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Valley Lake

Oakland County, Michigan Monomictic Volcanic crater lake
1 launchRec Passport required
Valley Lake Access Map 1 launch
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Boat Launches on Valley Lake
Wildwood-Valley Lakes Boat Launch
Holly State Recreation Area (PRD) · Unimproved ramp, 1 lane, 9 trailer spots
Open Motorboat Kayak Rec Passport
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Winter & Ice Safety

Limited depth data is available for Valley Lake. Always check current ice conditions locally before venturing out, and follow Oakland County safety advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Valley Lake in Michigan?
Valley Lake is in Oakland County, Michigan. It's in the general vicinity of the Holly Recreation Area and other Oakland County lakes.
Is there a boat launch on Valley Lake?
Yes, there is one boat launch on Valley Lake.
Are there campgrounds near Valley Lake?
Yes — several campgrounds are nearby, including Holly Recreation Area, Groveland Oaks County Park and Campground, and Clearwater Campground. Holly Recreation Area also has an organizational campground.
Are there beaches near Valley Lake?
There are several beaches in the area, including Heron Beach, the Holly Recreation Area beach, Bay Court Beach, and Deer Lake Beach.
Scout's Notes
Lake Vibe & Fishing Intel

Valley Lake is a small lake in Oakland County with a single boat launch. It sits in a quiet area with limited public information available about its size and depth. The lake is lightly reviewed — just one Google rating at 4 stars — which suggests it's either a hidden local spot or simply doesn't see heavy traffic. Holly Recreation Area and several campgrounds are nearby, making this a reasonable stop if you're already exploring the Holly area lakes.

Sources: Wikipedia, Google Reviews, DNR data, campground & beach reviews, ShorelineScout enrichment