Little Star Lake

View of Little Star Lake, the 244 acre lake in Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin
   Little Star Lake is the first lake of the Manitowish Waters Chain of Lake. It is smaller than the other lakes, coming in at 244 acres, but has great water quality. The water is deep (31 ft avg depth with a 67 foot max depth) and clear (17.6 feet). Little Star gets less boating traffic than other lakes on the chain because it is smaller. The lake has a wonderful park with a great beach that is open to the public. There are 2.8 acres of water per owner on the lake and about 23 owners per mile of shoreline. The Manitowish Chain is a great chain. It has clear water and is plenty big enough for all types of recreation. There are also restaurants on the chain that can be boated to. Little Star Lake is the first lake on the Manitowish Waters Chain, a smaller, roughly 245-acre lake with deep, very clear water and a more intimate feel than the big centerpiece lakes. Its limited size and high water quality give it a refined, almost jewel-like character with good visibility and attractive shoreline views. It's the first lake on the Manitowish Waters Chain, a roughly 245-acre basin with excellent water clarity and a more intimate, jewel-like feel than the larger chain lakes. Because it is smaller, boat traffic is naturally lighter than on the larger chain lakes, which appeals to paddlers, casual cruisers, and owners who prefer a quieter pace. Boat traffic tends to stay lighter here, which suits paddlers and owners who like a quieter pace while still having chain access. Proximity to the Manitowish Waters airport and Highway 51 makes it convenient for fly-in or drive-up owners who want quick access without a long back-roads drive. Its proximity to Highway 51 and the Manitowish Waters airport makes it especially convenient for fly-in or weekend-trip owners.
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Little Star Lake Specs:

Clarity: 17.6 Feet
Avg. Depth: 31 Feet
Size: 244 Acres
Max Depth: 67 Feet
Shoreline: 3.76 Miles
Water Source: Drainage
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Time to Town: 5 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 2.87
Owners Per Mile: 22.61

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: Average
Noise Level: Above Average
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads: Average
Cell Coverage: Spotty
Boat Launch:
Lake Grade: Excellent
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Manitowish Waters
School District: North Lakeland
Tax Rate: $7.86 / $1000
Biking/Walking/Ski Trails:
Heart of Vilas County (Manitowish Waters) - This biking and hiking trail is 14.5 miles long and meanders from the Manitowish Waters Community Center past The North Lakeland Discovery Center and towards Boulder Junction.

North Lakeland Discovery Center Trails - Biking, Hiking, cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails that total twelve miles in length. The trails go around Statehouse Lake and along the Manitowish River. This trail system connects to the Manitowish Waters Trail.
Paddling Routes:
No nearby paddling routes, but the Manitowish Chain has miles of shoreline and clear waters. It's great for paddling.
Snowmobile Trails:
The Sno-Skeeters trail system runs just to the north of the lake. The Sno-Skeeters groom twenty five miles of groomed trails that connects to other trail systems that allow full access to the whole Northern WI and Michigan Trail network.
ATV Trails:
No nearby routes
Manitowish Waters:
5 mins
Grocery Store
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Boulder Junction:
18 mins
Grocery Store
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This is a summary based on available information.

Little Star participates in the chain’s broad mix of walleye, musky, bass, and panfish but fishes a bit differently because of its smaller footprint and clear, deep water. Anglers often key on drop‑offs, weed edges, and any irregularities in the shoreline or bottom, using subtle presentations to avoid spooking fish in clear conditions. Dawn, dusk, and evening can be prime times for walleyes and bass sliding shallower, while muskies may cruise edges and adjacent basins. Because the lake is smaller, learning a handful of high‑percentage spots can go a long way toward consistent success.

How big is Little Star Lake?

Little Star Lake is 244 acres with 3.76 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Little Star Lake?

Little Star Lake has an average depth of 31 feet and a maximum depth of 67 feet.

Does Little Star Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Little Star Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Little Star Lake from Manitowish Waters?

Little Star Lake is 5 minutes from Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Little Star Lake?

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

What is the water clarity of Little Star Lake?

Little Star Lake has a water clarity of 17.6 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Little Star Lake?

The shoreline of Little Star Lake is about 3.76 miles.

What type of lake is Little Star Lake?

Little Star Lake is a Drainage lake.

Is Little Star Lake on a chain of lakes?

Yes, Little Star Lake is on the Manitowish Waters chain of lakes.

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