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Katinka LakeVilas 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 60-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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Water temperature
Katinka Lake water temperature today
Modeled surface-temperature estimate built from seasonal climate, lake depth, and live National Weather Service air temperatures near this lake.
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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
From Wisconsin DNR / Citizen Lake Monitoring readings at Katinka Lake - Deep Hole.
Last sampled May 2024
Through 2024, very clear water — summer clarity of 19.8 ft puts it among the clearest tenth of monitored Wisconsin lakes.
Based on July–August 2023 averages across 2 volunteer readings.Water claritySecchi disk depth
19.8 ftJul–Aug 2023 avg (2 readings)
Crystal clearStable since 2015
Clearer than 98% of 596 monitored Wisconsin lakes with current readings.
No recent algae readings — last measured 2010. No recent nutrient readings — last measured 2010.
All readings by year · station details · methodology
Summer averages (July/August)
July/August means; counts in parentheses show how many samples went into each average.
| Year | Secchi | Chlorophyll-a | Total phosphorus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 19.8 ft (2) | — | — |
| 2022 | 17.3 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2020 | 14.3 ft (2) | — | — |
| 2019 | 18.5 ft (2) | — | — |
| 2018 | 13.8 ft (2) | — | — |
| 2017 | 13.5 ft (1) | — | — |
| 2016 | 13.4 ft (4) | — | — |
| 2015 | 14.1 ft (2) | — | — |
| 2014 | 13.3 ft (4) | — | — |
| 2013 | 17.0 ft (1) | — | — |
Latest individual samples: Secchi 24.4 ft (2024-05-26), chlorophyll-a 1 µg/L (2010-07-06), and total phosphorus 7 µg/L (2010-07-06).
Secchi clarity is how deep a black-and-white disk stays visible from the surface — more feet means clearer water.
Chlorophyll-a is an algae pigment; higher values signal more algae in the water column.
Total phosphorus is a nutrient that feeds algae and aquatic plants. It is not a weed survey — depth, bottom type, water movement, and management change the actual lake experience.
Katinka Lake - Deep HoleStation 643235
Modeled from DNR/CLMN monitoring — not a safety or swim-condition report. Verify current conditions locally. 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 maps2 converted map sheetsView 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
Katinka Lake depth maps
2 converted map sheets. These historical surveys are not for navigation.
Navigable depth map
Katinka 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 2957000 · 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.
170surface acres
60max depth feet
0public access points
46.2049, -89.7938latitude, longitude
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Public access points
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Fishery
Notable species
MuskyPanfishLargemouth BassSmallmouth BassWalleye
Wisconsin DNR stocking
Fish stocking history
The latest published year is 2024, when 730 fish were recorded across 1 entry.
2024
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
7306.0 in average
2022
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
8506.0 in average
2019
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
8476.0 in average
2016
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
8007.0 in average
2015
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
7987.0 in average
2014
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
9997.0 in average
2013
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
8006.0 in average
2011
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
8006.0 in average
2010
WalleyeMississippi Headwaters · Large Fingerling
7976.0 in average
Depth FAQ
How deep is Katinka Lake?
Katinka Lake is 60 feet deep at its deepest point, according to Wisconsin DNR records.
Is there a free depth map of Katinka Lake?
Yes. LakeList publishes a free interactive depth contour map of Katinka Lake at a typical 5-foot interval, with an optional 3D underwater view, derived from LakeList depth model survey data.
Where does the Katinka 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 2026-07-14
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