Natural swimming hole
Lake Wissota State Park
Lake · Wisconsin
About this swimming hole
Lake Wissota State Park sits on a 6,300-acre man-made lake on the Chippewa River, with a 285-foot unguarded swimming beach on a quiet arm of the lake. A bathhouse, boat launch, and fishing pier sit nearby, and the park's wooded campsites are popular on summer weekends.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Best season | June-August |
| Fees | WI state park vehicle sticker required |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 6am-11pm daily |
| Parking | state park lots at 18127 County Hwy O |
| Amenities | 285-ft swim beach, bathhouse, boat launch, fishing pier, campground, hiking trails, playground, picnic areas |
| County | Chippewa County |
| Nearest town | Chippewa Falls |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard on duty |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Lake Wissota State Park?
Yes — Lake Wissota State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Wisconsin. Heads-up: no lifeguard on duty. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Lake Wissota State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Lake Wissota State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Lake Wissota State Park?
Reported fee info: WI state park vehicle sticker required. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Lake Wissota State Park?
The best season is typically June-August.