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Walloon-Lake
is located in the northwest portion of Michigans Lower Peninsula just south of Petoskey near Little Traverse Bay. Considered one of the prettiest freshwater lakes in the world, Walloon Lake is the 26th largest lake in Michigan. During pre-glacial times, the lake existed as a river valley and was reshaped and deepened by glacial activity. The lake surface is 7.3 square miles and has a shoreline of 30 miles. It is about 100 feet above the elevation of Little Traverse Bay. Beautiful Walloon Lake has had many well known visitors, including Ernest Hemingway and his family, who made it their summertime getaway when he was young. Abundant wildlife is located in the area and great care is taken by officials to maintain the clean water and fresh air surrounding Walloon Lake. Recreational activities available in the area include fishing, boating, swimming, water skiing, hiking and camping. Autumn is a wonderful time to visit for fall color tours and snowmobiling and cross-country skiing are available in winter. Nearby, the city of Petoskey offers its "Gaslight Shopping District, which is a six-square-block area with more than 70 art galleries, craft and specialty shops and restaurants.
Surrounding areas: Boyne City, Michigan (5.1 mi), Lake Charlevoix, Michigan (5.3 mi), Petoskey, Michigan (6.3 mi), Boyne Falls, Michigan (9.6 mi), Harbor Springs, Michigan (10.3 mi), Charlevoix, Michigan (11.8 mi), Crooked Lake, Michigan (12.2 mi)
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Walloon Lake Vacation Rentals
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Walloon Lake Hotels and Resorts
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| Dicksons Lodge | 2000 Springvele | Walloon Lake, MI | | (231) 535-2415 | | Water Street Inn | 200 Front St | Boyne City, MI | 5.1 mi. | (231) 582-3000 | | Super 8 Motel | 2645 Charlevoix Ave | Petoskey, MI | 5.7 mi. | (231) 439-8000 | | Inn At Bay Harbor | 3600 Village Harbor Dr | Bay Harbor, MI | 5.8 mi. | (231) 549-6040 | | Comfort Inn Petoskey | 1314 US 31 N | Petoskey, MI | 6.8 mi. | (231) 347-3220 | | Days Inn Petoskey | 1420 US 131 South | Petoskey, MI | 6.8 mi. | (231) 234-3900 | | Econo Lodge - Petoskey | 1858 US 131 S | Petoskey, MI | 6.8 mi. | (231) 348-3324 | | Econo Lodge South | 1859 Us Hwy 131 S | Petoskey, MI | 6.8 mi. | (231) 348-3324 | | Hampton Inn & Suites | 920 Spring St US 131 | Petoskey, MI | 6.8 mi. | (231) 348-9555 | | Boyne Mountain Resort | 02800 Boyne Mountain Rd | Boyne Falls, MI | 9.5 mi. | (800) 462-6963 | | Best Western Of Harbor Springs | 8514 M-119 | Harbor Springs, MI | 10.2 mi. | (616) 347-9050 | | Sleep In Hotel | 801 Petoskey Ave | Charlevoix, MI | 11.1 mi. | (231) 547-0300 | | Americinn Lodge & Suites | 11800 US 31 N | Charlevoix, MI | 11.9 mi. | (231) 237-0988 | | Boyne Highlands Resort | 600 Highlands Dr | Harbor Springs, MI | 13.2 mi. | (231) 549-6040 | | Crooked River Lodge | 6845 US 31 N | Alanson, MI | 15.7 mi. | (231) 548-5000 | | Holiday Inn Express | 4375 Brudy Rd | Indian River, MI | 20.9 mi. | (231) 238-3000 | | Holiday Inn Express | 1600 US 31 N | Pellston, MI | 21.7 mi. | (231) 539-7000 | | Shanty Creek | One Shanty Creek Rd | Bellaire, MI | 23.1 mi. | (231) 533-8621 | | Quality Inn | 137 West St | Gaylord, MI | 23.8 mi. | (989) 732-7541 | | Days Inn | 1201 W Main | Gaylord, MI | 23.9 mi. | (989) 732-2200 | | Best Western Alpine Lodge | 833 W Main St | Gaylord, MI | 24.2 mi. | (989) 732-2431 | | Red Roof Inn & Suites | 510 S Wisconsin | Gaylord, MI | 24.3 mi. | (989) 731-6331 | | Royal Crest Lodge | 803 S Otsego Ave | Gaylord, MI | 24.8 mi. | (989) 732-6451 | | Hampton Inn-gaylord | 230 Dickerson Rd | Gaylord, MI | 25.3 mi. | (888) 731-4500 | | Econo Lodge | 2880 S Otsego | Gaylord, MI | 26.1 mi. | (989) 732-5133 | | Marsh Ridge Resort | 4815 Old 27 S | Gaylord, MI | 26.6 mi. | (989) 732-6794 | | Treetops Resort | 3962 Wilkinson Rd | Gaylord, MI | 27.4 mi. | (888) 873-3867 |
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| Deer Lake Bed & Breakfast | 631 E Deer LK Rd | Boyne City, MI | 4.8 mi. | (231) 582-9039 |
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Walloon Lake Weather & Climate
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The Great Lakes dominate northern Michigan's weather. What is known as "lake effect snow squalls" 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's 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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High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
26°F |
14°F |
2.05 in. |
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| February |
27°F |
12°F |
1.23 in. |
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| March |
36°F |
21°F |
1.99 in. |
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| April |
47°F |
32°F |
2.47 in. |
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| May |
59°F |
43°F |
2.66 in. |
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| June |
69°F |
53°F |
2.59 in. |
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| July |
74°F |
59°F |
3.13 in. |
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| August |
73°F |
58°F |
3.46 in. |
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| September |
66°F |
50°F |
3.67 in. |
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| October |
55°F |
40°F |
3.18 in. |
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| November |
42°F |
30°F |
2.55 in. |
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| December |
31°F |
21°F |
2.17 in. |
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Walloon Lake Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Pellston Regional Of Emmet County airport (PLN) located about 22 miles northeast of Walloon Lake in Pellston, Michigan, the Otsego County airport (GLR) located approximately 24 miles southeast of Walloon Lake in Gaylord, Michigan, the Cherry Capital airport (TVC) located roughly 46 miles southwest of Walloon Lake in Traverse City, Michigan, the Chippewa County International airport (CIU) located around 71 miles northeast of Walloon Lake in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, and finally the Alpena County Regional airport (APN) located about 72 miles east of Walloon Lake in Alpena, Michigan.
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Walloon Lake Attractions
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| | | Golf Courses |
| Springbrook Golf Club | Walloon Lake | MI | | | | Crooked Tree Golf Club | Petoskey | MI | 6.3 mi. | | | Chestnut Valley Golf Course | Harbor Springs | MI | 10.3 mi. | | | Harbor Point Golf Club | Harbor Springs | MI | 10.3 mi. | | | Little Traverse Bay Golf Club | Harbor Springs | MI | 10.3 mi. | | | Mallard Golf Club | East Jordan | MI | 10.6 mi. | | | Ye Nyne Olde Holles | East Jordan | MI | 10.6 mi. | | | Belvedere Golf Club | Charlevoix | MI | 11.8 mi. | | | Charlevoix Country Club | Charlevoix | MI | 11.8 mi. | | | Charlevoix Golf Course | Charlevoix | MI | 11.8 mi. | | | Dunmaglas Golf Course | Charlevoix | MI | 11.8 mi. | | | Antrim Dells Golf Club | Ellsworth | MI | 13.9 mi. | | | Hidden River Golf & Casting Club | Brutus | MI | 18.2 mi. | | | Maple Ridge Golf Club | Brutus | MI | 18.2 mi. | | | Bellaire Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 23.2 mi. | | | Chief Golf Course | Bellaire | MI | 23.2 mi. | | | Farm Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 23.2 mi. | | | Hawks Eye Golf Club | Bellaire | MI | 23.2 mi. | | | Gaylord Country Club | Gaylord | MI | 24.6 mi. | | | Green Trees Golf | Gaylord | MI | 24.6 mi. | | | Hidden Valley Resort | Gaylord | MI | 24.6 mi. | | | Michaywe Hills Golf Club | Gaylord | MI | 24.6 mi. | | | Natural at Beaver Creek Resort | Gaylord | MI | 24.6 mi. | | | Lakes of the North Deer Run Golf Course | Mancelona | MI | 26.7 mi. | | | Windmill Farm of Mancelona | Mancelona | MI | 26.7 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Boyne USA Resorts | Boyne Falls | MI | 9.5 mi. | | | Nubs Nob | Harbor Springs | MI | 10.2 mi. | | | Shanty Creek | Bellaire | MI | 23.1 mi. | | | Treetops Sylvan | Gaylord | MI | 24.5 mi. | | | Sugar Loaf Resort | Cedar | MI | 48.5 mi. | | | The Homestead Resort | Glen Arbor | MI | 54.3 mi. | | | Crystal Mountain | Thompsonville | MI | 69.6 mi. | | | Caberfae Peaks Ski & Golf Resort | Cadillac | MI | 73.9 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Young State Park | | MI | 4.0 mi. | | | Burt Lake State Park | | MI | 20.2 mi. | | | Otsego Lake State Park | | MI | 29.6 mi. | | | Aloha State Park | | MI | 31.2 mi. | | | Wilderness State Park | | MI | 31.2 mi. | | | Fort Michilimackinac State Park | | MI | 36.9 mi. | | | Michilimackinac State Park | | MI | 36.9 mi. | | | Onaway State Park | | MI | 39.5 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Mackinac State Historic Parks | Mackinac Island | MI | 43.5 mi. | (History) | | Dennos Museum Center | Traverse City | MI | 46.6 mi. | (Multidisciplinary) |
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