The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 5 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
South Turtle Lake
Vilas County, Wisconsin · about 770 acres (1.2 sq mi)
Calm tomorrow morning.
About South Turtle Lake
South Turtle Lake is a lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin, covering about 770 acres.
From end to end it runs about 3.5 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 9.7 miles. At about 1,620 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Lac du Flambeau is about 16 miles south.
- Size
- About 770 acres (1.2 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 9.7 miles
- End to end
- About 3.5 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,620 ft
- County
- Vilas County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise
- 2:45 pm – 4:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:15 am – 8:30 amsunrise · wind 3 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 5 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Lakes like South Turtle Lake in Wisconsin usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, yellow perch and bluegill and sunfish. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake.
- Walleye
- Northern pike
- Largemouth bass
- Yellow perch
- Bluegill and sunfish
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
5 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 6:58 am · sunset 4:28 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near South Turtle Lake
- Lac du Flambeauabout 16 mi south
- Wakefieldabout 16 mi north
- Bessemerabout 18 mi northwest
- Ironwoodabout 20 mi northwest
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Questions about South Turtle Lake
What fish are in South Turtle Lake?
Lakes like South Turtle Lake usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, yellow perch and bluegill and sunfish. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is South Turtle Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is South Turtle Lake?
About 770 acres, with about 9.7 miles of shoreline.
What town is near South Turtle Lake?
Lac du Flambeau is about 16 miles south; Wakefield is about 16 miles north.
Is the water warm enough to swim in South Turtle Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
South Turtle Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
