Spirit Lake

Aerial view of Spirit Lake, a 348 acre lake in Three Lakes, Wisconsin
   Spirit Lake is a shallow 348 acre public lake that is a 3 minute drive from Three Lakes. The water is clear. Spirit Lake is a shallow, 348-acre public lake on the Three Lakes Chain, only a few minutes' drive from town and known for its clear water. The shallower basin and clarity give it a brighter, more open look than some of the darker chain lakes, and it often feels a bit more intimate and approachable for paddling and casual cruising. Shoreline development is a mix of cabins and homes, but it remains more relaxed than the busiest hubs with a nice balance between activity and breathing room. It's a 348-acre, relatively shallow and clear lake just a few minutes from Three Lakes, offering bright water and an intimate, easy-to-learn basin. It works well for families who want good swimming and paddling water plus chain access without the full bustle of the largest basins. Buyers who choose Spirit Lake typically want easy town access, good swimming and paddling water, and chain connectivity without the full bustle of the biggest basins.
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Spirit Lake Specs:

Clarity: 15.0 Feet
Avg. Depth: 14 Feet
Size: 348 Acres
Max Depth: 39 Feet
Shoreline: 3.80 Miles
Water Source: Drainage
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Oligotrophic
Time to Town: 3 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 11.6
Owners Per Mile: 7.89

Homes for Sale:

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Bottom: Mostly Sand
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level: High
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads: Poor
Cell Coverage: Spotty
Boat Launch: No
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Three Lakes
School District: Three Lakes
Tax Rate: $10.62 / $1000
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Spirit Lake contour map

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Shallower, clear lakes like Spirit generally support strong panfish and bass populations, along with walleyes, pike, and muskies moving through as part of the chain. Weedlines and modest depth changes play a major role, and many anglers focus on 6–12 foot edges, inside turns, and small points. Early and late in the day, topwaters, crankbaits, and plastics along shoreline weedbeds can be productive for bass and pike, while low-light slip-bobber and jig presentations find walleyes on the outside edges. For cabin owners, Spirit Lake tends to fish like a fun, action-oriented basin that’s easy to learn and pairs well with day trips into deeper neighboring lakes when they want more technical fishing.

How big is Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake is 348 acres with 3.80 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake has an average depth of 14 feet and a maximum depth of 39 feet.

Does Spirit Lake have a boat launch?

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

How far is Spirit Lake from Three Lakes?

Spirit Lake is 3 minutes from Three Lakes, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake has a water clarity of 15.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Spirit Lake?

The shoreline of Spirit Lake is about 3.80 miles.

What type of lake is Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Spirit Lake?

Spirit Lake is a Oligotrophic lake.

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