Review:

Shawano Lake is a 6,178-acre jewel of a lake in eastern Wisconsin, with an average depth of only 9 feet and a dam along Wolf River, which controls the water level. With plenty of fish, Lake Shawano is a favorite spot for many anglers, who come for walleye, northern pike, and largemouth bass, and there are popular fishing tournaments on the lake every year. The surrounding area is rich in wildlife and is an important resting stop for migrating birds. Hikers through the area can spot bald eagles and redheaded woodpeckers as well as plenty of different species of waterfowl such as geese and ducks. Visitors are permitted to go to private Schumacher Island to observe nesting birds in the shallow marshes. The lake is wonderful for kayaking and canoeing, and there are also nice sandy spots for swimming.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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