Crystal Lake - Beulah
Michigan
Located in Michigan, Crystal Lake - Beulah real estate is a top twenty market in the state for lake homes and lake lots.
On average, there are around 20 lake homes for sale on Crystal Lake - Beulah, and very few lake lots and land parcels.
The lake is also known as Cap Lake and has 21 miles of shoreline.
Listings identified with the RealComp IDX logo come from RealComp IDX MLSAbout Crystal Lake - Beulah
Benzie County
Crystal Lake is nestled between three townships in Michigan. Traverse City is 37 miles northeast and Grand Rapids is 145 miles south. A few smaller airfields are nearby, but the closest major airport is MBS International Airport, which is typically just under two and a half hours away. Urgent care can be provided at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 10 minutes away. Snacks and groceries can be found at Family Fare Supermarket, 7 minutes away. Many highly rated restaurants are nearby, such as The Roadhouse Mexican Bar & Grill and The Cherry Hut.
Life On The Water
Expanding over 9800 acres, Crystal Lake offers everything that lake life entails. From crystal clear water and exceptional fishing, fun in the sun seems limitless. An all-sports lake, residents enjoy an abundance of activities such as boating and sailing. There are a few different public boat launches located on the southeastern end of the lake. Anglers looking to cast out a line have the chance to reel in trout, smallmouth bass, panfish, and coho salmon.
Explore Traverse City
If you are looking for a city that offers vibrant colors, lakeside vistas, historical background, and tours with vineyards, Traverse City, Michigan, is less than 30 minutes away! Here you will be able to soak everything the city has to offer with its scenic views and downtown shopping/dining options as well. Wander around Clinch Park, Traverse City’s most popular beach. With over 1,500 feet of sand along the West Grand Traverse Bay, it is perfect for soaking in the sun and scenic views of the water. Clinch Park has picnic tables, bike racks, trail access, a snack bar, and restrooms. When visiting the “Cherry Capital of The World,” make sure to attend the National Cherry Festival and enjoy more than 150 events and activities. Many of the events are free. Participate in pit-spitting, pie-eating contests, or turtle races, just to name a few. During the festivities, make sure not to miss the three parades!
Excellent Location for Lake Life
Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or waterfront property, Crystal Lake is an excellent choice.
Lake Overview
- 21mi. of Shoreline
- 71ft. Avg. Depth
- 175ft. Deepest Depth
- Dam Name Crystal Lake Dam
- Managed By Michigan Department of Natural Resources
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 9,854
- Water Level Seasonal Full Pool
- Schedule May-August
Information
- Counties: Benzie County
- Fish: Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout
- Condos available (No)
- Notable events: Beer Week, Pumpkin Run, Fall Festival, Glow Runs
- Sailing clubs: Crystal Lake Yacht Club
- Interesting facts: In 1873 an effort was made to create a channel between Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan but, Crystal Lakes water level was higher than Lake Michigan so when the channel was opened the water level of Crystal Lake dropped about 20 feet, even though creating the channel was a fail, lowering the lake uncovered sandy beaches that are still used today.
- Known for: Crystal clear water
- History: Up until 1873, Crystal Lake was an embayment to Lake Algonquin. Lake Algonquin was formed during the ice age by glacial activity. Over the years its shrunken and created many bodies of water, including Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Huron, and Georgian Bay.
- Landmarks: none
- Other notes: The lake level is lowered in the winter time to help with shoreline erosion, and increased in the summer for recreational activities.
Restrictions
All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate. Such Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some listings have been excluded from this website.
This page utilizes third-party mapping services and does not make any warranties or representations about the accuracy or completeness of these services' representations.
Search States
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Oklahoma
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate. Such Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some listings have been excluded from this website.
This page utilizes third-party mapping services and does not make any warranties or representations about the accuracy or completeness of these services' representations.