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Mowe Lake
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Mowe Lake
Location in Michigan
Location Delta County, Michigan
Coordinates 46°8′39.30″N 86°34′40.18″W / 46.1442500°N 86.5778278°W / 46.1442500; -86.5778278
Basin countries United States
Surface area 24 acres (10 ha)
Surface elevation 791 ft (241 m)
Mowe Lake Topo
A topographic map of the Mowe Lake area

Mowe Lake is a peaceful, small lake located in the northern part of Delta County, Michigan. It covers about 24 acres, which is roughly the size of 18 football fields! This lovely lake is nestled within the huge Hiawatha National Forest, a wonderful place for outdoor adventures.

Where is Mowe Lake Located?

Mowe Lake can be found in the upper part of Michigan. It's very close to where Delta County meets Alger and Schoolcraft counties. You can reach the lake by following trail 2692, which many people call Mowe Lake Road. This trail is about half a mile north of trail 2225, past some smaller ponds.

What Can You Do at Mowe Lake?

Mowe Lake is a great spot for people who love nature and quiet activities.

  • There are simple, or "primitive," campsites available. This means you can camp out and enjoy the wilderness.
  • The lake also has a small boat launch. This makes it easy to put a small boat into the water for fishing or exploring.

Other Lakes Nearby

If you enjoy visiting lakes, Mowe Lake is surrounded by several others in the area. Some of these nearby lakes include:

These lakes, along with Mowe Lake, offer many chances to enjoy the beautiful Michigan outdoors.

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