Big Sand Lake - Webster

Located in Burnett County, Wisconsin

Big Sand Lake is a 1,434-acre lake located outside Webster, Wisconsin. Minneapolis and St. Paul are roughly 103 miles southeast.

The closest location for emergency care is Spooner Health, 18 miles east. The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport is 94 miles south, offering connecting flights to international airports.

Life on the Water

With plenty of room to enjoy, Big Sand Lake is the perfect vacation destination to get away from it all. Activities like boating, waterskiing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing are all possibilities. Anglers can expect to catch largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye, and various panfish.

What's Nearby?

After a day of lake fun, grab a bite to eat in nearby Siren, Wisconsin, at restaurants like Gary’s Rude Cafe, Pour House, and Chipmunk Cheeks Gourmet Treats.

Looking to spend some time on the links? There are multiple golf courses nearby, like the Siren National Golf Club, Spooner Golf Club, and the Frederic Golf Course.

Take a train ride at the Wisconsin Great Northern Railroad. They offer overnight trips, dinner rides, and viewings of different cars, like the Mark Twain Zephyr.

Visit Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers many attractions, such as the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

For outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

After a long day of exploring the city, grab a bite to eat at one of the world-famous restaurants! Some local favorites include Spitz, Red Cow North Loop, Alma, and the Hen House Eatery.

Why Big Sand Lake?

If you're seeking a remote, nature-centric paradise that's not too far away from a major American city, then you've found the perfect match in Big Sand Lake!