Higgins Lake
Michigan
Also known by the name Majinabeesh or "Sparkling Waters", Higgins Lake real estate is considered a tight inventory market for lake homes and lake lots in Michigan.
There are typically around 20 lake homes for sale on Higgins Lake at any given time. The lake will usually have very few lake lots and land for sale.
This lake is one of Michigan's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 22 miles.
Listings identified with the RealComp IDX logo come from RealComp IDX MLSAbout Higgins Lake
Located in Roscommon County, Michigan
Higgins Lake is located in Roscommon County, Michigan, just over an hour from the heart of downtown Traverse City, Michigan. There are several hospitals and medical facilities in the area, including Grayling Hospital (a 16-minute drive), and Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (a 43-minute drive).
The nearest airport is Gerald R. Ford International Airport, which offers commercial flights all year long.
Higgins Lake
Higgins Lake is very large, sitting at over 10,000 acres in size, and reaching a maximum depth of over 120 feet.
The fishing in Higgins Lake is very good during both the summer and winter months. The lake is very well-regarded among locals for the excellent fishing conditions and the wide variety of fish species present in the waters. These species include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, walleye, rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout, lake trout, bluegill, rock bass, and yellow perch.
If you ever get tired of fishing there are several other activities to pursue on the lake. Boating is excellent, and swimming is perfect for the summer months. Watersports are also sure to bring out the team spirit in you and your guests.
Things to Do
After a long day on the lake, you and your guests are sure to have worked up an appetite. Luckily there are several delicious local restaurants in the area, including Country Corners Pizza and More, Northshore Lounge LLC, Cut River Grille, and more.
The nearby Houghton Lake Playhouse has several family-friendly attractions, including an all-ages petting zoo.
The Civilian Conservation Corp Museum offers an in-depth and engaging history of the area and is within walking distance of several great shops.
Nearby Traverse City is well worth taking a day, or even a weekend trip to visit. The city features several exciting tourist attractions, such as Clinch Park, the World’s Largest Cherry Pie Pan, and Pirate’s Cove Adventure Park.
Enjoy Your Surroundings
Higgins Lake is a beautiful, secluded getaway that you and your guests will treasure for years to come!
Lake Overview
- 22mi. of Shoreline
- 53ft. Avg. Depth
- 141ft. Deepest Depth
- Shoreline Borders State Park (Some)
- Managed By Roscommon County
- Water Drops 1 ft
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 9,600
- Public Boat Ramps 3
- Water Level Seasonal Full Pool
- Schedule April-November
Information
- Counties: Roscommon County
- Fish: Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
- Condos available (Yes)
- Notable events: Higgins Lake Boat Club Lightning Invitational Regatta
- Sailing clubs: Higgins Lake Boat Club
- Interesting facts: Higgins Lake receives half of its water from submerged springs, six percent from incoming streams, and the remainder from direct rainfall and runoff.
- Known for: Higgins Lake is known for its deep, clear waters and has been noted as one of the world's most beautiful lakes.
- History: Higgins Lake was formed as a glacial ice sheet retreated thus giving it the crystal clear waters it has today.
- Landmarks: State parks are present at both the north and south ends of the lake and are known as North Higgins State Park and South Higgins State Park respectively.
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.