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Hubbard Lake, Michigan

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Hubbard Lake, Michigan

Hubbard Lake, Michigan

Photos courtesy of:
Ken Huisjen
Located in northern Alcona County, scenic Hubbard Lake is Michigan�s 2nd largest inland lake. It was named for Dr.Bela Hubbard, who, along with Dr. Douglass Houghton, first surveyed the area in 1850. Then a strategic military location for Indians because of the high ground at the lake�s southern end, it soon changed into a prime lumbering area. The source of the South Branch of the Thunder Bay River, a dam built here helped regulate the flow of timber to Lake Huron at Alpena. Shortly afterwards, settler Austin Backus built a hotel on the south side, (now Backus Beach) which helped make the area a popular resort.

Since then, the lake has seen tremendous growth - today it has become a prime resort area, retirement spot and real estate investment opportunity. The lake�s widest point stretches 7 miles from North Bay to Backus Beach - spanning the area of three townships: Caledonia, Alcona and Hawes. (These spacious waters once attracted hydroplane designer/racer Les Stoddiker here to research craft design and durability before the final runs at Great Salt Flats). A small town named Hubbard Lake can also be found one mile north of the lake, just over the border into Alpena County�s Ossineke Township. The lake�s natural beauty can be easily appreciated by a drive north on Mt. Maria Road from Backus Beach to North Bay - a breathtaking view. Several fine resorts, restaurants and golf courses in the area help make for a pleasant day�s visit. Be sure to stop by on your next trip up north!

Hubbard Lake, Michigan


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