LAKE

The village of Lake was established during the lumbering era, primarily as a 'Whistle
Stop' along the Pere Marquette Railway Line. Later it was settled for its naturally
beautiful surroundings.

The village of Lake lies between two large bodies of water, Perch Lake and Crooked
Lake. Just a few miles west you will find beautiful Eight Point Lake.

The old concrete 'Coal Dock' (one of only a few left in Michigan) built in the 1930's
is silent testimony to the steam days of train engines.

Lake is truly a likeable small town with most of the necessities available. From a
Supermarket to a Hardware Store to a Ceramic Shop, a Victorian Floral Gift Shop, a
Clothing Store and Service Stations. You will find most anything you want or need.

Summer brings many water activities to the area and winter finds both lakes covered
with ice shanties by the cold weather anglers.

The Lake Daze Celebration, held in the beginning of summer, is a cross between a
festival and a carnival and offers people of all ages a chance to get together and have
some old-fashion, honest-to-goodness fun. The Lake Community Association, a
non-profit group supported by volunteers and local businesses support several
children events including an Easter Egg Hunt, a Halloween Party, and a Christmas
Party. Lake Daze provides an outlet for both children and adults. Scattered
throughout the year, fund raisers, such as Millionaire Parties, Flea Markets, Auctions
and periodic special interest gatherings are held to fund all community activities of
LCA. The old train depot is constantly being improved. Currently we are organizing
a museum that reflects artifacts of days gone by from the depot. There is also an old
caboose next to the depot which is also being refurbished. We are continually
looking for volunteers, come join us for fun and meeting new friends.

Entertainment for both adults and children can be found with restaurants, Dairy
Queen, and a roller rink in the community. There are also several resorts and
campgrounds in the area.

Lake is the Midwest's home base for the Fraternal Order of Eagles in both Michigan
and Canada and several Boy Scout Camps make their homes in the Lake area,
including one which was formerly the Harry Bennet Home of Ford Motor Company
lore.

All this and in a picturesque setting too. The Lake Area is a fine mixture of
recreational fun, a get-away-from-it-all retreat and loaded with natural beauty for
every season.

Lakes around the resort area include Eight Point Lake, Mystic Lake, Crooked Lake,
Perch Lake, Gray Lake, Big Mud Lake, Big Cranberry Lake, Bass Lake, Bullhead
Lake, Spillway Lake, Three Lakes, Bluff Lake and Grass Lake.

Thank You for visiting our Web Site and we invite you to acquaint yourself with all
our merchants. Have a great stay with us.

Lake is located in Garfield Township: Supervisor - Bill Scott (989)544-2131
Clerk - Florence Mowery (989)544-2445
Treasurer - Robin Yarhouse (989)544-2926