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Crooked Lake
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Crooked Lake
Location in Michigan
Location Oakland County, Michigan
Coordinates 42°46′38″N 83°23′37″W / 42.777252°N 83.393555°W / 42.777252; -83.393555
Basin countries United States
Surface area 68 acres (28 ha)
Max. depth 65 ft (20 m)
Surface elevation 293 meters (961 feet)
Settlements Independence Township

Crooked Lake is a cool lake in Michigan, covering about 68 acres. That's like 50 football fields! It's part of the Clinton River system.

This lake is pretty deep, reaching down to 65 feet at its deepest point. You can find Crooked Lake in Independence Township, which is in Oakland County.

Discover Crooked Lake

Crooked Lake is located in a busy part of Michigan. You can find it east of Sashabaw Road. It's also south of Shappie Road. It's a great spot for nature lovers.

Connected Waters

Crooked Lake isn't alone. It's connected to another lake upstream. This lake is called Upper Bushman Lake. Water flows from Upper Bushman Lake into Crooked Lake.

A Bit of History

Did you know Crooked Lake used to have a different name? It was once known as Lower Bushman Lake. Over time, its name changed to Crooked Lake.

What Lives in Crooked Lake?

Crooked Lake is home to many different kinds of fish. It's a popular spot for fishing. Unlike some other lakes, Crooked Lake does not have a "catch-and-release" rule. This means if you catch a fish, you can keep it.

Here are some of the fish you might find in Crooked Lake:

These fish make Crooked Lake a lively place. It's a fun spot for anyone who enjoys fishing.

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