Walloon Lake MI Information 

History:

Before it was called Walloon Lake, it was called Bear Lake until the late 1800's when the name was changed. In its early days, Walloon Lake was home to about 300 year-round residents. It wasn't until 1891 that a train station was put in at Walloon Lake and 2 years later, a steam-powered canal boat was brought to the lake. The boat, named The Tourist, reached 82-feet long and had room for a 14-person band to perform live music. Around the same time, resorts started to open on the lake and by the 1920's people started building homes there. What started off as a little town for the logging industry has turned into one of the most beautiful places to visits in Michigan!

What To Do in Walloon Lake:

Looking for things to do in Walloon Lake? They have some excellent fishing that can be enjoyed both during the summer and winter. There are also a few historic sites that can be visited in the area including the Hemingway family cottage. Nestled between Boyne City and Petoskey, the night life can be very fun and exciting. Be sure to grab your skis and head north to Walloon Lake during the winter months. The skiing is one of a kind in Michigan!

Fishing Walloon Lake:

Walloon Lake holds a number of species of fish, including Smallmouth Bass, Rock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Blue Gill, Trout, Northern Pike, Walleye and Perch. It is a popular lake for summer fishing from a boat and winter fishing on the ice. Walloon Lake is known for many Michigan Master Angler Awards for both Rock Bass and Smallmouth Bass. 

Historic Sites:

The two main historical attractions for Walloon Lake would be the Windemere, which is the childhood summer home of Ernest Hemingway. The house is still owned by the Hemingway family. The Walloon Lake Inn is also a place that a lot of history enthusiasts will visit. It is now a fine dining restaurant and culinary school.

Where is Walloon Lake Michigan?

Walloon Lake is located in the northern part of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. It sits between the towns of Petoskey and Boyne City, in Charlevoix and Emmet counties. The lake is a popular destination known for its clear waters and scenic beauty.

How Big is Walloon Lake?

• Area: 1.355 mi²
• Elevation: 712'
• Surface Area: 4,270 Acres
• Max. Depth: 100 ft
• Zip Codes: 49712, 49713, 49796
• Township: Melrose
• Area Code: 231

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$13,645,000

↓ $350,000

850 W Bear River Road, Petoskey

5 Beds 7 Baths 14,636 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 478781

$13,000,000

↓ $3,000,000

4265 Balsam Lane, Boyne City

14 Beds 8 Baths 5,700 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 475226

$7,990,000

6166 Lake Grove Road, Petoskey

4 Beds 6 Baths 4,706 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 476997

$7,700,000

651 South Shore Drive, Boyne City

5 Beds 6 Baths 4,400 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479403

$7,699,000

353 & 325 E Shadow Trails Road, Boyne City

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,458 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479502

$4,399,000

353 E Shadow Trails Road, Boyne City

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,540 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479503

$3,995,000

↓ $155,000

818 Whitfield View, Walloon Lake

4 Beds 4 Baths 4,600 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 478173

$3,290,000

325 E Shadow Trails Road, Boyne City

1 Bed 1 Bath 918 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479505

$2,695,000

↓ $155,000

4564 Oak Bluff, Walloon Lake

6 Beds 5 Baths 4,667 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 478280

$2,555,000

3135 Depew Road, Petoskey

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,981 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479947

$2,325,000

1474 North Shore Drive, Walloon

5 Beds 5 Baths 2,041 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479976

$2,100,000

8630 Curtis Lane, Petoskey

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,393 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479940

$1,299,000

4472 M-75 Highway, Walloon Lake

3 Beds 6 Baths 11,518 SqFt COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL MLS® # 478905

$1,240,000

4497 Fourth Street, Walloon Lake

4 Beds 4 Baths 2,673 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 480040

$659,900

↓ $40,000

4160 M-75 N, Walloon Lake

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,017 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 478330

$590,000

↓ $69,000

6243 Lake Grove Road, Petoskey

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,355 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479632

$550,000

5924 Walloon Meadows Circle, Petoskey

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,300 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 479957

$519,900

4041 Renwick Lane 14, Walloon Lake

1 Bed 1 Bath 981 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 478653

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$425,000

04480 Walloon Court, Boyne City

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,417 SqFt RESIDENTIAL MLS® # 480081

$98,700

↓ $11,300

Deerfield Trail, Boyne Falls

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Vacant Lot/Land MLS® # 1944170

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