Little Glen Lake Picnic Area

View of Little Glen from the picnic area

D. Newman

Quick Facts

Location:

6629 S Dune Hwy, Glen Arbor, MI 49636

Amenities

6 listed

Beach/Water Access, Parking - Auto, Pets Allowed, Picnic Table, Restroom, Toilet - Vault/Composting

Cool off after the Dune Climb or have a picnic lunch at this inviting, grassy site on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. The picnic area, across M-109 from the Dune Climb, on Little Glen Lake is a great spot to launch a kayak, canoe, or SUP to float on strikingly blue water that rivals the Caribbean. The beach at the picnic area is mostly grass, and the sand is a tad rocky, but it's perfect for a wade into Little Glen.

The lake is also a fantastic place to fish. There are abundant populations of yellow perch, smallmouth bass, and northern pike along with both brown trout and lake trout.

The mill pond across M-109 from the picnic area is an active lake, bigger than it first appears. A great place to watch birds, this lake always seems to produce interesting and varied sightings: herons and egrets live here most of the summer. Within the green belt area several native plant species to identify as well. 

Paddle safe

Before going out for a paddle, check the weather. Have a boating plan and make sure others know it. Buddy up, don't go out alone. Check your boat and make sure it is safe for conditions. And always keep the shoreline in sight.

Wear It! 

The State of Michigan requires all vessels have a life jacket or personal flotation device for every person on board or being towed.

Clean Your Boats

Please clean, drain, and dry your boat after you leave any body of water, especially Lake Michigan, to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. This is especially important for our inland lakes.For more information on aquatic invasive species and their impacts to lakes, streams, and how we recreate please visit the following websites:
www.protectyourwaters.net
www.nps.gov/slbe/naturescience/nonnativespecies.htm