Gents Creek is the primary inflow feeding Gulliver Lake. The lake drains into Lake Michigan through the Gulliver Lake Outlet, placing it in the Lake Michigan watershed. The short connection to the big lake means you're just a few miles from the Great Lakes shoreline.
At 28 feet max and mostly shallow, Gulliver Lake freezes reliably each winter. Ice fishing for pike is an option. Always check current ice conditions — UP lakes can have variable ice near inlet and outlet areas.
How big is Gulliver Lake?
Is there a public boat launch on Gulliver Lake?
Can you swim in Gulliver Lake?
Where is Gulliver Lake?
Does Gulliver Lake connect to Lake Michigan?
Are there campgrounds near Gulliver Lake?
What is there to do near Gulliver Lake?
Gulliver Lake is an 881-acre lake in Doyle Township, Schoolcraft County — part of Michigan's Upper Peninsula about midway between Manistique and Naubinway along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The lake maxes out at 28 feet deep and runs mostly shallow, which reviewers consistently confirm. Gents Creek feeds in, and the lake drains to Lake Michigan through the Gulliver Lake Outlet, putting you just a short distance from the big water. Bald eagles are a regular sight overhead, and the surrounding area has waterfalls worth exploring.
Fishing-wise, expect northern pike and bass — though locals will tell you it's not the top fishery in the area. The shallow profile means plenty of weed growth and warm water, which is good for panfish and pike habitat but limits cold-water species. The single public launch on the northwest corner gets strong reviews (4.7 stars) and is described as well-maintained with a genuinely impressive view. There's a public park with a swimming area and playground for kids, and Merwin Creek Campground is nearby. The real draw here is the quiet, scenic UP setting — clean water, low traffic, and proximity to Lake Michigan beaches and the Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse.