Welcome To Fife Lake

Discover the Charm of Fife Lake

Fife Lake is a beautiful and exciting place to visit during any season! The 617-acre lake is open to all types of water sports, as well as exceptional fishing and swimming opportunities. Deeply rooted in the logging industry, the lake was discovered years ago by a crew creating a road between Midland and Traverse City. With a great hospitality sense to all who visit, it is a family friendly destination offering something for everyone!

Fife Lake  is well known for its “Best 4th in the North” event, when the community offers family friendly activities throughout the entire weekend. The schedule includes a parade, steam train event, car show, and a beautiful 4th of July fireworks display. 

Explore the Downtown!

Downtown Fife Lake is easily walkable and is a very short distance to the shoreline of lake itself. It offers several shops and dining, not to mention the newly renovated Historical Museum and Old School House along its elaborate historical self-guided tour.

Fun in 4 Seasons

Summers in Fife Lake feature music in the park and a farmer’s market and outdoor movies in the park. There is a snowmobile trail and ice fishing for winter enthusiasts as well.

Featured Events

Ice Fishing Derby

Annual Ice Fishing Tourney & shanty decor contest, with the largest fish taking home cash & prizes for top finishers!

Christmas in the Village

Come and celebrate the Christmas season with us!

Scarecrow Festival

A mid-October celebration of Fall fun and free activities for families in beautiful downtown Fife Lake!

Stories From Fife Lake

Winter Fun This Weekend in Fife Lake: 12th Annual Cardboard Classic at Carly’s Hill

Get ready for a day of winter excitement in Fife Lake! The 12th Annual Cardboard Classic at Carly’s Hill is happening this Saturday from 11:00am to 3:00pm, offering a perfect mix of playful competition and cozy community fun. When: Saturday, January 25 •...
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Discover Fall Fun at Fife Lake’s Annual Scarecrow Festival

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 12th, 2024   As Fife Lake hosts the Annual Scarecrow Festival! From 11 AM - 2 PM at Memorial Park, the whole family is invited to enjoy a fun-filled day of autumn activities—and it’s completely free!  Click Here for...
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Farmer’s Markets Along 131 North This Fall Season

Enjoy Fresh, Local Fall Harvest and Support Local Farmers! Farmer’s markets are more than just a place to buy fresh produce; they are vibrant community hubs that come alive with the colors and flavors of fall. This season, experience Northern Michigan in its autumn...
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Experience the Best 4th in the North: Fife Lake’s Independence Day Celebration

Fife Lake - The Best 4th in the North  Fife Lake is proud to put on The Best 4th in The North this holiday weekend, with this year’s theme, Those Were The Days promising a series of fun-filled events from July 4th to July 7th. Whether you’re a local resident or a...
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Find a Farmer’s Market Along 131 North This Summer

Enjoy Fresh, Local Produce and Support Local Farmers! Farmer's markets are more than just a place to buy fresh fruits and vegetables; they are vibrant community hubs where you can meet local farmers, artisans, and fellow food enthusiasts. There's no better way to...
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Fall Is Calling!

Fall color is rolling in and there is a chill in the air. With our varied elevations along the 131 North corridor we see are seeing a wide range of color right now, with color saturation ranging anywhere from 50% to 100% peak! For the past several months with most of...
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Manton
Fife Lake
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Walloon Lake
Cadillac
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