Best Lakes for Swimming Near Wausau
Wisconsin
13 swimming lakes within driving distance of Wausau, 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 | Big Bass Lake | Marathon | A | 19 mi | 19.7 ft | 13 ft |
| 2 | Glisezinski Lake | Portage | A | 22.2 mi | 29.5 ft | - |
| 3 | South Twin Lake | Portage | A | 24.6 mi | 16.4 ft | 9 ft |
| 4 | Unnamed Lake | Portage | A | 28.3 mi | - | - |
| 5 | Lake Susan | Portage | A | 28.6 mi | 26.2 ft | 24 ft |
| 6 | Unknown Lake | Shawano | A | 29 mi | 16.4 ft | - |
| 7 | Pike Lake | Marathon | A | 17.1 mi | 16.4 ft | 34 ft |
| 8 | Lake Pesobic | Lincoln | A | 17.6 mi | 23 ft | - |
| 9 | Tree Lake | Portage | A | 26.4 mi | 24 ft | 33 ft |
| 10 | Collins Lake | Portage | A | 28.6 mi | 19.4 ft | 56 ft |
| 11 | Moose Lake | Langlade | A | 29.5 mi | 32 ft | 20 ft |
| 12 | Joanis Lake | Portage | B | 29.5 mi | - | - |
| 13 | Jordan Pond | Portage | B | 27 mi | 11.5 ft | 7 ft |