Beartrap Lake

Beartrap Lake is a 247-acre public boat access site located near Amery in Polk County, Wisconsin. The lake features a maximum depth of 25 feet and offers a public boat landing for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats. With relatively low water clarity, this is a good destination for anglers pursuing Northern Pike, Walleye, Musky, Largemouth Bass, and Panfish, as well as recreational paddlers and boaters looking to explore a mid-sized inland lake.

This access point is part of a well-developed lake community with multiple public boat landings available around the lake system, allowing paddlers to access different areas for exploration. The calm, sheltered waters make Beartrap Lake suitable for paddlers of various skill levels, though the low water clarity means depth-finding equipment can be helpful for navigation. Summer brings various community activities and events to the lake area, making it a vibrant destination during peak season.