South Turtle Lake

   South Turtle Lake is on the Turtle Lake/Winchester Chain of Lakes. It is a shallow 466 acre public lake that is a 13 minute drive from Manitowish Waters. The water has low clarity. South Turtle Lake is part of the Turtle Lake/Winchester Chain with a relatively large surface area of about 460 acres but generally shallow depths and low water clarity. The darker water and shallower basins give it a different personality than nearby clear, deep lakes, creating a more stained-water, weed-oriented feel. Shoreline development is moderate, and the lake is used for fishing, casual cruising, and easy-pace boating more than high-speed watersports. It's a roughly 460-acre, generally shallow lake with low water clarity, giving it a classic stained-water look and strong weed growth. It is used more for fishing, casual cruising, and easy-going pontoon rides than for high-speed watersports. Buyers who do not mind stained water—darker water—often appreciate the relaxed atmosphere and strong sense of being in a "fishy" lake and reliable weed-related fishing opportunities.