Dead Pike Lake

Aerial view of Dead Pike Lake, a 309 acre lake in Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin

Dead Pike Lake is a 309-acre public lake just eight minutes from Manitowish Waters, known for its notable depth and moderately clear water. The deep basin gives it a slightly cooler, more “big-water” feel than many nearby cottage lakes.

The shoreline remains largely wooded with scattered development, and overall boat traffic tends to stay lighter than on the main chain lakes. Its combination of depth, water quality, and proximity to town creates an appealing blend of convenience and insulation.

Buyers drawn to Dead Pike often want a deeper, more serious fishing and cruising lake that still sits close to town without feeling busy.

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Dead Pike Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 26 Feet
Size: 309 Acres
Max Depth: 81 Feet
Shoreline: 3.84 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Tanned
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 8 Minutes

Homes for Sale:

Dead Pike Lake
$4,500,000
Dead Pike Lake house picture
Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1.0
Sq Ft: 3,089
Manitowish Waters

   A rare legacy property in the heart of Manitowish Waters is ready to welcome its next steward. Offering over 6,000+/- ft ftg on Dead Pike Lake, Stepping Stone Lakes 1 & 2, this remarkable estate spans 322 wooded ac & includes 3 homes. The full-log main home is …

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Below Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: None
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Poor
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Very Good
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Manitowish Waters
School District: North Lakeland
Tax Rate: $5.33 / $1000
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Dead Pike Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Depth and cooler water support a solid fish community including walleyes, pike, bass, and panfish, with some lakes in this class also hosting trout or cisco forage. Anglers often emphasize structure fishing—working steep breaks, points, and offshore humps with jigs, live bait, and deep‑running crankbaits. The moderately clear water rewards careful boat positioning and quieter presentations, especially during sunny conditions. Evening, early morning, and shoulder‑season periods commonly offer the best walleye and pike action as fish slide shallower to feed along edges and flats.

I had AI give me the coordinates for the launches I had on file. They are not super accurate, but should give a rough idea of where you can find the landings. If no coordinates were available at all I didn't link to the map.

Dead Pike Lake public landing
Public access on Dead Pike Lake near Manitowish Waters, with a smaller Northwoods ramp and limited parking serving anglers targeting this deep, clear lake.

How big is Dead Pike Lake?

Dead Pike Lake is 309 acres with 3.84 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Dead Pike Lake?

Dead Pike Lake has an average depth of 26 feet and a maximum depth of 81 feet.

Does Dead Pike Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Dead Pike Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Dead Pike Lake from Manitowish Waters?

Dead Pike Lake is 8 minutes from Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Dead Pike Lake?

Dead Pike Lake has a water clarity of 8.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Dead Pike Lake?

The shoreline of Dead Pike Lake is about 3.84 miles.

What type of lake is Dead Pike Lake?

Dead Pike Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Dead Pike Lake?

Dead Pike Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

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