Rattalee Lake

Located in Oakland County, Michigan

Rattalee Lake is a 50-acre beautiful lake located in Oakland County, Michigan. Detroit, Michigan is under an hour’s drive away from the lake, sitting just 52 miles southeast of Prince Lake. Flint, Michigan is 22 miles northwest.

Detroit Medical Center- Huron Valley- Sinai Hospital is 17 miles southeast of Rattalee Lake and Oakland County International Airport, a 27-minute drive, is just 15 miles southeast.

Life on the Water

With a maximum depth of 47 feet, Rattalee Lake is a great place to enjoy lake amenities like kayaking, swimming, fishing, and more.

Fishermen can expect to catch black crappie, white perch, bluegill, and largemouth bass. Local and state fishing and boating regulations apply. Rattalee Lake is the perfect place for all-day fishing and family fun.

What’s Nearby?

The area around Rattalee Lake is surrounded by plenty of nature walks, parks, and more opportunities to enjoy beautiful Michigan but if you’re looking for big-city activities, head to Detroit.

Want to try something new? Check out Sky Adventures. Hot air balloon rides and aerial tours are fun activities for you and the whole family.

Adults Only? Pedal Boat Pub is a unique activity with good drinks, all rolled into one. The local company is adapting the traditional pedal bike bar to allow people to pedal across a beautiful lake in Michigan.

Looking for an outdoor activity? Indian Springs Metro Park is a great place for the whole family to explore. The park has wonderful opportunities for walking, running, biking, and more.

While you’re exploring, grab a bite to eat at one of the local hotspots like Bad Brads BBQ, Old Detroit Bar & Grill, or Sagebrush Cantina.

Plenty of Options

If you want to enjoy the lake life but don’t want to give up accessibility and proximity to large cities, Rattalee Lake is the perfect place for you. With large cities like Flint and Detroit being under an hour’s drive, there are countless amenities within reach of Rattalee Lake.