Deer Lake
Deer Lake is a 177-acre lake on the Three Lakes Chain and home to the historic Northernaire Resort, giving it a long-standing vacation presence. Though smaller and shallow, it connects directly to Big Stone Lake and sits close to Big Lake, functioning as a sheltered side basin within the broader chain.
The compact footprint makes it easy to navigate and well suited to swimming and short cruising runs, while quick access to neighboring lakes allows for longer chain trips. Development is more concentrated near the resort and adjoining properties, reinforcing its established, classic Northwoods atmosphere.
Buyers who choose Deer Lake often appreciate the resort heritage, calmer water, and immediate access to larger chain basins.
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As a chain-linked basin, Deer Lake shares the general muskie, walleye, bass, pike, and panfish mix, but its shallow nature and smaller area make it especially friendly for panfish and largemouth bass. Weedbeds and shoreline structure near the resort and along connecting channels concentrate fish, and many anglers treat Deer as a quick-stop, high-percentage area on the way to or from larger basins. Early and late periods are productive for bass and pike along weed edges and docks, while panfish can be found in shallower pockets and around softer bottom. For cabin and condo owners, Deer Lake offers a very convenient, small-radius fishery where you can catch fish within sight of home and still be minutes from big-water options.
How big is Deer Lake?
Deer Lake is 177 acres with 4.00 miles of shoreline.
How deep is Deer Lake?
Deer Lake has an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of 20 feet.
Does Deer Lake have a boat launch?
No, Deer Lake does not have a public boat launch.
How far is Deer Lake from Three Lakes?
Deer Lake is 7 minutes from Three Lakes, Wisconsin.
What fish are in Deer Lake?
Deer Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye.
What is the water clarity of Deer Lake?
Deer Lake has a water clarity of 4.0 feet.
How long is the shoreline on Deer Lake?
The shoreline of Deer Lake is about 4.00 miles.
What type of lake is Deer Lake?
Deer Lake is a Drainage lake.
What is the trophic status of Deer Lake?
Deer Lake is a Eutrophic lake.
Is Deer Lake on a chain of lakes?
Yes, Deer Lake is on the Three Lakes chain of lakes.
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