Cisco Lake

Gogebic County, Michigan

Cisco Lake is in Watersmeet Township, Michigan, and isn't far from the Wisconsin border. Marquette, the largest city in the state's upper peninsula, is around 130 miles away.

The Aspirus Ironwood Hospital is 43.6 miles away, and the Rhinelander–Oneida County Airport in Wisconsin is under 80 miles away.

Residents heading into town can visit the Riverside Plaza and a variety of local restaurants, such as Road House Grill.

On the Water Fun

Spanning 567 acres and with a max depth of 20 feet, Cisco Lake has all the joys of a large lake while maintaining the atmosphere of a small lake.

The water is part of the Cisco Chain of Lakes, which encompasses 14 lakes in Michigan and Wisconsin. There are public access points along the various lakes for easy access.

Popular activities include boating, kayaking, canoeing, watersports, swimming, fishing, and enjoying the views.

Anglers can find walleye, muskellunge, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, perch, rock bass, bluegill, crappie, and more.

Visit Marquette

Listed among the 10 best places to retire in the United States by CBS MoneyWatch, Marquette is a great place to visit for a weekend city adventure.

The Marquette Harbor Lighthouse is the oldest major structure in the city and is one of the most historic navigation beacons on Lake Superior. It was critical to the development of the Great Lakes iron ore trade.

The DeVos Art Museum is part of the School of Art and Design at Northern Michigan University. The museum is free to the public and has a permanent collection of over 1,500 items.

Presque Isle Park is a 323-acre forested peninsula that extends into the waters of Lake Superior. It's a beautiful spot for hiking, nature watching, biking, sunset views, and relaxation.

After a busy day of exploring, dine at one of the delicious options in the city. Popular options include Jean Kay's Pasties, Lagniappe Cajun Creole Eatery, Portside Inn, Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill, and Donckers.

Calm and Relaxing

Those looking for a place to unwind will love living on Cisco Lake.