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Meder Lake

Meder Lake

Source: wisconsin_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Mellen, WI
County: Ashland County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 46.27217111, -90.64903974
73230 Meder Lake Boat Landing Rd, Mellen, WI 54546, USA
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Minnow Creek near Morse, WI 0.8 mi away
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City Creek near Mellen, WI 1.6 mi away
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About This Access Site
Meder Lake is a 135-acre public access lake located near Mellen in Ashland County, offering a convenient boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The lake has a maximum depth of 10 feet, making it suitable for recreational paddling and fishing. Access is available via a public boat landing off Forest Service Road 187, approximately one mile from the nearby Mineral Lake Campground.

The lake supports a healthy fishery including panfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye, making it popular with anglers. From Mellen, take County Highway GG west about 9 miles toward the Mineral Lake Campground area to locate the access point. The surrounding area is within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, offering additional opportunities for exploring nearby waterways and connecting to the North Country National Scenic Trail for land-based recreation.
Federal Facility Information
715-264-2511 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
We apologize, this campground is currently closed. Recreation
Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities among visitors. A boat ramp to the lake is provided off of Forest Service Road 187, about a mile from the campground.

Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater lake and river species, including musky, bass, walleye and pan fish. Eagle watching is also a...

Overview
We apologize, this campground is currently closed. Recreation
Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities among visitors. A boat ramp to the lake is provided off of Forest Service Road 187, about a mile from the campground.

Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater lake and river species, including musky, bass, walleye and pan fish. Eagle watching is also a popular pastime.

The forest is home to hundreds of miles of off-road vehicle, hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as numerous lakes, ponds and rivers to sink a line or launch a boat. Access to the North Country National Scenic Trail, which traverses thousands of miles from New York to North Dakota, is available nearby.Facilities

Natural Features
The 256-acre Mineral Lake is surrounded by a mixed hardwoods forest. Several campsites overlook the lake and the area is home to a variety of birds, including eagles, and plentiful wildlife.

Nearby Attractions
Morgan Falls and St. Peter's Dome, the highest peak in the forest, are both located nearby and make excellent day trips.

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Nearby Recreation Areas
North Country National Scenic Trail Located within
Chequamegon-Nicolet NF Located within