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Apple LakeSt. Croix County, WI
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Interactive depth contours5-foot typical interval · Modeled depth estimate · Not a survey · Not for navigation
Source: LakeList depth modelmedium confidence · QA passed · Select a contour to inspect its mapped depthModeled depth estimate: contours computed from the lake's shoreline shape and its documented 32-ft maximum depth (depth grows with distance from shore, calibrated to the documented mean depth where available). This is a smooth mathematical model, not a survey - real holes, bars, and drop-offs will differ. Community sonar (C-MAP Genesis) overlays where recorded. Not for navigation.LakeList assistant
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Fishing forecast
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Water temperature
Apple Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
74°FWarm
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Comfortable summer pattern. Bass and panfish are active; early and late hours beat the midday heat.
Estimates are modeled, not measured. Actual temperatures vary with depth, wind mixing, and recent weather — verify conditions before swimming, boating, or heading onto ice.
DNR water check
Water quality quick take
Historical volunteer-monitoring record for this lake.
Last sampled date unknown
Individual readings are not retained for this lake — the index below is what the monitoring record summarizes.
69 five-year summer trophic state index · Eutrophic. Nutrient-rich, greener water — more algae and plant growth, common in shallower lakes.
Apple Lake - Deep HoleStation 563056 · TSI based on chlorophyll
Historical record only — no current water-quality data exists for this lake. LakeList verified 2026-07-12.Official Wisconsin information
Plan with DNR sources
LakeList links to the authoritative record so you can verify maps, rules, and current notices before leaving.
Historical DNR depth maps1 converted map sheetView DNR depth mapHistorical map · not for navigationFishing regulationsVerify current seasons, limits, and restrictionsOfficial DNR lake pageFacts, advisories, boating, and water qualityWater quality reportsMonitoring stations, clarity, and DNR reportsInvasive speciesVerified, observed, and historical AIS recordsBoating ordinancesLocal slow-no-wake and water-use restrictionsFish consumption advisoriesStatewide and waterbody-specific health guidance
Historical depth maps are not for navigation. Verify regulations and access at the official source before your trip.
Historical Wisconsin DNR maps
Apple Lake depth maps
1 converted map sheet. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Apple Lake · sheet 1
Pan, zoom, and inspect the converted Wisconsin DNR historical map image in the browser. Historical survey — not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin DNR · WBIC 2499000 · image navigation only; spatial alignment pending · Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
Source: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Converted for browser access with source URLs, checksums, and retrieval dates retained. Historical lake maps are not for navigation.
110surface acres
32max depth feet
1public access points
45.1808, -92.6154latitude, longitude
Access
Public access points
Boat launchApple Lake - Access45.17657, -92.61296Managed by Wisconsin DNR
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Nearby
Trip-planning places
CampgroundRiver's Edge Apple River Tubing & Camping4.0 miles away
LodgingApple River Inn4.2 miles away
CampgroundCampground4.6 miles away
Fishery
Notable species
Largemouth BassPanfishNorthern PikeWalleye
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2024, when 550 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2024
WalleyeChippewa/St. Croix · Large Fingerling
5507.1 in average
2022
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5497.8 in average
2020
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5496.7 in average
2018
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5496.3 in average
2017
Largemouth BassUnspecified · Large Fingerling
49,9622.1 in average
2017
Northern PikeMud Lake - Madison Chain Of Lakes · Large Fingerling
2329.2 in average
2016
Largemouth BassUnspecified · Large Fingerling
8,2472.2 in average
2016
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5497.6 in average
2015
Largemouth BassUnspecified · Large Fingerling
4,1241.9 in average
2014
BluegillUpper Mississippi River · Small Fingerling
7,0001.9 in average
2014
Largemouth BassUnspecified · Large Fingerling
3,2253.2 in average
2014
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
5506.6 in average
Showing the 12 most recent records from 13 published entries.
Depth FAQ
How deep is Apple Lake?
Apple Lake is 32 feet deep at its deepest point and averages about 13 feet, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Apple Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Apple Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Apple Lake depth map come from?
The interactive depth contours are derived from LakeList depth model. Each contour set passes a visual QA review against the source document before it is published. The depths are a modeled estimate calibrated to the lake's documented maximum depth - not a survey, and not for navigation.
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Where this lake data comes from
Wisconsin DNR Lake Mapsname, coordinates, county, source identifiers
LakeList record updated 2026-07-20
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