About Burt Lake

Deep and Wide

Burt Lake covers a surface area of more than 17,000 acres in Cheboygan County, MI.

This natural body of water features 33 miles of shoreline and an average depth of 23 feet.

Burt Lake reaches a maximum depth of of 73 feet, and is home to several popular sport fish including rainbow and brown trout, bass and walley.

Rich in History

The first Burt Lake inhabitants were several Native American tribes.

Then came French trappers, followed by lumbermen, and finally by residents and visitors looking for a place to soak up the sun.

The lake was named after the head surveyor, William A. Burt, who was primarily known for being a master surveyor and inventor of the solar compass.

This device is still used to this day.

Full of Family Fun

Located in the northern part of Michigan, Burt Lake is known for its year-round fun!

In the summer season, families and residents gather at the lake to beat the heat with boating, swimming and fishing.

In the winter months, residents and vistors enjoy snow skiing and snowmobiling.

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