Cooley Lake

Located in Oakland County, Michigan

Cooley Lake is an 86-acre lake located in White Lake Township (Oakland County, Michigan. Detroit is 37 miles south, Lansing is 73 miles northwest, and Ann Arbor is roughly 40 miles south.

The closest location for emergency care is the Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, 4 miles southeast. The Oakland County International Airport is conveniently nestled 5 miles north.

When heading to the lake, grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants surrounding the lake, such as Nick & Tony's Coney Island, Prime 7 Bar & Restaurant, Dolly's Pizza, and Stella's Table.

Life On the Water

This all-sports lake is the perfect destination for those seeking a well-rounded lake home experience! The 86-foot maximum depth makes activities like boating, waterskiing, wakeboarding, and tubing popular here.

If you're more of a fan of kayaking, canoeing, swimming, or fishing, then no worries, as there is plenty of room along the shoreline for these as well! Anglers won't have a hard time pulling in fish like bluegill, northern pike, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, sunfish, and catfish.

What's Nearby?

Life in White Lake Township consists of beautiful outdoor activities and a friendly community.

Indian Springs MetroPark, Kensington MetroPark, Proud Lake State Recreation Area, Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, and Marshbank Park all provide stellar scenery and trails!

If you’re feeling a bit adventurous, try out the rope courses at The Adventure Park in West Bloomfield. You'll find zip lines and climbing challenges here, perfect for beginners and experts alike. For more outdoor fun, hit the slopes at the Alpine Valley Ski Area or improve your golf game at Shepherd’s Hollow Golf Club.

Visit Detroit

Located less than an hour south of Cooley Lake, the list of things to do in Detroit is seemingly endless.

Near Downtown, the neoclassical Detroit Institute of Arts is famed for the Detroit Industry Murals painted by Diego Rivera, and inspired by the city’s ties to the auto industry, giving it the nickname "Motor City."

The Henry Ford Museum provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America’s traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness, and innovation. This awe-inspiring experience is also home to Rosa Parks Bus, and JFK’s limo.

No matter who you’re traveling with, everyone enjoys the Detroit International RiverWalk. With views of our neighbor Canada, the Ambassador Bridge, and the GM Renaissance Center, you’re in for a great afternoon.

Relax and Embrace the Outdoors

Locals cherish Cooley Lake for its beautiful views and peaceful atmosphere. This lake is the perfect place to unwind, find community, and enjoy outdoor adventures.