Crooked Lake - Garfield Twp

Located in Clare County, Michigan

Crooked Lake is located in Garfield Township (Clare County), Michigan. Kalamazoo is 18.5 miles southeast, Grand Rapids is 44 miles north, and Detroit is 144 miles east.

There are a few smaller airfields nearby, but the closest major airport is MBS International Airport and is, typically, less than an hour away. Urgent care can be provided at MyMichigan Medical Center Clare, 20 minutes away.

Snacks and groceries can be found at a Dollar General, 4 minutes away. Fantastic restaurants nearby, such as Lake Restaurant, Ebaugh’s Whistle Shop, and NEDS on Gull Lake.

Lake Days

With 264 acres, Crooked Lake is an all-sports lake, making the opportunities for fun on the water endless. Crank things up a notch with activities like water skiing, tubing, and wakeboarding, or slow it down by kayaking or swimming. Fishing is another popular pastime on the water. Anglers looking to cast a line have a chance to reel in largemouth bass, bluegill, perch, and crappie.

Events for kids and the whole family take place here year-round, such as the Great Cardboard Boat Race, the Summer Fireworks Show, the Pirate Day Treasure Hunt, and more.

What's Nearby?

The Gilmore Car Museum is just a couple miles north of the neighboring Gull Lake. This is a must-see for anyone in the family who loves their classic automobiles. You can explore 400 different cars and motorcycles and grab a bite to eat at the restored 1941 diner.

Michigan is one of the nation’s top-ranking states for golf, and the area around Cranes Pond does not disappoint. The Gull Lake View Golf Resort is just a short drive south of Crooked Lake and includes six different courses and two restaurant.

Visit Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is a Michigan cultural hub less than an hour away that offers 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.

A Great Place to Call Home

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a vacation home, or a full-time retirement residence, Crooked Lake is an excellent choice.