Bashaw Lake - Dewey

Located in Burnett County, Wisconsin

Located in the town of Dewey, Bashaw Lake is 90 miles from Duluth and 115 miles from Minneapolis.

The Rice Lake Regional Airport is 41 miles away and offers connecting flights to major airports. The Indianhead Medical Center is 12 miles away and can fulfill all your healthcare needs.

Local grocery options include 20-Mile Organic, Schmitz’s Economart, North Crossing Foods, and Fourwinds Market. For great local restaurants, check out the Timberland Bar and Grill, Northwinds Resort and Bar, and Bistro 63.

Life on the Water

Bashaw Lake features beautiful landscapes and a calm atmosphere. The lake spans 170 acres and has a maximum depth of 16 feet. Residents on these waters enjoy water sports, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, boating, and fishing.

Locals say the fishing in Bashaw Lake is top-notch. Anglers can launch from the public boat ramp and cruise these waters to reel in panfish, largemouth bass, and northern pike.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful natural scenery.

For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular, featuring a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state.

Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours.

Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers fantastic photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way.

When visitors are hungry and heading back home, Duluth has something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

Visit Minneapolis

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.

The Perfect Balance

Living on Bashaw Lake offers the perfect balance of calm lake life and fun weekend trips. It is the ideal location for residents who want to take it easy but still have an adventure right at their fingertips!