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Crystal Lake

Bradley, Wisconsin — Lincoln County.

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105Surface acres
1Public access sites

Surface area: The USGS National Hydrography Dataset outline (NHD Permanent ID 70336703).

Location & fast facts

Where Crystal Lake is in Wisconsin

The red circle marks Crystal Lake.

Fast facts

About Crystal Lake

  • County: Lincoln
  • Town: Bradley
  • Mapped as: Lake or pond (USGS National Hydrography Dataset)
  • Distance: about 195 mi from Milwaukee and 40 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

  • Paddling. 1 public access site, no trailer ramp listed
  • Fishing. Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass and Panfish
  • Swimming. 1 public beach or swim spot on the map (details)
  • Camping. 5 campgrounds within 15 mi (list)

Watch for

  • 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)

22 ftMaximum depth
105Acres (state figure)

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

Average depth not published.

DNR lake class: Complex - Cool - Clear

Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Lake Page for Crystal Lake (WBIC 979100); maximum depth and acreage from the DNR lake classification data. Acreage here can differ slightly from our mapped outline.

Lake map

Crystal Lake shoreline, boat launches & beaches

Crystal Lake Carry-In (Cartop / walk-in)1Crystal Beach (Beach)20.1 mileN

Numbers on the map match the list at rightbelow.

Cartop / walk-inBeach
  1. 1Crystal Lake Carry-In
    Cartop / walk-in · Bradley
  2. 2Crystal Beach
    Beach

Shoreline: USGS National Hydrography Dataset (NHD Waterbody, Permanent ID 70336703), public domain. State outline: U.S. Census Bureau TIGERweb. Points: Wisconsin DNR boat access sites. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Not for navigation.

Campgrounds near Crystal Lake

We found 5 campgrounds and RV parks within 15 miles of Crystal Lake, 2 of them within 5 miles. Distances are straight-line from the nearest point on the shoreline, so driving distance is longer.

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: 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 (45.5419, -89.7071). The nearest station may be several miles away. NWS forecast for Crystal Lake. 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 Crystal Lake

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

    1 public access site listed.

    SiteTownOwnerTypeParkingFeeUsesMap
    Crystal Lake Carry-InBradleyTown of BradleyCarry-in (hand launch)——Boating45.5446, -89.7039

    Wisconsin DNR boat access sites

    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 Crystal Lake not marked private, residents-only or members-only.

    BeachTypeAccessDirections
    Crystal BeachBeachAccess 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.

    Contact & official info

    Questions about Crystal Lake

    How big is Crystal Lake?

    Crystal Lake covers about 105 acres in Bradley, Wisconsin (Lincoln County).

    How deep is Crystal Lake?

    The maximum recorded depth is 22 feet, according to the Wisconsin DNR Lake Pages.

    What fish are in Crystal Lake?

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

    Is there a public boat launch on Crystal Lake?

    No trailer ramp is listed, but there is 1 public access site for car-top boats or shore access.

    Can you swim in Crystal Lake?

    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 Crystal Lake?

    Yes. We list 5 campgrounds and RV parks within 15 miles, 2 of them within 5 miles.

    What towns are on Crystal Lake?

    Crystal Lake touches Bradley in Lincoln County, Wisconsin.

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