Lake Charlevoix
is the state’s third largest inland lake with a total of 17,260 acres, located in the northern region of the Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. It connects through Round Lake to the city of Charlevoix and then to Lake Michigan. An interesting historical note is that Ernest Hemingway lived on Lake Charlevoix at one time. Today, Lake Charlevoix is one of the hottest lake resorts in the country, where you’ll find an abundance of natural attractions, as well as fine dining and excellent shopping, art galleries, antique shops and clothing boutiques. Lake Charlevoix offers beautiful beaches, fishing, boating, hiking, biking, state parks and camping, and lots of golf courses. The three main beaches of the area are Lake Michigan Beach, from which one can see a lighthouse, the pier and fish hatchery. Depot Beach and Ferry Beach are located on Lake Charlevoix. Also, the Charlevoix Snowmobile Trail connects with the Jordan River State Forest Trail and also connects with the Northern Michigan Snowmobile trail network. In spite of its’ popularity, Lake Charlevoix retains an old-fashioned atmosphere with an attractive marina and tree-lined streets and Victorian architecture. Lake Charlevoix is also home to an annual Apple Festival and a Waterfront Art Fair. Also, a Venetian Festival is a weeklong affair with boat parades, Venetian games, arts and crafts and other attractions.
Surrounding areas: Boyne City, Michigan (6.7 mi), Charlevoix, Michigan (7.2 mi), Petoskey, Michigan (10.3 mi), Boyne Falls, Michigan (12.5 mi), Harbor Springs, Michigan (13.1 mi), Crooked Lake, Michigan (16.9 mi), Torch Lake, Michigan (17.6 mi)
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Lake Charlevoix Vacation Rentals
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Lake Charlevoix Weather & Climate
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The Great Lakes dominate northern Michigan%u2019s weather. What is known as %u201Clake effect snow squalls%u201D bring locally heavy snow to northern and western Michigan, with the southwest receiving much less snow. Summers tend to be sunny as the cool water of the Lakes chills the air near the Earth%u2019s surface, producing a stable atmosphere. The Lakes also modify summer high temperatures, making the northern parts of the state a popular vacation spot. Summer temperatures are typically in the upper 70s to lower 80s, with cool nights. Autumn is too cool for swimming, but is a great time for other outdoor attractions. The luminous phenomenon known as the Northern Lights is usually visible from northern Michigan 30 nights per year, most commonly in March, April, September and October.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
28°F |
12°F |
2.52 in. |
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| February |
32°F |
11°F |
1.59 in. |
- |
| March |
41°F |
19°F |
2.23 in. |
- |
| April |
55°F |
30°F |
2.40 in. |
- |
| May |
69°F |
40°F |
2.73 in. |
- |
| June |
77°F |
48°F |
2.82 in. |
- |
| July |
81°F |
54°F |
2.91 in. |
- |
| August |
79°F |
52°F |
3.44 in. |
- |
| September |
71°F |
45°F |
3.56 in. |
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| October |
60°F |
37°F |
3.16 in. |
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| November |
45°F |
28°F |
2.70 in. |
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| December |
33°F |
19°F |
2.61 in. |
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Lake Charlevoix Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Pellston Regional Of Emmet County airport (PLN) located about 26 miles northeast of Lake Charlevoix in Pellston, Michigan, the Otsego County airport (GLR) located approximately 27 miles southeast of Lake Charlevoix in Gaylord, Michigan, the Cherry Capital airport (TVC) located roughly 42 miles southwest of Lake Charlevoix in Traverse City, Michigan, and finally the Chippewa County International airport (CIU) located around 74 miles northeast of Lake Charlevoix in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan.
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Lake Charlevoix Attractions
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| | | Golf Courses |
| Belvedere Golf Club | Charlevoix | MI | 7.2 mi. | | | Charlevoix Country Club | Charlevoix | MI | 7.2 mi. | | | Charlevoix Golf Course | Charlevoix | MI | 7.2 mi. | | | Dunmaglas Golf Course | Charlevoix | MI | 7.2 mi. | | | Mallard Golf Club | East Jordan | MI | 8.3 mi. | | | Ye Nyne Olde Holles | East Jordan | MI | 8.3 mi. | | | Antrim Dells Golf Club | Ellsworth | MI | 9.4 mi. | | | Springbrook Golf Club | Walloon Lake | MI | 9.6 mi. | | | Crooked Tree Golf Club | Petoskey | MI | 10.3 mi. | | | Chestnut Valley Golf Course | Harbor Springs | MI | 13.1 mi. | | | Harbor Point Golf Club | Harbor Springs | MI | 13.1 mi. | | | Little Traverse Bay Golf Club | Harbor Springs | MI | 13.1 mi. | | | Bellaire Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 20.6 mi. | | | Chief Golf Course | Bellaire | MI | 20.6 mi. | | | Farm Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 20.6 mi. | | | Hawks Eye Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 20.6 mi. | | | Hidden River Golf & Casting Club | Brutus | MI | 22.7 mi. | | | Maple Ridge Golf Club | Brutus | MI | 22.7 mi. | | | Lakes of the North Deer Run Golf Course | Mancelona | MI | 25.8 mi. | | | Windmill Farm of Mancelona | Mancelona | MI | 25.8 mi. | | | Gaylord Country Club | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Green Trees Golf | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Hidden Valley Resort | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Michaywe Hills Golf Club | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Natural at Beaver Creek Resort | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Elk Rapids Golf Course | Elk Rapids | MI | 29.3 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Boyne USA Resorts | Boyne Falls | MI | 12.4 mi. | | | Nubs Nob | Harbor Springs | MI | 13.0 mi. | | | Shanty Creek | Bellaire | MI | 20.4 mi. | | | Treetops Sylvan | Gaylord | MI | 27.7 mi. | | | Sugar Loaf Resort | Cedar | MI | 43.8 mi. | | | The Homestead Resort | Glen Arbor | MI | 49.2 mi. | | | Crystal Mountain | Thompsonville | MI | 65.5 mi. | | | Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort | Cadillac | MI | 71.7 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Young State Park | | MI | 5.0 mi. | | | Burt Lake State Park | | MI | 25.5 mi. | | | Otsego Lake State Park | | MI | 32.0 mi. | | | Wilderness State Park | | MI | 33.7 mi. | | | Aloha State Park | | MI | 36.4 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Dennos Museum Center | Traverse City | MI | 42.6 mi. | (Multidisciplinary) | | Mackinac State Historic Parks | Mackinac Island | MI | 47.0 mi. | (History) |
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