Long Lake is a 4.5 square mile lake in Northern Michigan, just outside of Traverse City. It blends peace and quiet with easily accessibility to the restaurants and shops of Traverse City. The lake’s 88,000 feet of shoreline includes sandy beaches, of which the most popular is at the lake’s northwest end. The lake’s sandy bottom makes it perfect for swimming in the crystal clear water.

To the unmistakable call of the common loon as a backdrop, Long Lake is an ideal place for fishing, waterskiing, sailing, and kayaking. Public boat launches are available at the west end of the lake, and at the north end in Gilbert Park. The four islands on the lake are great picnic sites, and South Island is a natural preserve with hiking trails open to the public.

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