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Surrounded on all sides by the beautiful Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest, Lake Namakagon is a great Wisconsin Northwoods getaway. The Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest is over a million acres of Wisconsin's beautiful Northwoods, and the forest is a restoration success. By the late 1800's the Great North Woods were practically gone. They had been logged into nonexistence by the timber barons. The forests were replanted by the Civilian Conservation Corps and protected as a national forest. As a result they will be enjoyed for generations. Originally two separate national forests, the Chequamegon Forest and the Nicolet Forest have been managed together since 1993. Lake Namakagon is on the Chequamegon side, pronounced "Sha Wom Again" and Ojibwa for long strip of land. The forest has miles of trails for hiking, biking, cross country skiing, and snowmobiles. There is also good hunting for white tailed deer, black bear, ruffled grouse and water fowl.
Lake Namakagon is at the headwaters of the Namakagon River, portions of which are part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. The Riverway contains 252 miles of the Namakagon and St. Croix Rivers that are protected for recreation. It is a great way to explore the area by kayak or canoe. There is a dam owned by the Town of Namakagon on the west side of Lake Namakagon. Completed in 1926, the Namakagon Dam helps regulate water levels on the lake. With over 3,000 acres of water, there is plenty of room to explore by boat, kayak or canoe. Sailing and water skiing are also popular, and there are boat rentals and several public boat launches. Quiet boats can explore Lake Namakagon's many bays and islands, including Paines Island where local pairs of eagles nest in the spring.
A Class A muskie lake, Lake Namakagon is one of only three lakes in Wisconsin managed as a trophy muskie lake. Anglers regularly pull 40 pound fish from the waters, and any muskie angler is sure to find the lake worth the challenge. There are also healthy populations of walleye, northern pike, bluegill, crappie, and largemouth and smallmouth bass. In the winter there is ice fishing. Lake Namakagon is a good all around fishing lake and an exceptional muskie lake.
Winter is also time for the American Birkebeiner Cross Country Ski Race. Held in the National Forest, the multi day race draws visitors from all over. The Chequamegon Fat Tire Bike Race is also held every year and brings in thousands of contestants and spectators. There are restaurants and resorts around the lake. In addition, Lake Namakagon is near Cable in southern Bayfield County. Visitors can find any amenities they might want there including golf and shopping and complete range of accommodations.
Whether it is exploring the Wisconsin Northwoods, pulling fish from the lake, or simply listening to the loons call across the water, Lake Namakagon has something to please everyone. This beautiful lake is sure to become a repeat destination for anglers and anyone who loves the outdoors.
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