Sparkling Lake

View of Sparkling Lake, the 157 acre lake in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin

Sparkling Lake is a deep, exceptionally clear lake south of Boulder Junction with striking aqua-blue water and a firm swimming bottom. Development is very light, and the shoreline is dominated by forest and open views.

Highway 51 runs along the east shore, so some road noise is present, but for buyers who prioritize water quality and swimming over total silence, Sparkling offers access to one of the highest-quality small lakes in the area.

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Sparkling Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 35 Feet
Size: 157 Acres
Max Depth: 60 Feet
Shoreline: 2.70 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Aqua
Time to Town: 15 Minutes

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Fishing:
Fish Species:
Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Average
Noise Level:
High Speed: Yes
Natural Gas: No
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Good
Home Density:
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Excellent
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Arbor Vitae
School District: Arbor Vitae
Tax Rate: $6.70 / $1000
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Sparkling Lake contour map
Biking/Walking/Ski Trails:
Heart of Vilas County (Boulder Junction) - This 9.7 mile section of the Heart of Vilas County paved trail runs along varying terrain right through Bould Junction. Many scenic viewing areas and a picnic area are along this part of the route.
Paddling Routes:
NHAL Canoe Trip #5 - This paddling route is 19 miles and takes around 12 hours to complete. It starts at White Sand Lake and then goes across a few lakes and has a long run of river paddling. There are several portages along the way. There are also several campsites along the way so you could make this into a real northwoods adventure.
Snowmobile Trails:
The Cross Country Cruisers Trails run just south of Sparkling Lake. This club grooms 90 miles of trails that connect to the rest of the trails in Northern Wisconsin.
ATV Trails:
No nearby trails.
Nearby State Areas:
Trout River State Natural Area

Camp Lake and Pines Natural Area
Boulder Junction:
14 mins
Grocery Store
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Minocqua:
15 mins
Grocery Store
Hospital
Manitowish Waters:
17 mins
Grocery Stores
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Times are approximate. I just took a rough average from different points around the lake.

This is a summary based on available information.

Clear, moderately deep forest lakes like Spectacle typically support panfish, bass, and trout or salmonid stockings depending on management. Deeper pockets and steeper shorelines create opportunities to target cooler‑water species off points and along breaks, while panfish and largemouths use weedlines and shallower bays. Anglers often split their time between working structure for trout or smallmouth with finesse presentations and casting shallower cover for panfish and largemouth. For cabin owners, Spectacle offers a mix of family‑friendly fishing and more technical, clear‑water opportunities, all within a quiet, heavily wooded backdrop.

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.

Sparkling Lake Landing
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Public landing along the east shore of Sparkling Lake off Highway 51, used by swimmers, paddlers, and trailer boats. Paved ramp with a small adjoining lot; convenient roadside access but noise and traffic make it better suited to smaller groups and off-peak visits.

How big is Sparkling Lake?

Sparkling Lake is 157 acres with 2.70 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Sparkling Lake?

Sparkling Lake has an average depth of 35 feet and a maximum depth of 60 feet.

Does Sparkling Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Sparkling Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Sparkling Lake from Boulder Junction?

Sparkling Lake is 15 minutes from Boulder Junction, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Sparkling Lake?

Sparkling Lake contains a Variety of fish species including Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye.

What is the water clarity of Sparkling Lake?

Sparkling Lake has a water clarity of 15.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Sparkling Lake?

The shoreline of Sparkling Lake is about 2.70 miles.

What type of lake is Sparkling Lake?

Sparkling Lake is a Seepage lake.

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