The 5 Best Lakes for Family Water Fun in Wisconsin
Are you already searching for great places for family vacations this summer? Here are some great lakes you should plan to visit in Wisconsin.
Ready for Summer Fun in Wisconsin
I usually don't mind the winter season, but the bitter cold we have experienced the last few days in Illinois broke me.
I may not be ready to put my hoodies and sweatpants away for the season yet, but the time has come to start envisioning summer fun.
My family's cabin in Rome, Wisconsin is usually where we spend most of our free time during the summer, but occasionally we like to venture off those waters to someplace new. Some might argue that any lake is a great place to spend a day, and I agree with that, BUT when you've have two young kids who love to swim and tube, finding the best lakes for swimming and water sports is key.
Best Wisconsin Lakes for Water Sports and Swimming
When looking for fun lakes to visit in Wisconsin, I came across and article on getmyboat.com that listed some of the best lakes in Wisconsin broken down by categories.
The article lists the best lakes for fishing, the prettiest lakes, the lakes with the clearest water, and they also had a list of the best lakes for swimming and water sports, which I zeroes in on right away.
Here are the best lakes for swimming and water sports according to Get My Boat:
1. Lake Mendota in Madison - This is Madison's largest lake with some pretty stellar views of the capital. It also has a great beach for swimming and sunbathing, and you can also rent boats, paddleboards, etc. for a full day of fun on the water.
2. Elkhart Lake in Rhine - Elkhart Lake is a spring-fed lake which makes the water very clear for swimming. They also have paddleboards and other water sport equipment available for rent, and there are a few family-friendly resorts on the lake to stay at while you visit.
3. Lake Monona in Madison - This lake is located in Madison's downtown district which is full of great things to do, see, and eat! Lake Monona is also a popular place for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding.
4. Geneva Lake in Lake Geneva - Lake Geneva is a fabulous place to take the family at any time during the year, but in the summer months it is bursting with water fun!
5. Nagawicka Lake in Delafield - Located just outside of Milwaukee, this lake is great for swimming, water skiing, tubing, and even sailing!
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