Best Lakes for Swimming Near Appleton
Wisconsin
9 swimming lakes within driving distance of Appleton, Wisconsin, ranked by water quality and swimming-specific filters. Filtered for grade A or B water quality, low algae (chlorophyll-a under 15 µg/L), and public access. Always check local advisories on the day you swim.
| # | Lake | County | Grade | Distance | Clarity | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oneida Lake | Outagamie | A | 17.7 mi | - | - |
| 2 | Bear Lake | Waupaca | A | 28 mi | 36.1 ft | 62 ft |
| 3 | Lily Lake | Brown | A | 30 mi | 33.1 ft | 19 ft |
| 4 | White Lake | Waupaca | A | 26.4 mi | 18.9 ft | 10 ft |
| 5 | Quarry Lake | Brown | B | 21.5 mi | 26.2 ft | - |
| 6 | White Lake | Shawano | B | 28.4 mi | 17.6 ft | 11 ft |
| 7 | Wolf Lake | Fond du Lac | B | 29.4 mi | 18 ft | 47 ft |
| 8 | Rush Lake | Winnebago | B | 29.9 mi | 10.7 ft | - |
| 9 | Osnuhsa Lake | Brown | B | 23 mi | 18.4 ft | - |