Skegemog Lake
Michigan
Skegemog Lake real estate is considered a beautiful, but lesser known, market for lake homes and lake lots in Michigan.
Skegemog Lake homes for sale have an average list price of $711,000, with many great homes at higher and lower prices.
- 15Mi. of Shoreline
- 11Avg. Depth
- 29Deepest Depth
- Shoreline Borders State Park (Some)
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 2,561
- Public Boat Ramps 2
- Water Level Full Pool Year Round
7655 Rapid City Rd NW
Rapid City, MI 49676
9500, Park Rd
Williamsburg, MI 49690
- Counties: Antrim County, Grand Traverse County, Kalkaska County
- Fish: Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye
- Condos available (No)
- Notable events: In april Kalkaska County hosts the National Trout Festival since 1936.Elk Rapids hosts an Elk Rapids Harbor day festival with 4th of July firework shows, pancake breakfasts, and extravagant parades.
- Interesting facts: Skegemog is an Algonquin word meaning meeting of the waters.
- Known for: Skegemog Lake Wildlife Area North Shore Pathway Trail Head, fishing, and boating.
- History: Kalkaska county was created in 1840 and named Wabassee County until 1843. William Copeland was the first settler in 1855.
- Other notes: The nearshore bottom sediments of Skegemog Lake are primarily sand (70%) followed by a mixture of rocks, gravel and sand (29%), with the rest (mostly in the eastern end) being soft muck or marl. The eastern end of the lake is shallow, and submerged logs and stumps are present quite a way offshore in places. The logs and stumps are from trees that once grew in a lakeside conifer swamp which were inundated by impoundment from the Elk Rapids dam.
- Permit is not required to use the lake.
- Jet skis are allowed.
- Motorized boats are allowed.
- Houseboats are allowed.
- Boating restrictions (No).
- Dock restrictions (No).
119 Bridge st.
Elk Rapids, MI 49629
154 miles away
15 miles away
Short trip to Grand Rapids and The Butterfly House & Bug Zoo
Skegemog Lake is conveniently located in northern Michigan, just north of Grand Rapids and a short drive to the Butterfly House and Bug Zoo in Williamsburg.
Well Over 2,000 Acres of Lake to Enjoy
Kalkaska County was created in 1840 and named Wabassee County until 1843. William Copeland was the first settler in 1855. Skegemog Lake is well over 2,000 acres of water and stretches into 3 different counties.
Great Fishing
The lake is dotted with sunken logs and trees that give refuge to many fish species such as largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. With such great fish populations, fishermen come from far and wide to experience this beautiful lake.
National Trout Festival
In April, Kalkaska County hosts the annual National Trout Festival. The festival is host to many events like kids fishing contests, concerts, and a carnival.
A Great Place to Enjoy Lake Life
Whether you are looking for a permanent home or a vacation home, Skegemog Lake is a wonderful place to enjoy time outdoors with your family or friends.
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