Is Wild Rice Lake Deep Safe for Swimming?
Wild Rice Lake Deep in Vilas County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of A (Excellent). Excellent for swimming, crystal clear water with minimal algae. Water clarity: 27.9 ft visibility. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | A (Excellent) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 27.9 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 26 ft |
| Location | Vilas County, Wisconsin |
How does Wild Rice Lake Deep compare?
With an overall water quality grade of A, Wild Rice Lake Deep matches or beats the Wisconsin state average of Grade B. It ranks #108 of 202 lakes in Vilas County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 27.9 feet. That counts as exceptional clarity — sunlight penetrates deep, supporting submerged plants and limiting algae.