Lake Alice in Lincoln County, Wisconsin
Lake Alice in Lincoln County, Wisconsin
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Lake Alice in Lincoln County, Wisconsin
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Lake Alice is a 1,438-acre flowage reservoir created in 1911 when King's Dam was completed across the Wisconsin River to power massive electric generators for a pulp mill, with the lake named after a young angler named Alice who was fishing nearby when construction workers overheard her friends refer to the new impoundment as Alice's Lake, and the name stuck. The lake reaches a maximum depth of 32 feet and features a diverse bottom composition of sand comprising 65 percent, muck at 25 percent, gravel at 7 percent, and rock at 3 percent, creating varied habitat throughout the basin. The lake is fed by the Wisconsin River entering from the north and drains out through King's Dam on the west side into the Wisconsin River and downstream Lake Mohawksin, making it a classic drainage lake ideal for both warmwater and coolwater fish species. Lake Alice supports exceptional populations of muskellunge, northern pike, walleye, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and outstanding panfish including perch, bluegills, and crappies that make it one of Lincoln County's most popular fishing destinations year-round. The lake is notorious for its hazardous navigation due to expansive stump fields and partially submerged logs beneath the surface that can move daily and pose dangers to boaters, requiring intimate knowledge of these underwater obstacles to safely travel from one area to another. Multiple public boat landings on Horseshoe Road off Highway A, Shorewood Circle Drive, and Birch Road provide convenient access, while the 8 miles of scenic shoreline offer excellent opportunities for paddling, kayaking, boating, and exploring beautiful bays and inlets surrounded by northern Wisconsin forest
Lake Alice is located within minutes of the historic City of Tomahawk in Lincoln County, positioned in the heart of Wisconsin's legendary Northwoods where over a century of logging, railroading, and outdoor recreation heritage blend seamlessly with modern amenities. The Tomahawk area features the historic Log Cabin Museum built in 1927 showcasing exhibits on logging, farming, and railroad history, the Hiawatha Trail connecting multiple communities through forests and wetlands perfect for hiking and winter snowmobiling, Sara Park with playgrounds and recreational facilities, and unique attractions like Kelley Castle open during Harley weekend in September. Nearby Lincoln County offers outstanding fly fishing along the Prairie River where a state-record brook trout was caught, while anglers can explore additional premier fishing waters including Lake Alexander and Lake Mohawksin for muskie, walleye, bass, pike, and panfish. Just minutes away, neighboring Oneida County provides access to over 1,100 lakes including the massive 3,100-acre Rainbow Flowage impoundment of the Wisconsin River, championship golf courses, the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest with hundreds of miles of trails, Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo with over 1,700 animals, Northwoods Zip Line featuring Wisconsin's largest zip line canopy, craft breweries and wineries, the Snowmobile Hall of Fame in St. Germain, and vibrant communities including Minocqua, Rhinelander, and Lake Tomahawk offering shopping, dining, and authentic Northwoods hospitality. Winter visitors enjoy world-class snowmobiling on over 1,000 miles of groomed trails, excellent ice fishing through thick ice, cross-country skiing through pristine forests, and unique events like Lake Tomahawk's famous snowshoe baseball games, while summer brings Fourth of July fireworks, classic car shows, and endless opportunities for water sports, wildlife viewing including bald eagles and white-tailed deer, and experiencing the timeless beauty of Wisconsin's magnificent north country
This handcrafted laser-cut wooden lake map of Lake Alice would make a stunning focal point for your Wisconsin cabin, Northwoods retreat, or any space celebrating your connection to Lincoln County's rich logging heritage and the legendary Wisconsin River corridor. The multi-layered design beautifully captures the lake's substantial 1,438-acre flowage with its distinctive irregular shape created by the historic 1911 King's Dam, the varying depths reaching 32 feet, the submerged stump fields creating unique underwater structure and habitat, and the 8 miles of scenic shoreline dotted with bays and points perfect for exploring by boat or kayak. With its natural wood top layer and gradient blue water layers transitioning from light to dark blue representing the river-fed waters, this rustic yet refined piece creates sophisticated elegance that perfectly complements traditional Wisconsin northwoods lodge decor, contemporary lake house interiors, or classic fishing cabin aesthetics. Whether you're celebrating the lake's fascinating century-old history named after young Alice, memorable fishing trips landing trophy muskellunge and walleye, successful panfish expeditions catching limits of perch and crappies, navigating safely through the legendary stump fields that test every angler's skill, peaceful summer evenings on the water, or winter ice fishing adventures, this personalized wooden map becomes a treasured conversation piece and makes an exceptional gift for anglers, lake enthusiasts, property owners, history buffs, or anyone who cherishes their memories of Lake Alice and the enduring spirit of Tomahawk's Northwoods heritage along the mighty Wisconsin River
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
Cribbage Boards - 10"x14" - Your choice of Maple or Cherry wood, 2 or 3 runs, and your choice of peg colors.
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About our Maps
Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.
- Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
- True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
- More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
- Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
- Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames
These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.
Horn Dog Maps vs Others
True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes
Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7
Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these actually 3D or just engraved?
These are true 3D layered maps.
- Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
- Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
- HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers
Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.
Where are these made?
Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.
- Design
- Cutting
- Painting
- Assembly
- Frame building
The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.
Do you use real depth data?
Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.
I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.
Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?
Most marketplace sellers:
- Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
- Have no connection to the lakes
- Cannot verify accuracy
- Have long delays if a file is not available
This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.
Because I design everything myself:
- I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
- You get a more accurate map, faster
What is your lead time?
Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.
Tell me about the Cribbage Boards
These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.
- Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
- The lake is engraved as if drained
- Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent
You can see:
- Channels
- Humps
- Points
- Structure
Additional features:
- 2 or 3 track options
- Choice of peg colors
- Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
- Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table
It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.