Long Lake (Montmorency County, Michigan) facts for kids
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View of Long Lake from the eastern shore; Meltzer Island is slightly visible.
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 Long Lake
Location in Michigan
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| Location | Montmorency County, Michigan (Hillman & Montmorency townships) |
| Coordinates | 45°07′33″N 83°58′21″W / 45.125946°N 83.972370°W |
| Type | Kettle lake |
| Part of | Thunder Bay Watershed |
| Primary inflows | Long Lake Creek |
| Primary outflows | Little Brush Creek |
| Max. length | 1.8 mi (2.9 km) |
| Max. width | 0.4 mi (0.64 km) |
| Surface area | 295 acres (119 ha) |
| Max. depth | 90.0 ft (27.4 m) |
| Residence time | 6.1 years |
| Shore length1 | 5.7 mi (9.2 km) |
| Surface elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Islands | Meltzer Island |
| 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure. | |
Long Lake is a cool lake in northeastern Montmorency County, Michigan. It covers about 295 acres, which is a lot of space! The lake is mostly in Montmorency Township. A small part of it is also in Hillman Township. It's even partly inside the Mackinaw State Forest. The closest town is Hillman, about 6 miles away. Long Lake used to be known as Eagle Lake.
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Discover Long Lake
Long Lake is a popular spot for fun activities, especially in summer. People love to visit for fishing and boating. It's a great place to enjoy nature and spend time outdoors.
What Makes Long Lake Special?
Long Lake has two main parts. These parts are connected by a narrow channel about 500 feet long. This makes the lake interesting to explore.
Exploring Meltzer Island and Ghost Bay
In the bigger northern part of the lake, you'll find a small island. People unofficially call it Meltzer Island. It's a neat little spot in the middle of the water.
Also in the north, there's a small area called Ghost Bay. It got this name because the bottom of the bay can be tricky. Plus, tall trees around it block a lot of sunlight. This makes it feel a bit mysterious!
Fun Activities: Fishing and Boating
Long Lake is a favorite place for fishing and boating during the warmer months. Many different kinds of fish live here. If you like fishing, you might catch:
It's a perfect lake for a day out on the water with friends or family!
