Summit Lake: Lake, Fishing, and ATV/UTV Trails

Summit Lake is the center of the Town of Upham. It offers two distinct focuses for trip planning: the lake with its public boat launch, and ATV/UTV trails with named trailheads. If you’re looking for a hotel in Summit Lake, you can plan your stay around time on the water, fishing, or motorized trail activities.

Lake, Fishing, and Boat Launch

Summit Lake is a 279-acre drainage lake with a maximum depth of 29 feet. Area and maximum depth refer to different measurements: the first number describes the lake’s extent, while the second is its maximum depth. Together, these figures provide a specific sense of the lake’s size.

Fish species listed for Summit Lake include largemouth bass, panfish, musky, northern pike, and walleye. The species list may change with fisheries management, so check the latest information before your visit.

A public boat launch is located at Summit Lake Access on Summit Lake Road. It’s a specific point of reference for plans on the water; the list of fish species also offers guidance for travelers interested in fishing.

ATV/UTV Trails in Summit Lake

The Parrish Highland ATV/UTV Trailhead on T is located on County Road T in Summit Lake, Wisconsin. From this trailhead, the Parrish Highland Trail provides access to a 50-mile route. It passes through glacial moraines, upland hardwood stands, and cedar swamps, and along small rivers and lakes. The trail is thus described by both its length and its varied landscapes.

The Hwy T Trailhead in Summit Lake has an ATV wash station, restrooms, and an ATV ramp. When planning, you can distinguish the route information from the trailhead amenities: the length and landscape refer to the Parrish Highland Trail, while the listed amenities are at the Hwy T Trailhead.

For a comparison of distances, it’s important to consider the specific trail: the 50 miles refer to the Parrish Highland Trail in Summit Lake. By contrast, the 12.8 miles of the Highland Lakes section refer to a different trail described at the regional level. The figures therefore represent different routes and geographic areas.

The Broader Langlade County Travel Area

In the broader travel area of Langlade County, the 12.8-mile Highland Lakes section of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail passes through the Bogus Swamp State Natural Area and along numerous kettle lakes. The route description connects a protected area with a landscape of kettle lakes, adding a perspective beyond Summit Lake.

Information about Summit Lake and Langlade County helps distinguish local and regional highlights: at the lake, the focus is on its measurements, fish species, and public boat launch; in the county, it’s the route of the Highland Lakes section through the Bogus Swamp State Natural Area and along kettle lakes. When planning your trip, you can consider which of these perspectives best suits your interests.

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