Water Recreation

Spend a Day on the Lake

Take a peaceful escape to the calm waters of Whitewater, WI. Enjoy water recreation and leisure activities such as fishing, boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, and swimming.

With four lakes, two creeks, and an artesian well, Whitewater offers abundant water recreation activities.

  • Swim at Whitewater Lake Beach

  • Boat/Kayak Whitewater & Rice Lakes

  • Fish Whitewater & Rice Lakes or Whitewater Creek

  • Wade the springs of Natureland County Park

  • Ice Fish on Whitewater Lake

  • Fish the Bluff Creek Fishery Area or area lake

Enjoy the fresh air. Soak up the sun. Splash in the cooling waters. Rejuvenate yourself in Whitewater, WI.

The Lakes of Whitewater, WI

  • Whitewater Lake Beach

    Whitewater Lake

    Covering 705 acres, Whitewater Lake is the largest lake in the area. It provides access via a public beach and five different boat launches. The public beach is along the north end of the lake, while Natureland County Park lies at the south end of the lake.

  • Rice Lake

    Rice Lake

    Covering 167 acres, Rice Lake is smaller and downstream from Whitewater Lake. The Rice Lake Recreation Area provides a boat launch, dog friendly area, playground, picnic area, and various fishing and kayak launch spots. The Dr. O.R. Rice Picnic Area provides an great place to picnic, fish, or launch a kayak.

  • Cravath lakefront park

    Cravath Lake

    Covering 70 acres, Cravath Lake is located near Downtown Whitewater. Cravath Lakefront Park provides walking paths, picnic area, shelters, a boat ramp, and fishing spots. It is also home to many of the city events including the 4th of July festival and Summer Concert Series.

  • Trippe Lake

    Trippe Lake

    Covering 121 acres, Trippe Lake is located upstream from Cravath Lake. Trippe Lake Park provides a picnic area, boat ramp, a playground, shelters, fishing, and recreational space.

Featured Blogs

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5 Favorite Quiet Activities On or Near Water
5 Favorite Quiet Activities On or Near Water

Everyone knows and loves the energetic fun of swimming, boating, and jet-skiing busy Whitewater Lake, especially leading up to the 4th of July, but with the hustle and bustle of the summer holiday behind us, who’s seeking a quiet activity to reset you?

Walk-About Whitewater and Rice Lakes
Walk-About Whitewater and Rice Lakes

During this time of social distancing and uncertainty, you may be feeling anxious, scared, sad, and perhaps stir-crazy at the thought of holing up for the next three or more weeks. We have your back, and plan to bring you a number of inspiring outdoor escapes where you can retreat to alone or with only your family to get some fresh air. Our first escape is a simple walk-about (.5mi) providing beautiful views of Whitewater and Rice Lake.

Top 6 Fishing Spots for Anglers and Bowfishers
Top 6 Fishing Spots for Anglers and Bowfishers

Whitewater is a haven for anglers and bowfishers alike. From small species like Bluegill all the way up to Largemouth Bass, these top 6 fishing spots are sure to deliver.

6 Parks for Picnics (Fishing, Swimming, & Hiking!)-Whitewater, WI
6 Parks for Picnics (Fishing, Swimming, & Hiking!)-Whitewater, WI

With over 20 parks to choose from, we've narrowed it down to the best 6 for picnics, fishing, hikes, & swimming in the Whitewater, WI area.

Kayak Drop Spots

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