Dog Lake

Aerial view of Dog Lake, a 202 acre lake in Three Lakes, Wisconsin
   Dog Lake is one of the southern most lakes on the Three Lakes Chain of Lakes. It is a smaller lake so most of the boat traffic it sees is passing through to the bigger lakes that surround it. This is one of the southernmost lakes on the Three Lakes Chain, a smaller connecting basin where most boat traffic is passing through to the bigger lakes that surround it. Its compact size and location make it feel like a quiet link rather than a destination in itself, with modest development and mostly low-speed boat use. That keeps wakes modest and the shoreline relatively quiet, making it a comfortable home bay for cabins that still sit on fully navigable chain water. For many owners, it functions as a calm home bay where wakes stay small and everything feels close, while the broader chain is only a short idle away. Buyers who are comfortable with a smaller basin often appreciate Dog Lake's sheltered feel and the convenience of being tied into the chain without living on its busiest water.
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Dog Lake Specs:

Clarity: 3.5 Feet
Avg. Depth: 8 Feet
Size: 202 Acres
Max Depth: 22 Feet
Shoreline: 3.64 Miles
Water Source: Drainage
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Time to Town: 10 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 3.42
Owners Per Mile: 16.21
Chain:Three Lakes

Homes for Sale:

No Current Listings

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Lots for Sale:

No Current Listings
Fishing: Average
Fish Species: Variety
Bottom: Mixed
Boat Traffic: High
Noise Level: Average +
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads: Average
Cell Coverage: Good
Home Density: Average
Boat Launch: No
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Three Lakes
School District: Three Lakes
Tax Rate: $10.62 / $1000
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Dog Lake contour map
Snowmobile Trails:
The Three Lakes Trail System runs just to the west of the lake.
ATV Trails:
Currently no routes in town, but there are many ATV trails just a little to the north.
Three Lakes:
10 mins
Grocery Store
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This is a summary based on available information.

Dog Lake carries the chain’s typical species mix, but its role as a small connector basin means panfish, bass, and pike are especially prominent, with muskies and walleyes moving through along channels and deeper cuts. Weedlines and channel edges are key areas, and many anglers treat Dog as a spot to make a few targeted passes on the way to or from larger nearby lakes. Shallow flats and inside turns can produce panfish and bass, while slightly deeper routes between basins hold roaming predators in low-light periods. For cabin owners, Dog Lake offers easy, close-in action with the option to slide into adjoining lakes whenever they want more space or a specific species focus.

How big is Dog Lake?

Dog Lake is 202 acres with 3.64 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Dog Lake?

Dog Lake has an average depth of 8 feet and a maximum depth of 22 feet.

Does Dog Lake have a boat launch?

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

How far is Dog Lake from Three Lakes?

Dog Lake is 10 minutes from Three Lakes, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Dog Lake?

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

What is the water clarity of Dog Lake?

Dog Lake has a water clarity of 3.5 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Dog Lake?

The shoreline of Dog Lake is about 3.64 miles.

What type of lake is Dog Lake?

Dog Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Dog Lake?

Dog Lake is a Eutrophic lake.

Is Dog Lake on a chain of lakes?

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

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