Shell Lake is a small city that lies on a lake called Shell Lake. The population is around 1,300 people and the main draw for many people here is the lake.
Shell Lake
Shell Lake is a 2513 acre lake located in Washburn County. It has a maximum depth of 36 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from public boat landings. Fish include muskie, panfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, northern pike and walleye. According to the DNR, smallmouth bass and walleye are abundant in this lake. Muskie and panfish are common in the lake.