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Recreation Region: Great Divide District

Lake Three Recreation Area

The Lake Three boat ramp is open.

General Information

Offices: Hayward

Address: 10650 Nyman Ave. Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-4821
Hours: Monday - Friday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.cnnfadmin@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.31779

Longitude: -90.85659

Directions

From Mellen:

  • Drive west on Highway GG 8 miles to FR 187 (Mineral Lake Rd).
  • Turn right (north) on FR 187 and follow it 3 miles to the T intersection with FR 198 (Pine Stump Corner).
  • Turn right (north) and continue 0.7 miles to the campground sign.
  • Turn right into the campground.

From Clam Lake:

  • Drive northwest on Highways GG & M and in 0.1 miles turn right (north) on GG and drive 11.3 miles to FR 187 (Mineral Lake Rd).
  • Turn left (north) on FR 187 and follow it 3 miles to the T intersection with FR 198 (Pine Stump Corner).
  • Turn right (north) and continue 0.7 miles to the campground sign.
  • Turn right into the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Boating - Motorized Info

A boat launch provides access to Lake Three.

Boating - Non-Motorized Info

Lake Three provides access for canoeing, kayaking, paddling and many other non-motorized activities.

Fishing - Lake & Pond Info

Lake Three is primarily a bass and panfish lake. You can also find brook trout.

Backpacking Info

A small parking area across from Lake Three is maintained by the North Country Trail Association providing access to the North Country National Scenic Trail for backpacking and hiking.

Last updated March 25, 2025