Lake trip · Iron County, Wisconsin
Where to stay at Gile Flowage Lake
Gile Flowage Lake covers 3,317 acres in Iron County and carries a water-quality grade of C (Fair). Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below. The grade measures nutrients and algae — it is not a stay-or-skip rating. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Places to stay near Gile Flowage Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Gile Flowage Lake in Iron County, Wisconsin — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
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About the water
Gile Flowage Lake grades C for nutrients and algae — Fair. Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Water clarity is about 4.6 ft of visibility. The letter is not a reason to skip cabins and rentals around the lake.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Gile Flowage Lake
Fishing & license
Species, seasons and access for Wisconsin waters.
Wisconsin fishing license
Anglers under 16 are not required to have a license. First-time buyers and resident anglers age 65+ pay a discounted rate. · Wisconsin's general inland fishing season for game fish (walleye, pike, bass) opens the first Saturday in May and closes the first Sunday in March. Panfish and rough fish are open continuously on most waters.
Prices as published by Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, 2026.
Camping & RV near Gile Flowage Lake
Base your trip at a nearby state park for tent and RV camping and trails, with Gile Flowage Lake a short drive away — or search all public campgrounds and RV sites in the area on Recreation.gov.
- Copper Falls State Park · State Park21.1 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Gile Flowage Lake in Iron County, Wisconsin are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice. Copper Falls State Park is about 21.1 miles away for campground options.
Gile Flowage Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Always check local health-department advisories before swimming.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Gile Flowage Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
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