Pike Lake
Pike Lake in Sawyer County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 7.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.6 µg/L. Maximum depth: 17 ft. Surface area: 42 acres.
- Clarity
- 7.6 ft
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Area
- 42 acres
- Type
- Mesotrophic
- Trend
- ↑ Improving
- Public access
- Yes
Next lake in Sawyer County
Pike Lake is a 42-acre mesotrophic lake in Sawyer County, Wisconsin with a maximum depth of 17 feet. Water quality is graded C based on 2 sampling years through 2024. Overall water quality is improving over recent sampling years. The lake supports 3 documented fish species including Panfish, Largemouth Bass, and Walleye. Public access is available with 1 public boat landing. Compared to the 44 other monitored lakes in Sawyer County, Pike Lake ranks #34 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Wisconsin DNR Surface Water, last sampled 2024-09-10. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyModerate
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C (Fair)
Moderate clarity, visible to about 7.6 ft. Phosphorus level: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 5.6 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 50.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7.6 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 30.5 µg/L | Fair |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 5.6 µg/L | Good |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 50 | Mesotrophic |
Moderate nutrients, good water quality
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Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 17 ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
Lake Size & Watershed
Size, shoreline, and watershed area from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS).
Recreation & Access
- Chippewa LakePublic
Fish Species
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Fishing Pike Lake
WI DNR Lake Profile
Authoritative data from the Wisconsin DNR LakePages. 1 station on file (most recent sample 1979).
Fish Species (DNR-rated)
Water Quality Trend: ↑ Improving
Based on 5 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↑ Improving | +0.56 m/yr | 5 |
| Phosphorus | → Stable | 0 µg/L/yr | 5 |
| Chlorophyll-a | ↑ Improving | -1.64 µg/L/yr | 5 |
County Ranking
Ranked #34 of 45 lakes in Sawyer County
Nearby Lakes With Higher Grades
Pike Lake holds Grade C. 3 nearby lakes hold higher nutrient-and-algae grades — useful for a swim day, not a reason to skip lodging here.
See full comparison →Nearby Lakes in Sawyer County
Frequently asked questions about Pike Lake
What is the water quality grade for Pike Lake?
- Pike Lake in Sawyer County, Wisconsin has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 7.6 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 30.5 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 5.6 µg/L. Maximum depth: 17 ft. Surface area: 42 acres.
Is Pike Lake safe to swim in?
- Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Pike Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 5.6 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
How deep is Pike Lake?
- Pike Lake has a maximum depth of 17 feet. The lake covers 42 acres.
What fish are in Pike Lake?
- Fish species found in Pike Lake include Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Walleye. Pike Lake is located in Sawyer County, Wisconsin.
Are there boat ramps on Pike Lake?
- Pike Lake has 1 documented boat landing in the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory. Named access points include Chippewa Lake. Public access is listed as yes.
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Where this data comes from
70 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2020–2024. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Lac Courte Oreilles (Tribal)
LCOWIS_WQX70 samples · 2020–2024
Analytical methods
- 4500 P E ~ Phosphorus in Water by Colorimetry- Ascorbic Acid Method
- 4500 P F ~ Phosphorus in Water by Colorimetry Automated Ascorbic Acid Method
- 2320 B ~ Alkalinity by Gran Titration
- 4500 P E ~ Phosphorus by Ascorbic Acid
- 10200 H ~ Chlorophyll a-b-c Determination
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Lake size & watershed from HydroLAKES (HydroSHEDS)
Fish and recreation data from Wisconsin DNR Lakes
Named boat-access points from the USGS National Boat Ramps inventory