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 The
Turtle-Flambeau Waters Pure, clear, sparkling water - nearly
19,000 acres of it for you to use and enjoy in a variety of ways.
The Turtle-Flambeau Flowage is a result of the 1926 construction
of a dam to create a reservoir. The Turtle-Flambeau Dam harnesses
the power of the Turtle and Flambeau Rivers to generate energy
for the Flambeau Paper Corporation, located 20 miles south on
the Flambeau River. The dam created 18,900 acres of water with
212 miles of winding shoreline. The Turtle-Flambeau Flowage encompasses
nine lakes, three rivers and several creeks, all beautifully free
of pollution.
The
Turtle-Flambeau Flowage invites people who enjoy the solitude
of a vast wilderness in which to pursue their limit of walleye,,
musky and panfish. The roaring rapids of the Flambeau River offer
a more adventurous angling experience, and calm area streams beckon
to trout devotees.
How
to Find Us
The
Turtle Flambeau Flowage is located in Iron County Wisconsin, near
the towns of Mercer and Butternut. About 375 miles from Chicago,
300 miles from Milwaukee, and 275 miles from Minneapolis. Easily
accessable from either U.S. Highway 51 from Mercer (12 miles)
or U.S. Highway 13 from Butternut (17 miles). Take County Highway
FF from either Butternut or Mercer to the Turtle Flambeau Flowage.
Outstanding
Area For Nature Lovers
In
1992, Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson officially recognized
what many already knew of the Turtle Flambeau Flowage when he
designated it as a protected wilderness area, securing its rugged
beauty and unspoiled wild character for generations to come.
The
Turtle-Flambeau Flowage is truly a water wonderland, offering
countless opportunities for swimming, canoeing and kayaking. A
26 mile boat or canoe trip on the north fork of the famous Flambeau
River from the Flowage to the city of Park Falls traverses 23
rapids, providing adventurous visitors with enough whitewater
thrills to hold them over until their next encounter with o one
of America's last unspoiled rivers.
The
Turtle Flambeau Flowage is a natural choice for out door living,
with accommodations for any style of "roughing it".
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