The total surface area of the lake is , with maximum depths of 55 ft (17 m). The lake is named for the very large island in the center of the lake, which deer inhabit by crossing back and forth on the ice in winter.
The lake's dimensions are , with maximum depths of 55 ft (17 m). Its name originates from a prominent island in its center, providing a habitat for deer that migrate across the frozen surface in winter.