Lake of the Falls, Mercier Wisconsin

Lake of the Falls County Park is located along the Turtle River near Mercer in Iron County, Wisconsin. The park sits between Lake of the Falls and the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, making it a scenic stop for fishing, camping, and exploring the river’s rocky shoreline.

Visitors will find small rapids, cascades along the river, fishing docks, and several campground areas. Surrounded by northern forest and water, Lake of the Falls County Park offers a peaceful place to relax while enjoying the natural beauty of northern Wisconsin.

General Information

Exploring Lake of the Falls County Park

The Turtle River flows through the park creating small rapids and cascades among the rocky shoreline. While these are often referred to as waterfalls, they are more accurately gentle river cascades where the water moves through rock channels and small drops.

The shoreline is fun to explore. Frogs often hide among the rocks, and wildflowers grow along the riverbanks during the warmer months. Many visitors simply sit along the rocks watching the foaming water flow around the edges of the river.

Fishing is also popular here. We were catching a variety of panfish from the shoreline and fishing dock. Local anglers told us northern pike, muskies, and other panfish are common in this area of the river and nearby lakes.

Camping at Lake of the Falls County Park

The campground is divided into three different sections offering a variety of campsite types, from simple lakeside sites to full-service camping areas.

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