Gun Lake (Michigan)

Gun Lake
Gun Lake, Michigan, at sunrise.
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Gun Lake
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Location of the lake in Michigan.
Gun Lake
LocationBarry / Allegan counties, Michigan[1]
Coordinates42°36′N 85°31′W / 42.600°N 85.517°W / 42.600; -85.517
TypeLake
Basin countriesUnited States
Surface area2,680 acres (10.8 km2)
Max. depth66 ft (20 m)[1]
Surface elevation745 ft (227 m)[1]

Gun Lake is a lake in the U.S. state of Michigan, located mostly in Barry County with the southwestern tip extending into Allegan County. Along most of the lake are numerous summer homes, cottages, and permanent residences. The Yankee Springs Recreation Area is based on northeastern portions of the lake. Gun Lake is the location of a State Park with a boat launch, two beaches, a campground, and picnic areas.