Cranberry Lake - Oakland Charter Twp

Located in Oakland County, Michigan

Cranberry Lake is a 59-acre lake located in Oakland Charter Township, Michigan. Detroit is 35 miles southeast, and Ann Arbor is 64 miles south.

The closest location for emergency care is Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, 10 miles south. The Oakland County International Airport is 26 miles southwest.

A Cozy, Quiet Lake

Cranberry Lake is a fantastic option for those seeking a quiet retreat! It's nestled in a county park that offers hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. In terms of fun on the water, Cranberry Lake is excellent for kayaking, paddleboarding, or fishing.

What's Nearby?

After a long day on the water, grab a bite to eat in Lake Orion. Examples of excellent cuisine include 313 Pizza Bar, Sagebrush Cantina, Oat Soda Lake Orion, and Fork n' Pint Lake Orion.

If you're looking for more fun off of the water Addison Oaks County Park, a 1,140-acre park, offers over 20 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and much more! As far as lake activities go, you've found your next out-of-the-way escape, as there is plenty to do on the water.

The park offers boat and kayak rentals for those looking to spend a sunny day paddling, cruising, or swimming. Buhl is also extremely popular with local anglers, with its healthy populations of largemouth bass, northern pike, and bluegill.

Visit Detroit

Located an hour south of Cranberry Lake, the list of things to do in Detroit is seemingly endless.

Near Downtown, the neoclassical Detroit Institute of Arts is famed for the Detroit Industry Murals painted by Diego Rivera and inspired by the city’s ties to the auto industry, giving it the nickname "Motor City."

The Henry Ford Museum provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America’s traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness, and innovation. This awe-inspiring experience is also home to Rosa Parks Bus and JFK’s limo.

No matter who you’re traveling with, everyone enjoys the Detroit International RiverWalk. With views of our neighbor Canada, the Ambassador Bridge, and the GM Renaissance Center, you’re in for a great afternoon.

Why Cranberry Lake?

If you're seeking a quiet spot that's not too far away from the action, you've found the perfect match in Cranberry Lake!