Wisconsin Lakes

Lisa Conley on Lac La Belle Lake and the Milfoil Masters from Minocqua-Hazelhurst-Lake Tomahawk Middle School are Earth Day Heroes, featured in this special DNR news story: Celebrating Our Earth Day Anniversary.

Excerpt from this new publication:
If you are thinking about buying waterfront property in Wisconsin, this guide is meant for you. A little time invested in learning about waterfront living will pay back sizable dividends in matching your expectations to the realities.

This guide provides:

• Ideas to consider before you start your property search
• Considerations to help you decide on the right lake or river
• Factors to help you choose just the right property

Choosing the Right Waterfront Property [PDF, 2.63 MB].

Why is the water level so low in some lakes? What causes the blue-green scum you see on some lakes? What causes that "root beer" color in some lakes? How does a lot of boat traffic affect the water quality of a lake? Where can I learn more about the threat of invasive species to Wisconsin's lakes?