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Lake Kegonsa - Stoughton

Wisconsin

Lake Kegonsa - Stoughton, Wisconsin

Also known by the name Yahara Chain of Lakes, Lake Kegonsa - Stoughton real estate is considered a limited supply market for lake homes and lake lots in Wisconsin.

There are typically very few lake homes for sale on Lake Kegonsa - Stoughton at any given time. The lake will usually have very few lake lots and land for sale.

This lake is one of Wisconsin's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 10 miles.

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About Lake Kegonsa - Stoughton

Located in Dane County, Wisconsin

Lake Kegonsa is a 3,200-acre lake with the deepest point reaching 32 feet. There are several nearby airports like Dane County Regional Airport (25 min), UW Med Flight (32 min), and Middleton Municipal Airport (31 min). Also, the hospitals closest are Edgerton Hospital & Health Services (22 min) and Stoughton Hospital (13 min).

Life on the Lake

Lake Kegonsa is a large lake that can host a wide choice of water sports. The area is also home to Lake Kegonsa State Park. The state park is open year-round and has a swimming beach, picnic areas, boat launches, and trials. The lake also boasts a large selection of aquatic life for anglers to catch like, musky, panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike, walleye, and catfish.

What is Nearby

Thankfully whenever your time away from the lake, Dane County has you covered. Dane County provides attractions nearby, Screamin Acres Haunted Houses (18 min), McFarland Historical Society (12 min), and Aldo Leopold Nature Center (20 min). After all the fun, families can enjoy close-by restaurants like Arby’s (8 min), Springers (3 min), and Mcfarland House Cafe (12 min). Likewise, shoppers can enjoy a short trip to stores like Next Generation of Stoughton (14 min), Diamonds Select (13 min), and Cheesers (13 min).

Why Choose Lake Kegonsa?

Lake Kegonsa is an experience to behold with much to offer you and your family. It gives a fantastic experience from the safety of your backdoor.

Lake Overview

  • 10mi. of Shoreline
  • 14ft. Avg. Depth
  • 31ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    State Park (Some)
  • Dam Name
    LaFollette Dam
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    3,140
  • Public Boat Ramps
    3

Information

  • Counties: Dane County
  • Fish: Largemouth Bass, Walleye, White Bass
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Notable events: Catfish River Music Festival. START Annual Celebration Event and Gala.
  • Sailing clubs: Lake Kegonsa Sailing Club (LKSC)
  • Interesting facts: Lake Kegonsa is the southernmost of the four lakes in the Yahara chain. The town of Stoughton, WI Lake Kegonsa's home contains an active historical society and district.
  • Known for: The abundance and different types of fish it houses.
  • History: Lake Kegonsa was formed during the most recent ice age. In the 1880's developers started building summer cottages around the lakes, a practice that has expanded today. The LaFollette Dam was completed in 1938 to control the water levels of Lake Kegonsa.
  • Landmarks: Lake Kegonsa State Park
  • Other notes: Member of the Yahara chain of lakes along with five others connected by the Yahara River.

Restrictions

-- Dane County Ordinance Chapter 71 requires certain motorized vehicles operated on lakes within Dane County to be equipped with flotation.

Nearby

Hospitals
(608) 873-6611
900 Ridge St
Stoughton, WI 53589
Airports
General Mitchell International Airport
5300 S Howell Ave
88 miles away
Dane County Regional Airport
4000 International Ln
15 miles away