{"product_id":"perch-bayfield","title":"Perch Lake in Bayfield County, Wisconsin","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePerch Lake in Bayfield County, Wisconsin\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003ePerch Lake is a pristine 69-acre natural lake nestled within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), featuring exceptionally deep cold water plunging to a remarkable maximum depth of 77 feet and approximately two miles of scenic shoreline surrounded by virgin hemlock forests. The lake's bottom composition consists of gravel (30 percent), sand (30 percent), muck (25 percent), and rock (15 percent), creating diverse habitat structure perfect for the trout fishery. This exceptional coldwater gem supports excellent populations of Trout thriving in the deep, cold waters, along with healthy populations of Panfish including Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Yellow Perch, plus Largemouth Bass creating exceptional fishing opportunities year-round. Local anglers rave about ice fishing for \"a few nice trout through the ice\" during winter months when the lake becomes a popular ice fishing destination. With a developed boat ramp and dock at the North Loop of Perch Lake Recreation Area providing convenient access, parking for up to five vehicles with trailers, and a designated swimming area where campers can access the clear waters for summer recreation, the lake is perfect for fishing, small boat recreation, kayaking, canoeing, swimming in the refreshing waters under the hemlock canopy, and exceptional ice fishing when Wisconsin winters transform the 77-foot depths into a frozen wonderland\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocated within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest's 1.5 million acres just 5.5 miles north of the charming community of Drummond (population 490) in southeastern Bayfield County, Perch Lake sits at the heart of northwestern Wisconsin's outdoor recreation paradise. The lake is the centerpiece of Perch Lake Recreation Area, a family-favorite campground featuring 16 first-come, first-served campsites divided between North Loop (10 sites in hemlock stands) and South Loop (6 quieter sites), with each site including defined parking spurs, fire rings, and picnic tables, plus vault toilets, drinking water, and sites accommodating RVs up to 35 feet. The surrounding area offers exceptional attractions including the adjacent Rainbow Lake Wilderness directly across Delta-Drummond Road perfect for quiet wilderness hiking when ATV traffic subsides, the North Country National Scenic Trail providing endless hiking opportunities through pristine national forest, world-class trout fishing in the White River State Fishery Area just south of the campground, Rust-Owen Reservoir, and the legendary CAMBA (Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association) trail system with over 300 miles of singletrack making it one of America's premier mountain biking destinations. Visitors can explore nearby Drummond for firewood and supplies, enjoy the frequent loon calls echoing across the 72-acre lake except at 3:00 AM, discover the famous Namekagon River as part of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, fish the Pike Chain and Eau Claire Chain of Lakes, explore Lake Superior's shoreline just 30 miles north including the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore with 21 islands and sea caves, visit charming Bayfield with its apple orchards and ferry service to Madeline Island, and experience Hayward's National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame. The area provides year-round recreation with ATV trails directly accessible from Delta-Drummond Road (though traffic can be loud), extensive snowmobile trails throughout Bayfield County's 1,476 square miles, cross-country skiing, hunting opportunities, plus easy access to Ashland, Cable, and the entire Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest where northern Wisconsin's pristine wilderness meets world-class outdoor recreation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis charming handcrafted laser-cut wooden topographical map of Perch Lake would make a delightful addition to your Drummond-area cabin, Chequamegon National Forest retreat, or home, celebrating your connection to this exceptionally deep 69-acre trout gem with a remarkable 77-foot maximum depth. The artistic design features a natural wood top layer that beautifully frames the intimate lake's shape surrounded by virgin hemlock forests with approximately two miles of shoreline, the North Loop camping area with boat ramp, dock, and swimming access, and the South Loop's quieter camping experience on opposite shores, while the water depths are represented through a dramatic gradient flowing from light blue in the shallower areas to rich deep blue plunging to the impressive 77-foot maximum depth, making it one of the deepest small lakes in northwestern Wisconsin. Every bay, the developed boat launch with trailer parking for five vehicles, the swimming access area, prime trout fishing zones in the deep cold waters, ice fishing hot spots, and the distinctive features of this national forest treasure are precisely laser-etched into the multi-layered wood construction. This three-dimensional piece of wall art beautifully captures the exceptional depth, coldwater trout fishing heritage, and pristine wilderness character of this beloved Bayfield County gem where hemlock-shaded campsites overlook crystal waters, loons entertain except at 3 AM, and the Rainbow Lake Wilderness provides QUIET solitude when ATV traffic subsides along Delta-Drummond Road just minutes from CAMBA's world-class mountain biking and the White River's legendary trout fishing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmall: 8\"x12\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMedium: 12\"x18\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge: 16\"x24\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtra Large: 20\"x30\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eXX Large: 24\"x36\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGigantic 30\"x45\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHD Extra Large: 20\"x30\" - 15 Layers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHD XX Large: 24\"x36\" - 15 Layers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHD Gigantic 30\"x45\" - 15 Layers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. \" The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, \" XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. 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