Star Lake

View of Star Lake, the 1206 acre lake in St. Germain, Wisconsin

Star Lake is one of the premier lakes in the region. With over 1,200 acres of deep, exceptionally clear water and more than 10 miles of heavily wooded shoreline, it delivers a true big-water Northwoods experience.

Development is extremely light, with very few homes relative to its size, creating long uninterrupted forested views and a quiet atmosphere even in peak season. Inventory is limited and properties tend to move quickly when available. Star consistently ranks among the top-tier lakes for buyers seeking clear water, privacy, and big-lake presence.

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Star Lake Specs:

Clarity:
Avg. Depth: 23 Feet
Size: 1206 Acres
Max Depth: 68 Feet
Shoreline: 10.97 Miles
Water Source:
Lake Access: Public
Water Color: Deep Blue
Trophic State: Mesotrophic
Time to Town: 20 Minutes
Acres Per Owner: 30.15
Owners Per Mile: 3.65

Homes for Sale:

No Current Listings
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Lots for Sale:

No Current Listings
Fishing:
Fish Species:
Bottom:
Boat Traffic: Low
Noise Level:
High Speed: No
Natural Gas: Yes
Lake Roads:
Cell Coverage: Spotty
Home Density:
Boat Launch: Yes (1)
Lake Grade: Excellent
Rentals on Lake: Yes
Township: Plum Lake
School District: Northland Pines
Tax Rate: $5.92 / $1000
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Star Lake contour map
Biking/Walking/Ski Trails:
Trampers Trails - Various trails around Star Lake and the town of Sayner. Good for hiking and cross country skiing.
Paddling Routes:
No nearby routes, but Star Lake has almost 11 miles of pristine shoreline to explore.
Snowmobile Trails:
The Sayner-Star Lake Barnstormers trail system runs on the north and west sides of the lake.
ATV Trails:
No nearby routes, but Star Lake has almost 11 miles of pristine shoreline to explore.
Nearby State Areas:
St. Germain:
22 mins
Grocery Store
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Boulder Junction:
23 mins
Grocery Store
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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.

Star Lake’s clear, deep water supports walleyes, lake trout or cisco‑based predators in some basins, muskies, bass, and panfish, giving it a true big‑water fishery. Anglers often key on offshore structure, steep breaks, and deep points with jigs, rigs, spoons, and crankbaits, especially when chasing walleyes and trout‑related predators. The exceptional clarity pushes many fish deeper or into low‑light windows, making dawn, dusk, and nighttime fishing particularly productive. For musky and big‑walleye hunters, Star Lake offers an appealing combination of size, water quality, and relatively light fishing pressure.

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.

Star Lake public landing
Public access on Star Lake near the community of Star Lake, with a standard ramp and modest parking used by anglers and small pleasure craft on this deep, clear lake.

How big is Star Lake?

Star Lake is 1206 acres with 10.97 miles of shoreline.

How deep is Star Lake?

Star Lake has an average depth of 23 feet and a maximum depth of 68 feet.

Does Star Lake have a boat launch?

Yes, Star Lake has a public boat launch.

How far is Star Lake from St. Germain?

Star Lake is 20 minutes from St. Germain, Wisconsin.

What fish are in Star Lake?

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

What is the water clarity of Star Lake?

Star Lake has a water clarity of 22.0 feet.

How long is the shoreline on Star Lake?

The shoreline of Star Lake is about 10.97 miles.

What type of lake is Star Lake?

Star Lake is a Drainage lake.

What is the trophic status of Star Lake?

Star Lake is a Mesotrophic lake.

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