About Arbutus Lake

Short trip for Midland and Grand Rapids

Arbutus Lake is located in historic Grand Traverse County, about 12 miles from Traverse City. It is conveniently located within a two-hour drive from either Grand Rapids or Midland.

395 Acres of Beautiful Water and Scenery

Arbutus Lake covers a surface area of 395 acres and reaches a maximum depth of 44 feet. It has several islands located all across the lake. 

Fun and Fishing

Arbutus Lake is well known for its swimming and fishing. Popular sport fish such as large and smallmouth bass, perch and crappie inhabit its waters.

Arbutus Lake State Forest Campground offers a boat ramp and 30 campsites for lake visitors who purchase a recreation passport through the Michigan DNR before use.

Cheers and Cherries

In the summer, lake lovers can look forward to the National Cherry Festival, hosted each June in nearby Traverse City. Voted one of America's top ten food specific festivals, this community celebration includes parades, the crowning of the Cherry Queen, an art competition and much more for the whole family.

Or visitors can go out for an afternoon without the little ones and take part in a Grand Traverse Bike Tour. These group, or self-guided, tours take visitors to a number of wineries and local breweries.

Life on the Lake

Arbutus Lake is an amazing choice to buy your future family home, retirement residence, or waterfront property.

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