Ponto Lake - Ponto Lake Twp

Cass County, Michigan

Ponto Lake is one of many large lakes in northern Michigan, roughly 137 miles east of Duluth and 165 miles northwest of Minneapolis. The community on this lake enjoys quick access to healthcare with the Sanford Bemidji Walker Clinic 30 miles away. Most residents utilize the convenient Pine River Regional Airport just 12 miles away, but for international travel, the Duluth International Airport is 123 miles.

Spacious Waters

Ponto Lake spans 388 acres with a maximum depth of 60 feet and a 4.5-mile shoreline. Residents enjoy a variety of recreational activities on the lake including fishing, boating, water skiing, and just lounging on the water. With such spacious waters, Ponto Lake offers great opportunities to catch a plethora of fish. Anglers on the lake can be lucky to find largemouth bass, black bullhead, walleye, black crappie, bluegill, northern pike, smallmouth bass, bowfin, yellow perch, and more!

What’s Around

Ponto Lake is part of a collection of large lakes so the dining options are seemingly endless. Some local favorites include Birchwood Char House and Bar, Harriet Club, and Old Milwaukee Club. Taking just a short drive south, you can find Paul Bunyan Land, this amusement park has 27 rides, attractions, and a pioneer village. The highlight of the park is a 26-foot-tall animated and talking statue of Paul Bunyan that greets guests by name. Safari North is a wildlife park promoting education and conservation while allowing visitors to get up close and personal with many animals. Guests can also feed a giraffe, ride a camel, mingle with parakeets, dig for dinosaurs, visit play areas, and enjoy a petting zoo.

Visit Duluth

Duluth is the perfect spot for a weekend city getaway while still offering beautiful, natural scenery. For an outdoor adventure off the water, visit any of the city's 23 parks. The Leif Erickson Park is one of the most popular ones and features a rose garden with 1,800 bushes. It is widely considered one of the best rose gardens in the state. Lake Superior Zoo offers a fun, family-friendly trip to see over 140 species in indoor and outdoor settings. The zoo also has a cafe, a gift shop, interactive visits, and behind-the-scenes tours. Looking to take a scenic drive? The North Shore Scenic Drive spans around 150 miles, following the shoreline of Lake Superior. It offers great photo opportunities, historic landmarks, and quaint shops along the way. When visitors head back to the city and are looking for a place to eat, there's something to satisfy every craving. Highly-rated options include Duluth Grill, OMC Smokehouse, Va Bene, New Scenic Cafe, and Vitta Pizza.

Why Ponto Lake?

If you’re looking for a remote getaway nestled in Minnesota outdoors that still has access to great amenities, then you’ve found the perfect match with Ponto Lake.