Big Kitten Lake

Located in Vilas County, Wisconsin

Big Kitten Lake is only 36 miles from the Aspirus Eagle River Hospital, and Three Lakes Municipal Airport 40D is 50 miles away.

Coontail Market is an excellent grocery shopping choice; it's only 5 miles away. As a bonus, you are only 137 miles away from Marquette, Minnesota.

Lake Days

Big Kitten Lake is 50 acres and offers endless things to do under the sun, and when it comes to fishing, you are sure to find Musky, Panfish, and Largemouth Bass.

You can swim, canoe, kayak, paddleboard, and tube while on your boat for water-based activities. Finally, if you are more of a land person, you can have a lovely stroll around the perimeter of the lake or have a picnic with the family.

Around the Town

Now, suppose you get hungry while staying in the Presque Isle area. In that case, these spots are a must: Sayner Pub, Headwaters Restaurant & Tavern, Granary Restaurant, Aqualand Ale House, Gooch's A-1 Bar & Grill Ice Shanty Drive-In.

Once you have had your fill, you can see some sights the town offers. Like Claire d' Loon, The Hodag, Vilas County Historical Museum, Northwoods Zip Line, Wildwood Wildlife Park Zoo & Safari. All within 45 minutes from the lake.

Visit Marquette

Marquette is listed among the 10 best places to retire in the United States by CBS MoneyWatch.

The Marquette Harbor Lighthouse is the oldest large structure in the city and a historic navigation beacon on Lake Superior. It was critical to the development of the Great Lakes iron ore trade.

The DeVos Art Museum is part of the School of Art and Design at Northern Michigan University. The museum is free to the public and has a permanent collection of over 1,500 items.

Presque Isle Park is a 323-acre forested peninsula that extends into the waters of Lake Superior. It's a beautiful spot for hiking, nature watching, biking, sunset views, and relaxation.

Stay Awhile

If you're looking for a large lake with a small-town feel that isn't too far from a major city, then you've found the perfect match in Big Kitten Lake!