Wakesurf Spot · Wisconsin
Des Moines Lake
A 215-acre lake, reaching 37 ft deep in Burnett County, Wisconsin — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Des Moines Lake is a public lake in Burnett County, Wisconsin that covers about 215 acres and reaches roughly 37 ft at its deepest. Being a smaller lake, any wake-boat use hinges on the local ordinance and how busy the water is.
No public access point is listed, so confirm how (and whether) you can legally launch. Its typical warm-weather window runs June–August, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology.
This listing is drawn from state lake records — it reflects size and access, not a track record as a wakesurf venue. Wisconsin sets statewide wake-boat rules, and individual lakes routinely add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits. Check the Wisconsin rules page and the local ordinance before you launch.
Source: Wisconsin DNR — Lakes. Specifications reflect published figures and can change by model year — verify before purchase.
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A 618-acre reservoir, reaching 36 ft deep in Lincoln County, Wisconsin — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
A 720-acre reservoir, reaching 25 ft deep in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
A 283-acre reservoir, reaching 20 ft deep in Rusk County, Wisconsin — large enough for wake boating where local rules allow.
Frequently Asked Questions
The typical warm-weather window at Des Moines Lake runs June–August, based on Open-Meteo 2019–2023 daily-high climatology. Mornings are usually calmest.
Des Moines Lake covers roughly 215 acres and reaches about 37 ft at its deepest, giving it room for a wake-boat setup when conditions cooperate. Public access varies — confirm a launch before you go. Wisconsin sets statewide wakesurf rules, and individual lakes often add no-wake zones, hours, or horsepower limits — check the Wisconsin rules page and the local ordinance before launching. Wisconsin: Local/lake-specific rules only. Always confirm the current local rules before launching.