Hess Lake - Newaygo

Located in Newaygo County, Michigan

Hess Lake is located in beautiful Newaygo, Michigan, a three-hour drive from the heart of downtown Detroit.

There are several medical facilities and hospitals in the area, including Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial (a 22-minute drive), and Spectrum Health Kelsey Hospital (a 36-minute drive). Both are open 24 hours a day.

Detroit Metro Wayne County Airport is the nearest full-service international airport, offering international flights all year long.

Hess Lake

Hess Lake is 755 acres in size, with a maximum depth of 29 feet. It is well regarded amongst locals for its wide variety of fish species, including but not limited to: Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Panfish, and Yellow Perch. Hess Lake is an easily accessible fishing spot for both novice anglers and experts alike.

There are several other activities for visitors to Hess Lake to enjoy, such as: boating, watersports, and swimming.

Things to Do

After a long day at the lake, you and your friends and family will be able to enjoy some of the wonderful restaurants around Hess Lake. Newaygo Brewing Company offers delicious local brews and classic, unfussy bar food. Jimmy’s Roadhouse is an all-American sports bar and grill that serves your favorites with a smile. Northern Trails Bar & Grill offers great regional eats with a family-friendly atmosphere.

There are several wonderful parks and nature reserves around Hess Lake that you and your guests will love to spend hours exploring. And just three hours away, in Detroit, there are several attractions well worth taking a day or even a weekend trip to visit. The Detroit Zoo will delight visitors young and old. The Detroit Institute of Arts displays breathtaking artistic achievements from around the world. Comerica Park is a classic ballpark where, during the season, one can catch the Detroit Tigers.

Enjoy Your Surroundings

Hess Lake is a beautiful, secluded getaway that you and your entire family will love and cherish for years to come!