Shepard Lake

Aerial view of Shepard Lake, a 179 acre lake in Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Shepard Lake is a shallow, roughly 180-acre lake just minutes from Rhinelander with moderately clear water and a compact, residential shoreline.

Its close-to-town location makes it convenient for everyday use, but it functions primarily as a practical neighborhood lake rather than a destination waterbody.

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Shepard Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 10 Feet
Size: 179 Acres
Max Depth: 18 Feet
Shoreline: 2.10 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Eutrophic
Time to Town: 3 Minutes

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Shepard Lake
$695,000
Shepard Lake house picture
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2.0
Sq Ft: 2,953
Rhinelander

   Enjoy Northwoods lake living on private Shepard Lake in Rhinelander! This 5BR, 2BA home on a dead-end road offers nearly 3,000 sq ft and 161’ of sandy frontage—ideal for swimming, boating, and relaxing. Great lake views from throughout create a true up-north fe…

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Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Good
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Pine Lake
School District: Rhinelander
Tax Rate: $10.04 / $1000
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Shepard Lake contour map

This is a summary based on available information.

Shepard Lake’s shallow, moderately clear water supports panfish, bass, and pike, with some walleyes possible, similar to many nearby small lakes. Anglers typically fish weedlines, docks, and small points with jigs, plastics, and simple live‑bait rigs. Because the lake is small and close to town, it’s easy to learn and friendly for smaller craft. Low‑light periods and light chop often improve the bite, especially for larger predators roaming the edges.

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.

Shepard Lake public landing
Public landing on Shepard Lake near Rhinelander, with a basic ramp and modest parking that mainly serves local anglers and small boats.

How big is Shepard Lake?

Shepard Lake is 179 acres with 2.10 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Shepard Lake?

Shepard Lake has an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of 18 feet.

Does Shepard Lake have a boat launch?

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

How far is Shepard Lake from Rhinelander?

Shepard Lake is 3 minutes from Rhinelander, Wisconsin.

What is the water clarity of Shepard Lake?

Shepard Lake has a water clarity of 4.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Shepard Lake?

The shoreline of Shepard Lake is about 2.10 miles.

What type of lake is Shepard Lake?

Shepard Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Shepard Lake?

Shepard Lake is a Eutrophic lake.

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