Gunpowder Lake

About Gunpowder Lake

Gun Lake, a 2,680-hectare lake, was created in the mid-19th century by the construction of a dam on the banks of Gun Lake in Michigan, USA. Local farmers were so concerned about their farmland that the dam mysteriously exploded several times. It has been a tourist destination for well over a century and, after its establishment, a popular tourist attraction for many years to come.

Gun Lake was originally home to the powerful chief Noonday, the Ottawa Indian leader in southern Michigan, and he was so revered that he named a street in the area after him. Gun Lake has now peacefully transformed into a well-deserved tourist destination and popular tourist attraction in Michigan.

At the end of the 19th century, the lake was a refuge for fishermen, and soon the tourists followed. In 1885, the Morrell family opened a steam boat that offered midnight rides on Gun Lake, and Chicago's elite traveled there to enjoy fishing, boating and the clear waters.

Wealthy families began to buy land and build spacious huts along the coast, and by 1895 more than 5,000 people were attending the annual Gun Lake Festival, one of North America's biggest sporting events.

Michigan's favorite villain Al Capone once owned a house and guesthouse overlooking Gun Lake, and one of the most eye-catching residences is in a recently renovated, prestigious waterfront resort.

Today, the shores of Gun Lake are surrounded by a number of buildings integrated into the resort year-round, including a hotel, restaurant and spa, as well as an outdoor swimming pool.

Homes are available in all price ranges, with homes available for as little as $1.5 million and over $2,200.

Several hiking trails are available where you can enjoy wetlands, biotopes, highland forests and prairies. Horse riding is available on horse-drawn caravans for those who want to enjoy the many hiking trails, and over 300 campsites range from rustic to modern cabins and all-day activities. Many vacation rentals are located in Gun Lake, with a variety of options for single and apartment buildings.

The area includes nine lakes within its borders, with more than 1,000 hectares of wetlands, wetlands and highland forests, and over 300 campsites.

Leisure boating, including jet skiing and pontoon, is a popular warm weather activity, and many Gun Lake resorts offer pontoons and fishing boats. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) provides two public boat moorings on the lake for those who bring their own boats, or boats can be rented at local facilities. Sandy bottoms and shallow depths make it ideal for kayaking, snorkeling, canoeing and other recreational activities.

In the summer months, the Gun Lake business association offers a nearly lake-like run on Fridays and Saturdays from 12 noon to 5 pm. This is the perfect way to visit local shops and a good alternative to a drive - through the local grocery store.

Downstream, the Gun River is designated a trout stream for much of its length, and offers a variety of fishing experiences. Three ponds for farmed salmon are located on the north and south sides of the lake. The waters of Gun Lake can be used in spring, summer and autumn along with a number of other water sports.

In recent years, more than one trophy fish has been pulled out of the water, especially the blue- and redfish and whitefish.

The autumnal colors entice visitors to enjoy the best autumn colors, and Gun Lake does not lose its appeal even with falling temperatures. Winter brings the coldest temperatures in summer, but not as cold as the spring and summer months, so that it loses none of its appeal even with autumn temperatures.

For avid golfers, there are ten golf courses within a short drive, and one way to encourage young people to look forward to their Gun Lake vacation is to pick up a copy of Johnnie Tuitel's book, "Gun Lake, Michigan," by Robert E. Howard. The paperback series by John Ronnie Tuitsel tells the story of a group of gifted children who go on holiday to GunLake in the summer.

It is a great read for children and adults of all ages, as well as for those interested in children's books and sports.