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Lake Minocqua
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Location of Lake Minocqua in Wisconsin, USA.
Location of Lake Minocqua in Wisconsin, USA.
Lake Minocqua
Location in Wisconsin
Location of Lake Minocqua in Wisconsin, USA.
Location of Lake Minocqua in Wisconsin, USA.
Lake Minocqua
Location in the United States
Location Oneida County, Wisconsin
Coordinates 45°52′16″N 089°41′44″W / 45.87111°N 89.69556°W / 45.87111; -89.69556
Basin countries United States
Surface area 1,360 acres (550 ha)
Average depth 23 ft (7.0 m)
Max. depth 60 ft (18 m)

Lake Minocqua is a beautiful lake located in northern Oneida County, Wisconsin. It's a pretty big lake, covering about 1,360 acres. That's like more than 1,000 football fields! The lake is usually about 23 feet deep, but in some spots, it can go down to 60 feet. It's a popular place for people to visit and have fun.

Fun Activities at Lake Minocqua

Lake Minocqua is part of a special group of lakes in Northern Wisconsin. This area is often called the "Lakeland" region. Other lakes nearby include Kawaguesaga Lake and Tomahawk Lake. To the north, you'll find the Lac du Flambeau area with many smaller lakes. To the east is the Eagle River, Wisconsin area.

Lake Minocqua is a very popular spot for vacations all year round. Many people visit in the summer and winter months.

Summer Fun

When the weather is warm, people enjoy many outdoor activities on Lake Minocqua. You can go fishing for different kinds of fish. Boating and water-skiing are also very popular. Of course, swimming is a great way to cool off on a hot day. Many families stay at resorts or in summer homes right on the lake.

Winter Adventures

Even when it gets cold, Lake Minocqua is still a busy place! Many visitors come for snowmobiling. The frozen lake and surrounding trails are perfect for this exciting activity. Ice fishing is another favorite winter pastime. People drill holes in the ice and try to catch fish.

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