Big Brower Lake

Located in Kent County, Michigan

Big Brower Lake is an 85-acre all-sports lake located in Courtland Township (Kent County), Michigan. Lansing is 73 miles southeast, Detroit is 162 miles southeast, and Grand Rapids is 20 miles south.

The closest location for emergency care is the Spectrum Health United Hospital, 15 miles northeast in Greenville, Michigan. The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 23 miles south, outside of Grand Rapids.

The closest place to grab a bite to eat is Rockford, at restaurants like Fatzo's Pizza, Herman's Boy, Rockford Corner Bar, Cinco de Mayo, and The Peppermill Grill.

Fun on the Water

Brower Lake is perfect for those seeking an all-sports paradise! Whether you're looking to turn things up a notch by tubing, wakeboarding, or waterskiing, everything is possible here. If you like to slow things down, that's no problem, as activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and swimming are popular here as well.

Before heading out onto the water, make sure to grab a rod and reel! Anglers can expect to catch bass, bluegill, northern pike, crappie, and more. To get onto the water, residents must belong to the Big Brower Lake Improvement Association (BBLIA). The BBLIA provides many amenities to its members, like maintenance of a variety of lake facilities, as well as a Fourth of July Fun Run and Boat Parade.

What's Nearby?

Just off the shores of the lake is the Brower Lake Nature Preserve. This wonderful preserve offers a mile and a half of hiking trails through bogs and forests.

The Cannonsburg Ski area is just six miles away. While it is known for its skiing, snowboarding, and tubing opportunities, it also offers hiking, mountain biking, and year-round outdoor events.

If you're looking to set up a time on the links, then you're in luck, as there are plenty of golf courses nearby! Check out Boulder Creek Golf Club & Restaurant, Egypt Valley Country Club, and Cedar Chase Golf Club.

Visit Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is a Michigan cultural hub that's less than an hour away, offering an infinite list of things to do!

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is a fantastic place for those that love the beauty of art and nature. Peruse exotic plants, a desert, Victorian gardens, and modern sculptures.

The John Ball Zoo contains nearly 2,000 animals, many of which visitors can interact with up close! There are reptiles, fish, birds, mammals, and amphibians waiting for you to visit.

If you're looking for an art experience like no other, then spend a day in the Grand Rapids Art Museum! There are over 6,000 works spanning hundreds of years, featuring names like Andy Warhol, Albrecht Dürer, and Maarten Baas.

After a long day of exploring this riverside city, sample the local cuisine at restaurants like The Chop House Grand Rapids, Bistro Vella Vita, Butcher's Union, and Rose's.

Calm and Quaint

Those looking for a taste of small-town life will love living on Big Brower Lake.