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Outdoor Recreation

Water Recreation

rsz 89db6c3e4ebef5f30943116db8343161Whether you enjoy fishing, sailing or lounging on the beach of a beautiful lake, Dowagiac and its neighboring Sister Lakes are favorite vacation destinations enjoyed year-round by local residents. 

Comprising the Sister Lakes are these six lakes, ranging in size from 91 to 528 acres:

Big Crooked Lake
Little Crooked Lake
Cable Lake
Magician Lake
Dewey Lake
Round Lake

Four smaller lakes, ranging in size from 36 to 506 acres, are located just outside of what is traditionally known as Sister Lakes:

Indian Lake
Pipestone Lake
Keeler Lake
Priest Lake

For a map of these lakes, click here. 

 

Golfing

Southwestern Michigan's finest golf courses, with picturesque and rolling terrain, await the active sportsman.  Whether you want to practice your swing, or book a group outing, we're pleased to recommend our Chamber member golf courses, including the Dowagiac Elks Golf Course and Indian Lake Hills Golf Course. 

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Winter Recreation

Winter enthusiasts enjoy some of best trails in the area for snowmobiling, located to the west of Dowagiac, traveling from Niles north to neighboring Indian and Sister lakes. Click here for a map of the snomobile trails in the area.

Latest News from your Chamber

  • March 7th, 2023

    Destination Dowagiac

    Exciting things are happening at The Greater Dowagiac Chamber of Commerce! Today we are proud to introduce Destination Dowagiac and our Neighborning Sister Lakes, an area guide and membership directory that will be available in print on March 17. In the meantime, here is the electronic version for you to read and share.
     
     
    This directory will be distributed at Michigan rest stops thoughout our state, at regional, high traffic tourist sites, as well as select local businesses.
     
    Thank you to the many contributors and advertisers that made this possible. 
     

  • January 17th, 2023

    Facade Incentives Still Available through the DDA

    Downtown property owners contemplating facade renovations of their buildings can receive an added boost this construction season from the Downtown Development Authority. Building owners are encouraged to apply for a Facade Incentive Grant offered by the City of Dowagiac's Downtown Development Authority commission. 

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