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Caldron Falls Reservoir

Stephenson · Lakewood, Wisconsin — Marinette County.

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1,062Surface acres
6Public access sites

Surface area: The USGS National Hydrography Dataset outline (NHD Permanent ID 76156225).

Location & fast facts

Where Caldron Falls Reservoir is in Wisconsin

The red circle marks Caldron Falls Reservoir.

Fast facts

About Caldron Falls Reservoir

  • County: Marinette
  • Shore towns: Stephenson, Lakewood
  • Mapped as: Lake or pond (USGS National Hydrography Dataset)
  • Distance: about 161 mi from Milwaukee and 73 mi from Wausau, straight-line (not driving distance)

Towns and counties: U.S. Census Bureau boundaries overlaid on the USGS lake outline.

Fishing in Wisconsin

Official Wisconsin DNR pages. Rules and fees change; check before you go.

Good for & watch for

Good for

  • Boating. 6 public trailer launches listed (see access)
  • Fishing. Walleye, Musky, Northern Pike and Largemouth Bass
  • Swimming. 1 public beach or swim spot on the map (details)
  • Camping. 9 campgrounds within 15 mi (list)

Watch for

  • Non-native/invasive species. Zebra mussel, Eurasian watermilfoil and Curly-leaf pondweed recorded. Clean, drain and dry your boat and gear.
  • Boat traffic. A public trailer launch means motorboats share the water; expect more traffic on summer weekends.
  • No lifeguard listed. None of our sources lists a staffed lifeguard. Swim at your own risk and watch children closely.
  • Cold water. Water stays cold well into late spring and turns cold again in fall. Wear a life jacket when paddling in the shoulder seasons.

Built only from the data on this page: official access lists, OpenStreetMap beaches and trails, campground listings, state and USGS invasive-species records. We don't rate crowds or water quality.

Official lake data (Wisconsin DNR)

40 ftMaximum depth
1,018Acres (state figure)

Fish species listed by the Wisconsin DNR (with DNR abundance rating): Musky (common), Largemouth Bass (common), Northern Pike (common), Panfish (present), Walleye (present).

Average depth not published.

DNR lake class: Complex - Riverine

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Lake Page for Caldron Falls Reservoir (WBIC 545400); maximum depth and acreage from the DNR lake classification data. Acreage here can differ slightly from our mapped outline.

Lake map

Caldron Falls Reservoir shoreline, boat launches & beaches

Governor Thompson State Park Campground (campground)Boat Launch #10 - North Bay (Boat launch)1Boat Launch #11 - Crandall Creek (Boat launch)2Boat Launch #13 - South Bay (Boat launch)3Boat Launch #8 - Caldron Bay (Boat launch)4Boat Launch #9 - Muskellunge Point (Boat launch)5Boat ramp (Boat launch)6Landing 9 (Beach)71 mileN

Numbers on the map match the list at rightbelow.

Boat launchBeach Campground
  1. 1Boat Launch #10 - North Bay
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  2. 2Boat Launch #11 - Crandall Creek
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  3. 3Boat Launch #13 - South Bay
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  4. 4Boat Launch #8 - Caldron Bay
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  5. 5Boat Launch #9 - Muskellunge Point
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  6. 6Boat ramp
    Boat launch · Stephenson
  7. 7Landing 9
    Beach

Shoreline: USGS National Hydrography Dataset (NHD Waterbody, Permanent ID 76156225), public domain. State outline: U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb. Points: Wisconsin DNR boat access sites and OpenStreetMap boat ramps (ODbL). Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Not for navigation.

Campgrounds near Caldron Falls Reservoir

We found 9 campgrounds and RV parks within 15 miles of Caldron Falls Reservoir, 4 of them within 5 miles. Distances are straight-line from the nearest point on the shoreline, so driving distance is longer.

3 more within 15 miles

All campgrounds & RV parks in Wisconsin

Green tent icons on the lake map mark campgrounds near the shore, and the interactive map shows the closest 12. Amenities are listed only where a source records them; call or check the campground's website before you go, since seasons and rates change every year.

Campground data: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026.

Conditions right now

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Live from the National Weather Service API for the lake's coordinates (45.3589, -88.2429). The nearest station may be several miles away. NWS forecast for Caldron Falls Reservoir. No live water-temperature sensor is shown because we haven't found a public one for this lake.

Sun, moon & best fishing times

Sun & moon at Caldron Falls Reservoir

Best fishing times

Major periodMinor periodDaylight

    Based on solunar theory, an estimate. Major periods (about 2 hours) center on when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot; minor periods (about 1 hour) center on moonrise and moonset. The 0–100 activity score rises during those periods and gets a boost near sunrise and sunset and around the new and full moon. Weather, water temperature and pressure often matter more. Sun and moon times are calculated in your browser from the lake's coordinates with standard astronomy formulas, shown in CT (America/Chicago), and accurate to within a few minutes.

    Boat launches & access sites

    6 public access sites listed, 6 with a boat ramp or trailer launch.

    SiteTownOwnerTypeParkingFeeUsesMap
    Boat Launch #10 - North BayStephensonPeshtigo River State ForestBoat ramp · Gravel ramp——Boating45.3600, -88.2691
    Boat Launch #11 - Crandall CreekStephensonPeshtigo River State ForestBoat ramp · Concrete Plank ramp——Boating45.3642, -88.3048
    Boat Launch #13 - South BayStephensonGov. Thompson State ParkBoat ramp · Concrete Panels ramp——Boating
    Handicap accessible
    45.3449, -88.2486
    Boat Launch #8 - Caldron BayStephensonPeshtigo River State ForestBoat ramp · Concrete Plank ramp——Boating
    Handicap accessible
    45.3532, -88.2330
    Boat Launch #9 - Muskellunge PointStephensonPeshtigo River State ForestBoat ramp · Concrete Panels ramp——Boating
    Handicap accessible
    45.3626, -88.2448
    Boat rampStephenson—Boat ramp (OpenStreetMap) · Yes ramp——Boating45.3633, -88.2467

    Wisconsin DNR boat access sites and OpenStreetMap boat ramps (ODbL)

    Fees, hours and rules change; confirm with the site owner before you go.

    Public beaches

    On OpenStreetMap: 1 beach or swimming spot on the shore of Caldron Falls Reservoir not marked private, residents-only or members-only.

    BeachTypeAccessDirections
    Landing 9BeachAccess not tagged; check posted rulesGet directions

    Beaches: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), within about 150 m (500 ft) of the lake outline. A mapped beach is not a guarantee that swimming is allowed, supervised or safe; some town beaches need a resident sticker even when the map doesn't say so. Check posted rules and water-quality advisories before you swim.

    Non-native/invasive species

    Reported on or near Caldron Falls Reservoir

    Clean, Drain, Dry. Remove plants and mud, drain all water, and dry your boat, trailer and gear before moving to another water.

    USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database

    USGS records matched to this water by location (within about 150 m of the outline) or by the place name in the record. A record shows a sighting was reported; it doesn't prove the species is still there. As of Oct 10, 2026.

    Contact & official info

    Questions about Caldron Falls Reservoir

    How big is Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    Caldron Falls Reservoir covers about 1,062 acres in Stephenson and Lakewood, Wisconsin (Marinette County).

    How deep is Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    The maximum recorded depth is 40 feet, according to the Wisconsin DNR Lake Pages.

    What fish are in Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    Wisconsin DNR Lake Pages lists Walleye, Musky, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass and Panfish.

    Is there a public boat launch on Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    Yes. 6 public trailer launches are listed: Boat Launch #13 - South Bay, Boat Launch #8 - Caldron Bay and Boat Launch #10 - North Bay. Check posted fees and parking rules.

    Can you swim in Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    OpenStreetMap shows 1 public beach or swimming spot on the shore. None of our sources lists a lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and follow posted rules.

    Are there campgrounds near Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    Yes. We list 9 campgrounds and RV parks within 15 miles, 4 of them within 5 miles.

    What towns are on Caldron Falls Reservoir?

    Caldron Falls Reservoir touches Stephenson and Lakewood in Marinette County, Wisconsin.

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