Spectacle Lake

Located in Vilas County, Wisconsin

Spectacle Lake is a 166-acre lake with a maximum depth of 35 feet located in Vilas County, Wisconsin. This lake can be found 20 minutes South of the Northern Michigan border, making it the perfect place for fishing and adventuring!

Life on the Water

With one public boat landing on its Northern shorelines, Spectacle Lake is open to anyone who wants to fish or partake in watersports! During a day on the water, you may find several species of fish, but most commonly, you will catch panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, trout, and walleye.

Enjoy a day at Spectacle Lake by swimming, kayaking, or water skiing across its beautiful waters!

What's Nearby?

Within a 30-minute drive, residents can dine at 20 local restaurants. With a few options just on the border of Michigan, you can say you’ve dipped your toes into two states all in one trip! If you want a scenic dinner on the shorelines of a local lake, we recommend Dublins for dinner and Sweets, Treats, and More for dessert.

If you’re looking for adventure, Spectacle Lake is the perfect home base for any expedition you can conjure up. You can find unique entertainment just 30 minutes away from your gorgeous lake home that the entire family will enjoy. Whether you want to hike through the trails of Blackjack Springs State Natural Area or live like a pirate for a day at Pirates Hideaway, the fun is never-ending!

Looking to explore Northern Michigan? While there are plenty of trails to venture into, we recommend seeing the gorgeous waterfalls at Wildcat Falls, only 37 miles away.

Hospitals and Transportation

In a 28-minute drive, residents can visit Aspirus Eagle River Hospital: Emergency Department for any 24/7 medical assistance they may need.

For travel accommodations, residents can locate Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport within 43 miles.

Experience Spectacle Lake

Spectacle Lake, appropriately named for its beautiful scenery, is the perfect vacation home or permanent residence for anyone. With plenty to do for the entire family, we know that Vilas County is sure to charm you!