Buckhorn Lake - Orion Charter Twp

Located in Oakland County, Michigan

Buckhorn Lake is a 16-acre lake located in Orion Township in Oakland County, Michigan. Pontiac, Michigan, is 12 miles south, and Detroit is 40 miles south.

The closest location for urgent care is Ascension Michigan Urgent Care - Rochester, nine miles south in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The Oakland County International Airport is around 17 miles southeast, in Waterford Township, Michigan.

When heading into town, grab a bite to eat at nearby restaurants like Pho Street, Chicago Brothers Pizza & Deli, Sweet Amy's Eating House, and Darrel's Steak and Seafood.

Laidback Fun

This private lake homes community is for those looking for peace and quiet!

There are no motorboats allowed on this lake, so residents take up activities like kayaking, canoeing, and using their small electric boats.

Buckhorn is a fantastic place for low-pressure fishing due to the lack of noise and outside anglers! Fishermen can expect to catch white bass, rainbow trout, bluegill, muskie, and crappie.

What's Nearby?

If you're worried your four-legged friend won't be included, then you'll be happy to know there is a dog park less than three miles from the lake. There is a small-dog area, walking trails, a picnic and drinking area, and even a lake for dogs to swim!

If you're looking to spend some time on the links, head to the nearby Indianwood Golf & Country Club.

The nearby Bald Mountain State Park Recreation Area offers visitors 4,637 acres of outdoor fun! Here, you'll find 15 miles of hiking and biking trails, two trout streams, a shooting range, campgrounds, and much more!

Visit Detroit

Located less than an hour away from Buckhorn Lake, the list of things to do in Detroit is seemingly endless.

Near Downtown, the neoclassical Detroit Institute of Arts is famed for the Detroit Industry Murals painted by Diego Rivera, and inspired by the city’s ties to the auto industry, giving it the nickname "Motor City."

The Henry Ford Museum provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from Americans who exuded ingenuity, resourcefulness, and innovation. This awe-inspiring experience is home to Rosa Parks Bus and JFK’s limo.

No matter who you’re traveling with, everyone enjoys the Detroit International RiverWalk. With views of our neighbor Canada, the Ambassador Bridge, and the GM Renaissance Center, you’re in for a great afternoon.

After a day of experiencing everything the Motor City has to offer, get some grub at restaurants like Townhouse Detroit, Selden Standard, Prime + Proper, and Giovanni's Ristorante.

Fun and Relaxing

Those looking for a slice of the lake home life that don't want to sacrifice locality to a major city will love calling Buckhorn Lake home!