Spring Lake - Richland Twp

Spring Lake- Richland/Yorkville, Michigan

Spring Lake is just over 15 acres and located in the town of Richland in southwest Michigan. This lake is positioned between Kalamazoo and Battle Creek and is just under 50 miles south of Grand Rapids.

The nearest airport is Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, about 20 minutes away.

On the Water

Spring Lake is relatively small compared to other lakes in Michigan and is more comparable to a pond size. The lake is also shallow and not compatible with larger boats. There is no record of restrictions or regulations on this lake however, due to its small size, residents are recommended to use smaller watercraft such as canoes and kayaks.

Species of fish that are common in this area are bass, bream, perch, and crappie, among others.

Explore the Area

The Gourdneck State Game Area is a nearby 2,293-acre public space offering activities like hunting, trapping, and more. Visitors will find white-tailed deer, wild turkey, eastern cottontail, fox squirrels, and wood ducks. There is also a 1.9-mile trail here for hiking, bird watching, and nature walks.

Kalamazoo makes for a great day trip, with plenty of things to do indoors and out!

Dip your toes in the great outdoors at The Kalamazoo Nature Center. This gorgeous area spans 1,100 acres with an 11-acre arboretum, 11 nature trails, and the Delano Pioneer Homestead. The Interpretive Center features its award-winning "Nature Up Close" hall, interactive exhibits, three-story tropical rainforest, a bug house, and seasonal butterfly and hummingbird garden.

The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts features more than 5,000 works of fine art in its permanent collection for visitors to enjoy. It also has touring and collective exhibitions in 10 galleries, offers four art classes at the Kirk Newman Art School and highlights local artists in the KIA Gallery Shop.

The Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum has been voted the "Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners" and "Best Place to Spend a Day with Your Family," making it a must-see. It features more than 100 air and space artifacts, rides, Full-Motion Flight Simulators, a theater, historical exhibits, and educational activities.

After a long day of exploration, be sure to enjoy a meal at one of the many delicious restaurants in the city. Highly-rated options include Crow's Nest, The Studio Grill, Kalamazoo Beer Exchange, Erbelli's Gourmet Pizza, and Bell's Eccentric Cafe.