Lake Gitchegumee

Located in Wexford County, Michigan

Located in Buckley, Michigan, Lake Gitchegumee is 103 acres and is 20 miles from Traverse City, Michigan. It is 149 miles from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and 198 miles from Detroit, Michigan.

Munson Medical Center is the largest hospital in the region, with a 24-hour emergency room. It is nestled 30 minutes north of the lake. The nearest major airport is Cherry Capital Airport, located just thirty minutes away in Traverse City.

Life on the Water

You can enjoy a variety of activities on the lake, including fishing, swimming, boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding. For the angler, prominent species in Lake Gitchegumee include bass, bluegill, crappie, northern pike, sunfish, and walleye.

Things to Do

There are lots of local attractions around Lake Gitchegumee. Paul's Country Store and Farm Park offer a pumpkin patch during the fall and a farm experience for the whole family year-round. Cotton Creek Farms in Thomasville offers animal encounters with alpacas on 27 acres of farmland.

Enjoy a voyage by tube, kayak, canoe, or down the Manistee River with Wilderness Canoe Trips for a memorable family experience. Antioch Hills Golf Club is a public golf course open from mid-April to mid-October. Its 18-hole span measures 5,817 yards and provides a breathtaking view as you play.

For the Lover of Parks

Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, biking, or camping, there are many nearby parks to enjoy. Manistee River Trail is an 11-mile hike full of breathtaking views along the Manistee River shoreline.

Interlochen State Park is located 15 minutes outside Buckley between Green Lake and Duck Lake. It includes 490 campsites, three cabins, and a swimming area perfect for the family.

Mitchell State Park is located about thirty minutes away from the lake and offers a fun camping experience. It features a canal that is perfect for fishing or watching the sunset.

Why Lake Gitchegumee?

No matter what you are looking for, Lake Gitchegumee provides a peaceful oasis and a fun experience for all.