Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area

What's New?

  • New rules to prevent the spread of VHS in Wisconsin waters affect boaters and anglers
  • Big Island Bridge -- new bridge installation September 2 - 4
  • New local ordinances place time-of-day restrictions on the operation of Personal Watercraft (PWC's)

Slip your boat into the water, take it out far enough to lose sight of the landing and look around, you're treated to a view of nature - of wild beauty and all its splendor. Tall stands of pine and birch crowd the shoreline, a pair of loons dive in a quiet bay, and high overhead, a bald eagle circles.

aerial view of Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area This view will remain. The rugged Turtle-Flambeau Flowage will not fall victim to fragmented development along its shores. The scenic beauty and wild character will be preserved for future generations to enjoy.



Maps and Directions

The Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area is located in southern Iron County in far northern Wisconsin. Access from the south is via either U.S. Highway 51 or State Highway 13; access points are off State Highway 182 on the south side of the property or County Highway FF to the north. The property office is located on Highway 51 at the DNR Ranger Station in Mercer.

Contact

For questions and comments about the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area contact:

Property Manager
Department of Natural Resources
5291 N. Statehouse Circle
Mercer, Wisconsin 54547
715.476.7846 or
715.476.2240

Publications

The information contained in the following publications is provided in the web site links above under "Features and Activities." If you need a printed copy please contact the property manager listed above.

Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area - property map and camping rules
The Fishery in the Turtle-Flambeau Flowage [PDF 1403KB] - updated annually with current regulations and information about the fishery
(DNR PUB-LF-020 2008)
Hunting Opportunities in the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area [PDF 672KB] - includes maps of four designated hunter walking trails
(DNR PUB-LF-044 2006)
Birds of the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area [PDF 355KB] - includes a check list of birds found on the property
(DNR PUB-LF-017 2008)
Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area Auto Tour [PDF 3.4MB] - a self guiding tour booklet
(DNR PUB-LF-016 2008)
Guidebook to the Turtle-Flambeau Scenic Waters Area [PDF 2.6MB] - A Young Person's Vacation Funbook
(DNR PUB-LF-018 2003)
Last Revised: Friday August 29 2008