Lake Shinanguag Goodrich MI information

Lake Shinanguag or Lake Shinny as the residents call it is the biggest lake near Goodrich.  There are quite a few smaller lakes but non are as big as Lake Shinanguag.  Many of them are not all sports lakes nor big enough to do tubing or water skiing on.  Lake Shinanguag is a private all sports lake that is about 238 acres in size.  It does not have a public boat launch site, or a DNR boat launch site.  Nor does it have a city, county, or public beach.

There are no wake restrictions or boating restrictions that I know of.  If you know of any email me at yesmyrealtor@gmail.com  The deepest spot on Shinanguag Lake comes from an old DNR lake map.  It says it is about 20 feet deep.

The water source for the lake is Kearsley Creek and spring fed.  The lake lies entirely in Atlas Township in Genessee County.  There is no marina, gas station, bar, or restaurant on the lake. The roads around the lake are a mixture of paved and gravel roads.  The homes are on well and septic systems.  There are no water ski courses, condominiums, or canals on the lake.

The children on the lake go to Goodrich schools.  The lake lots are all different sizes.  There are several that are over two acres in size.  Shinanguag Lake is located about two and a half miles south of Goodrich west of m-15 and north of Ortonville MI.

Lake Shinanguag is the largest body of water in the Goodrich area.  Most of the other lakes in the Goodrich area are much smaller in size.  The lake is a private all sports lake that is 238 acres in size.  An all sports lake means that you can have any type of boat, or jet ski.  You can tow people behind the boat and there are no restrictions except for state law.  Lake Shinanguag is for use by property owners only and has no access for the general public.  There is no DNR launch or public beach.  Lake Shinanguag also known as “Lake Shinny.”

Lake Shianguag is the summer hot spot for lake residents in Goodrich! On any given summer day you'll find families out on the water boating, jet skiing, skiing and tubing.From an aerial view of the lake it looks like there are two islands on the lake.  It looks like there is a home on one of the islands.  At one of the islands people gather in the shallow area, hang out and swim at.

 There will be people swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. In the winter the lake is awash with ice shanties and snowmobiles. Lake Shinanguag is one of Genesse County's hidden gem!

 History of Lake Shinanguag: The lake was originally named Neshinanguac Lake. Somewhere between 1873-1907 the name of the lake was changed from Neshinanguac Lake to Lake Shinanguag, an exact date was not found. Lake Shinanguag originally consisted of a spring fed swamp so in May of 1955, Lake Shinanguag began to be flooded and . On the west banks of Neshinanguac Lake, in the highway (Ridge Road), is the grave of an Indian mother, with her child.  It was once a spring fed swamp but today it’s a pristine lake that many call home.

Lake Shinanguag Homes & real estate Atlas MI

Here is a quick idea of what Shinanguag Lake homes are like.  All the homes are on well and septic systems.  The homes were not built until after the 1960's because Lake Shinaguag was not even a lake in the 1950's until they flooded a swamp to make the lake.  The waterfront homes were built from the 1960's to the present time. 

If you are looking for a home for sale on Lake Shinanguag or any lake in Oakland County or Genesse County MI you will love this website as it gives you so much information on local lakes to help you decide which lake in South eastern Michigan lakes is best for you. 

Some of the waterfront homes are quite large.  I would call them luxury lakefront estate homes. Lake Shinanguag homes range from 1500 square feet to 15,644 square foot.  There are a couple of homes that have 6093 square feet and 6928 square feet.  So you are going to find some very beautiful luxury lake homes on Shinanguag Lake.  There is one large luxury lakefront estate on Lakeshore Drive that is 15,644 square foot with eight bedrooms, eight full baths and five half baths.  This house sits on 2.2 acres.

The lake homes have from three bedrooms to eight bedrooms.  They have one and a half baths to eight full baths and five half baths.  They have garages from 2 car to over 6 plus car garages.  Most of the homes have basements and some of those are walk out basements. There are some homes on crawl spaces too.  There are some waterfront homes that sit on lots are over an acre.  Some of the homes have 2.2 acres, 3.21 acres, 5.34 acres, and 11 acres.  Homes on Lake Shinanguag are located in the Goodrich School District.  I have gathered most of this information on Shinanguag Lake from sold, and expired listings on the MLS in the last 10 years.

Are you considering a lakefront home in Genessee County and you think Lake Shinanguag homes might be for you?  Because the lake is so close to M-15, it is an easy commute to I-75 and I-69 and many local cities such as Goodrich, Clarkston, and Grand Blanc.  If you’re looking for a great way to live and some fun in the sun then Lake Shinanguag may be for you.  It is a great place to hang out on the water and may be a perfect place for you and your family.  

Ortonville Recreation Area with over 5400 acres is just a short ride away.  There are hiking trails, another lake,  Cross Country Ski Trails, Equestrian Trails, Snowmobile Trails, and Mountain Bike Trails.  Come relax with nature and enjoy all the area has to offer.  The highly-rated Ortonville Shooting Range is not too far away for the avid hunter or gun enthusiast.  There are two highly-rated golf courses nearby too.... The Captain’s Club at Woodfield and Warwick Hills Golf and Country. With the lake only being 5 minutes from downtown Goodrich you will be able to enjoy all the restaurants & shops the the town has to offer.  There is John's Steak House, Cranberries Cafe, Shadrach, Meshach & A bean to go coffee shop, 411 pub, Sims Cafe and the Bull Ring Sports Grille.

Lake Skinny (Shinanguag) is a great place to live.  So give me a call to see which lakefront homes are for sale in the area.  Call Russ at 248-310-6239.  Not only do you get a full time experienced realtor but I buy you a great home buyer gift when you close on a home with me as your buyers agent.