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Is Fishtrap Lake Safe for Swimming?

Fishtrap Lake in Vilas County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 12.2 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 10.7 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.

Key Metrics

MetricValue
Overall GradeA (Excellent)
Water Clarity (Secchi Depth)12.2 ft
Phosphorus10.7 μg/L
LocationVilas County, Wisconsin

How does Fishtrap Lake compare?

With an overall water quality grade of A, Fishtrap Lake matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade C. It ranks #63 of 191 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score.

Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 12.2 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.