Priest Lake

Located in Cass County, Michigan

Priest Lake is situated near the southern border of Michigan near Lake Michigan. Located in Cass County, Michigan, Priest Lake sits just 120 west of Chicago, Illinois, making it the perfect day trip, and Kalamazoo, Michigan, is 43 miles northeast.

Ascension Borgess-Lee Hospital is just six miles from the lake, and Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport is 41 miles away.

Life on the Water

Priest Lake is a private, 36-acre lake that was developed when a stream was dug from a smaller lake on the north. The lake has a no-wake rule established to protect the surrounding wetlands. The lake has a mostly undeveloped shoreline. However, lots have been divided to allow homeowners across the road lake access.

The lake is perfect for swimming and fishing. If you like to fish, you can expect to catch bluegill, sunfish, yellow perch, and lake trout, among other species. Local and state fishing regulations apply.

What's Nearby?

Love to ski? Swiss Valley Ski Area is nearby and is a great place to ski and snow tube.

Looking for something kids will love? Check out Longmeadow Rescue Ranch. The rehabilitation center allows guests to pet animals, and it is sure to be a family favorite.

While in town, visit local restaurants like Twirl, Broadway Cafe, Sherry Lee’s Bar and Grill, and La Casa de Maria.

For the Lover of Lake Life

Priest Lake in Cass County, Michigan, is the perfect place for people who love everything the lake has to offer but also want proximity to larger towns.