Top Beaches, Waterfalls & Swimming Spots in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has 12,499 listed water destinations, including beaches, lakes and rivers. Browse them by type below, with ratings, photos and directions for each.
🏖️Top Beaches in Wisconsin
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🏞️Top Lakes in Wisconsin
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4.6(2,181)Lake Michigan
One of the 5 Great Lakes, touching 4 U.S. states & home to Chicago, Milwaukee & Green Bay.
4.7(113)Lake Pepin
Large, natural lake known for its working lighthouse, abundant fish & the birth of water skiing.
4.7(96)Geneva Lake
A walking path encircles this large, tranquil lake, a popular place for swimming & water sports.
4.7(73)Lake Monona
3359-acre lake providing multiple boat landings & public beaches, plus catfish, pike & other fish.
4.7(72)Lake Mendota
Expansive lake with several boat launches & marinas, also popular for winter ice sports.
4.7(41)Lake Wisconsin
Large reservoir offering boating, swimming areas & fishing for walleye, bluegill, bass & more.
🌊Top Rivers in Wisconsin
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