South Turtle Lake

**South Turtle Lake** is a 466-acre lake located on the northeastern shore in Presque Isle, Vilas County, offering public boat access via a paved concrete ramp. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 feet, though water clarity is low. This access point serves as a gateway to the Turtle Lake chain, connecting to North Turtle Lake via a water passage under a small bridge downstream.

The ramp features a concrete surface suitable for launching motorboats and larger watercraft, with roadside parking available. Kayakers and canoeists will find ample paddling space on the main lake and can explore the scenic connection to North Turtle Lake. The lake supports a healthy fishery including musky, northern pike, walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, and panfish.

**Nearby camping:** Henry Lake Camp is located within 10 miles and offers first-come, first-served sites. Note that this campground requires visitors to arrive in person to claim a site, with the option to pay via the Recreation.gov mobile app's Scan and Pay feature once on-site.

Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free...

Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

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