The clear, spring-fed waters of the Lac Courte Oreilles Chain of Lakes (pronounced La Coo Deray) remain a popular escape for all kinds of travelers. Explore the 4800 acres of water and many weed beds where musky, northern pike, large- and smallmouth bass, walleye, and panfish find their homes. Lac Courte Oreilles is located 9 miles south of Hayward on Hwy 27.