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Brandenburg Lake is the deepest of the five canal-connected lakes at 25 feet maximum depth and 75 acres, making it the largest and deepest of the lesser-known Chain lakes. Its surprising depth creates diverse fishing opportunities and cooler summer water temperatures.

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Brandenburg Lake is the largest and deepest of the five canal-connected lakes in the Chain O’Lakes system, formed by the retreat of the Wisconsin glacier thousands of years ago.

Its unusual depth of 25 feet is notable given its relatively small 75-acre size, likely the result of a deeper glacial depression in this section of the Fox River Valley.

One of five lakes connected by small canals and channels (Duck Lake, Long Lake, Spring Lake, Dunns Lake, and Brandenburg Lake) rather than the main Fox River channel. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes including the Miami, Mascouten, and Potawatomi.

White Sucker, Freshwater Drum, Carp, Warmouth, Pumpkinseed, Sauger, Flathead Catfish, Bullhead, Rock Bass, Hybrid Bass, White Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass
Duck Lake, Long Lake, Spring Lake, Dunns Lake
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Fish Species Found

  • Walleye
  • White Bass
  • Perch
  • Crappie
  • Largemouth Bass
  • Muskellunge
  • Yellow Perch
  • Bluegill
  • Catfish
  • Northern Pike
  • Black Crappie
  • Grass Carp

Lake Information

  • Lake Size (acres):
    1,700 acres
  • Average Depth (feet):
    14′
  • Maximum Depth (feet):
    14′
  • Fish Species:
    largemouth, muskie

Boat Launches

  • Boat Launches:
    13
  • Marinas:
    100
  • Access Point:
    4

Activites & Fun

  • Activities:
    fishing, swimming, boating
  • Dining Resturants:
    3
  • Equipment Rentals:
    24
Historical Infromation
  • Town of Fox Lake incorporated in 1907 to avoid county raids on resorts
  • Historic “Egyptian Lotus” beds – Fox and Grass Lake were famous for lotus viewing in 1890s
  • Railroad development in 1901 – Milwaukee Road railroad crossing led to tourism boom
  • Nippersink Point station became center of Fox Lake community
  • Part of Chain O’Lakes system formed by Wisconsin glacier melt
  • Originally inhabited by Native American tribes including Miami, Mascouten and Potawatomi

Notable Features & Landmarks

  • “Heart of the Chain O’Lakes” – central hub designation
  • Village of Fox Lake – central community with restaurants, events, services
  • Lakefront Park and Beach – recently renovated village facility
  • Captain’s Quarters and Fairmont Shores – popular waterfront establishments
  • Fox Waterway Agency headquarters – 45 S. Pistakee Lake Road
  • Direct connection to Grass Lake, connects to Pistakee through Nippersink

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