Public Letters of Correspondence
A Beautiful History
In 1893, a natural glacier made a body of water located in Section 29 of Silver Creek Township known as “Woolman’s Lake.” This name was later changed. Every spring when the sap rose from the roots of the large Maple Trees that surround the lake, natives from the local Potawatomi Indian Tribe maintained numerous sugar camps in these wooded areas. The name of the lake was thus changed to …
Indian Lake
Located in Southwest Michigan
A 90-minute drive from Chicago and a quick jaunt to St. Joseph, MI make this inland lake nestled in the fruit and wine belt of Michigan a great place to enjoy life! While one of the first lakes to install a sewer system to improve the water quality for the over 350 seasonal or year round residents, the ongoing stewardship of the lake is the responsibility of the The Indian Lake Improvement Association or ILIA. Under the direction of its elected Board of Directors the ILIA’s actions have continued to enhance not only the water quality but improved the all around recreational usage, making it a perfect location to unwind with friends and family.
Things to do —
Perfectly placed in the fruit belt and winery area of Silver Creek and Pokagon Townships in Cass County, Michigan, this lake is the perfect place to entertain.
Indian Lake offers full recreational water activities, including a Yacht Club with a launch ramp, as well as other water sport activities such as boating, sailing, and fishing. The lake is close to golf courses, restaurants, fruit stands and u-pick orchards, produce farms, wineries and breweries and nearby shopping opportunities.
Upcoming Events
Events will be posted in this area when they become available.