The Top 6 Lakes around Chelsea
Looking to visit the best lakes around Chelsea? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Chelsea’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 3, 2025
Blind Lake Walk-In Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Set about halfway along the 17-mile Potawatomi Trail loop in Pinckney Recreation Area, Blind Lake is a hike-in only campground with 10 rustic sites. Each site has a fire ring, …
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Waterloo State Recreation Area
Highlight • Forest
Michigan’s largest state park, spanning more than 20,000 acres of rolling forest, wetlands, and over 40 inland lakes. The park is a showcase of glacial geology, with kettle lakes, eskers, …
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Pinckney State Recreation Area
Highlight • Trail
A 11,000-acre park known for its rolling forests, quiet inland lakes, and one of Michigan’s best networks of hiking and biking trails. The eastern half of the 34-mile Waterloo–Pinckney Trail …
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Portage River
Highlight • River
This is a small river that connects Watson Lake and Halfmon Lake. There are some nice views of the water as you pass over the bridge here.
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Winnewana Impoundment
Highlight • Lake
This 500-acre lake is a highly popular fishing spot, with several boat launch areas that also offer nice views of the water. There are miles of trails running along the water, providing you with an up-close water experience.
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