Chippewa Flowage Destination

Nestled in the heart of northern Wisconsin’s Chequamegon‑Nicolet National Forest, the Chippewa Flowage Destination lake is a sprawling, 14,000‑acre reservoir that feels more like a hidden oasis than a man‑made lake. 

Big Musky Resort

Lodging Big Musky Resort

10211 W Big Musky Road
Hayward WI
715-462-3782
https://www.bigmuskyhayward.com

Catch the fun at Big Musky Resort, where there's something for everyone. Big Musky is located in the heart of Lake Chippewa country on Scott Lake in northern Wisconsin, where Muskies, Walleye, Northern Pike, Crappie, Bass and Panfish run wild. Or escape to the woods and experience outstanding fall hunting of bear, grouse or trophy bucks. Start your up north vacation on the famous Chippewa Flowage at The Big Musky Resort. Surround yourself with the best of nature on Wisconsin's largest wilderness lake. Fish for crappie, bluegill, northern, walleye, bass, and of course, world class muskies. Live bait, minnows, bar and more. Listen to the Loons and watch our beautiful sunsets right from the comfort of your bar stool. The Big Musky is right on the trail for ATV riding and snowmobiling. It is the perfect setting with 15,000 acres of the flowage to use and connecting to over 600 miles of groomed trails in Sawyer County alone. While we are known for our summer vacations, Don't forget ice fishing for bluegills, crappies and northern. We are your four-season destination.


Lodging Big Musky Resort


Fed by the Chippewa River and its tributaries, the clear, emerald‑green waters stretch beneath a canopy of pine, birch and aspen, their reflections shimmering with the occasional splash of a loon or the graceful glide of a bald eagle. In summer, the Flowage becomes a playground for anglers chasing trophy muskies, largemouth bass, and northern pike, while families spread out on sandy coves for picnics, swimming, or simply soaking up the quiet hum of insects and distant campfire crackles. In the fall, the shoreline ignites in a blaze of orange, crimson and gold, offering perfect vistas for photographers and hikers who trek the adjacent trails that snake through old‑growth forests and sparkling wetlands. Whether you’re seeking the solitude of a sunrise paddleboard sunrise, the excitement of a guided boat‑out fishing excursion, or a rustic campsite under a sky thick with stars, the Chippewa Flowage beckons with a blend of natural grandeur and laid‑back Mid‑American charm that makes it a must‑visit destination for anyone longing to reconnect with the great outdoors.