Lake Shively

Location

Lake Shively is located in Clare County, Michigan. The closest airport is the MBS International Airport is 42 minutes from Lake Shively. The closest hospital is MyMichigan Medical Care Center which is approximately 16 minutes from Lake Shively.

Close Amenities

Wilson State Park is a beautiful park that offers different hiking and biking trails. Snow Snake Ski & Golf and the Eagle Glen Golf Course offer beautiful pieces of land that encompass the pure beauty of Clare County. Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farm is a fun experience during Christmas time.

Lake Shively is approximately an hour and 23 minutes from Lansing, Michigan.

Explore Lansing

Lansing, the birthplace of the Oldsmobile and Michigan's automotive center, offers plenty of history, culture, entertainment, and cuisine to explore.

The State Capitol Building opened in late 1878 to much acclaim and was restored to its original splendor in the early 1990s. The building, one of the premier examples of US decorative painting, is open to the public for free tours on weekdays.

The R. E. Olds Transportation Museum has a collection of cars and memorabilia as a tribute to the auto industry. The museum is courtesy of one of the city's most prominent citizens, Ransom Eli Olds. The very first Oldsmobile from 1897 is on display, along with other antique automobiles.

Michigan History Museum has three floors of state eras depicting scenes from the earliest peoples to the late 20th century. Visitors of all ages can enjoy learning about Michigan’s past, and Sunday trips are free.

Potter Park Zoo spans 20 acres and is one of the oldest continuously-operated zoos in the state. It is home to 500 animals and 180 species and sits adjacent to Potter Park, an 80-acre oak forest.

For a night out on the town, stop by one of the highly-rated restaurants in the city. Top choices include Fidler's On The Grand, Meat BBQ, Soup Spoon Cafe, The Cosmos, and Naing Myanmar Family Restaurant.

Lake Information

Lake Shively is approximately 70 acres and reaches depths up to 35 feet. Anglers can expect to find bluegill, crappie, yellow perch, and northern pike. You can participate in various water sports including swimming, boating, fishing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and kayaking.

Make Lake Shively Your Next Home!

Lake Shively offers a variety of experiences for every member of your family to enjoy throughout the different seasons!