Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay is a boat ramp access point on the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, a 12,942-acre reservoir in Mercer, Iron County. This location provides access to one of the region's larger water bodies with depths up to 50 feet, making it suitable for kayaking, canoeing, and motorized boating. The flowage supports a healthy fishery including musky, walleye, northern pike, bass, and panfish.

While Sturgeon Bay offers a launch point to the water, paddlers and boaters should note that **Springstead Landing on the south side is the largest and most developed access site**, featuring a triple-wide concrete ramp with boarding docks and paved parking. Robinson's Landing on the west side mid-lake also provides a concrete ramp with dock and gravel parking. Water levels can fluctuate seasonally, which may affect access at certain locations, particularly Gateway near the Falls during lower water periods. The surrounding area features dense forests and scenic terrain, with multiple campgrounds and picnic areas available for visitors exploring this northern Wisconsin waterway.