Lake trip · Charlevoix County, Michigan
Where to stay at Susan Lake
Susan Lake covers 126 acres in Charlevoix County. Compare cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals below. The water-quality readings cover nutrients and algae; they are not a stay-or-skip rating. Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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Places to stay near Susan Lake
Cabins, resorts, hotels, and vacation rentals near Susan Lake in Charlevoix County, Michigan — live availability and prices. Add your dates to see totals.
Top-rated places to stay near Susan Lake
Prices for Sep 18–20, 4 adults. Change dates on the map below.
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About the water
Susan Lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. Algae (chlorophyll-a) measures 1.3 µg/L. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim. The readings are not a reason to skip cabins and rentals around the lake.
Best time to visit
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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About Susan Lake
Fish: Blacknose shiner, Bluegill, Bluntnose minnow, Central mudminnow, Common shiner, Iowa darter, Largemouth bass, Northern pike.
Fishing & license
When to fish Susan Lake — the seasonal windows by species, from state survey data.
Michigan fishing license
A fishing license is required at age 17 and older; anglers under 17 may fish without a license but must follow all fishing rules (a voluntary $2 youth license is offered for ages 16 and under, and any adult actively assisting a minor must be licensed). Michigan residents 65+ or legally blind residents qualify for the $11 senior annual license; license fees are waived for Michigan resident veterans with 100% disability, resident active-duty military, and individuals with a developmental disability. · Michigan's annual fishing license is valid from March 1 through March 31 of the following year, and the 2026 regulations apply April 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027. Fishing is available year-round — many species are open all year — but gamefish have possession seasons (e.g., walleye and northern pike on Lower Peninsula inland waters open the last Saturday in April through March 15, Upper Peninsula waters May 15 – March 15, and bass opens the Saturday before Memorial Day on most waters).
Prices as published by Michigan Department of Natural Resources, 2026.
Camping & RV near Susan Lake
Search public campgrounds and RV sites near Susan Lake on Recreation.gov, then compare cabins, resorts, and rentals on the map above.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins, resorts, and vacation rentals around Susan Lake in Charlevoix County, Michigan are on the map above with live availability and nightly prices. Waterfront rentals put you on the dock; lodging in the nearest town is usually cheaper with more choice.
Susan Lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. A water-quality reading is not a swimming clearance. The state water agency and county health departments post current advisories; check them before you swim.
Late spring through early fall, with June through August the peak season for swimming, boating, and fishing.
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LakeQuality Lake Trip Planner (2026)
Free trip-planning guide for Susan Lake: how to pick a clean lake, the water-quality signals that matter, best swimming and fishing windows, and where to stay.
Lodging availability and prices are provided by Stay22 and its booking partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia); LakeQuality may earn a commission from bookings at no extra cost to you. Water-quality readings are independent of lodging listings. Always check current health-department advisories and managing-agency conditions before you travel.