Amery / Lake Wappogasset Area

Located in Polk County, Wisconsin

Lake Wapogasset is located in beautiful Polk County, Wisconsin, a four-hour drive from the heart of downtown Madison. There are several hospitals and medical facilities in the area, including Amery Hospital & Clinic (a 12-minute drive), and Cumberland Memorial Hospital (a 42-minute drive). The nearest airport is the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, which offers commercial flights all year long.

Lake Wapogasset

Lake Wapogasset is very large for the area, sitting at 1,189 acres in size. It is well regarded by local anglers for its wide variety of fish species. These include but are not limited to, Largemouth Bass, Muskie, Northern Pike, Panfish, and Walleye. The conditions on the lake are excellent and provide a great fishing opportunity to novice anglers and experts alike.

Other activities on the lake include boating, watersports, and swimming. A day out on a kayak will provide endless entertainment to guests of all ages, and the boating conditions on the lake are simply breathtaking.

Things to Do

After a long day at the lake, families will be delighted to eat at any of the delicious local restaurants in the Lake Wapogasset area. Waterside Bar & Grill, The Mix-Up, Luminaries Cafe, and Village Pizzeria of Amery all offer a diverse and delectable assortment of meals.

There are several parks and nature preserves near Lake Wapogasset. The miles of hiking trails and campgrounds available in the area will delight the nature lover in the family.

Lake Wapogasset is only a short drive from the heart of Minneapolis, which is well worth a day, or even weekend, trip. There are numerous attractions in Minneapolis, starting with the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

Finally, for outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

Enjoy Your Surroundings

Lake Wapogasset is a beautiful, secluded getaway that will delight you and your family for years to come!