery Store
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Eagle River:
12 mins
Grocery Store
Hospital
Times are approximate. I just took a rough average from different points around the lake.

This is a summary based on available information.

Fisheries surveys and angler reports note that Planting Ground Lake holds a full Northwoods mix of muskellunge, walleye, bass, northern pike, and panfish, with muskies and walleyes receiving significant attention. Large bars, points, and channel areas where water moves between Planting Ground and neighboring lakes are classic spots for walleyes and muskies, particularly during low-light periods and in spring and fall transitions. Summer patterns often revolve around 8–14 foot weed edges and breaks, where slip bobbers, jigs, and crankbaits pick off walleyes and panfish while bucktails, rubber baits, and topwaters search for active muskies. For cabin owners, Planting Ground functions as a year-round playbook lake, offering everything from family panfish outings to serious trophy hunting without leaving “home water.”

How big is Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake is 1010 acres with 10.50 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake has an average depth of 16 feet and a maximum depth of 37 feet.

Does Planting Ground Lake have a boat launch?

No, Planting Ground Lake does not have a public boat launch.

How far is Planting Ground Lake from Three Lakes?

Planting Ground Lake is 6 minutes from Three Lakes, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye.

What is the water clarity of Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake has a water clarity of 5.8 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Planting Ground Lake?

The shoreline of Planting Ground Lake is about 10.50 miles.

What type of lake is Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Planting Ground Lake?

Planting Ground Lake is a Eutrophic lake.

Is Planting Ground Lake on a chain of lakes?

Yes, Planting Ground Lake is on the Three Lakes chain of lakes.

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