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    Milan Beach

    3.6 (20 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Liz P.

    Just okay. Like 2.5/5 but I'll round up to 3. My friends and I used to come here when it was called clean water beach, and we would go about once per summer. We went yesterday and it's a little different than how it used to be. The friend I went with pointed out that there was no music playing, so maybe that was it. However, it seemed more... redneck then it used to be, I guess. A lot of people smoking, a lot of people with tattoos, etc. The beach itself was a little rocky also, although the lake was still nice. They also have a diving board which is cool, but good luck getting onto the stairs... Maybe I'm just short (5'4") but it was a struggle. Admission is $7 (cash only) and they used to have a little bathroom building, but yesterday they directed me towards a changing room instead... They only have Port-A-Potties for bathrooms. Not sure if this is temporary or permanent. They also have some grills and I believe you can bring your own food and use them. My friends and I usually bring snacks but haven't grilled there. If I come back, I'd probably bring some beach chairs, because we laid out on towels on the beach and the sand was a bit bumpy/rocky.

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    Allison F.

    I'm bummed I didn't get to visit more often this year, but I really do enjoy spending afternoons at Milan Beach. It's a man-made "lake" with very clean water and lots of space to sprawl out. You'll find picnic tables, lounge chairs plus trees and shelters for shade. Admission is a bit high at $7 a person, but you are allowed to bring everything you need to have a great time: beer (no glass or kegs), liquor (no glass), and things to grill (plenty of free charcoal grills). If you forget something, or just need a snack, they've got a little store at the front of the park. They have a diving board that goes into a very deep part of the water, and a couple anchored floating pads to catch some rays or goof around with friends. There are a handful of porta-potties, but I recommend bringing your own TP because theirs rips if you simply look at it. There are usually some children present, but I would mostly call this an adult beach. The kids tend to stick to the shallow end. There is no lifeguard present. Be sensible and careful and look out for your friends and kids. I lovingly call this place the Hillbilly Beach, and I was lost when it was closed down by previous owners a couple years ago. The void in my heart has been filled by the Hillbilly Beach reopening as Milan Beach. Check it out!

    James J.

    My wife and I have been looking for a beach to hang out at and found out that the old Heath Beach is now Milan Beach so we decided to visit and see what they have to offer. The owners greeted us at the entrance and were very friendly and answered all of our questions. They explained that first timers have to fill out a membership form, which was very small and only consisted of a few requested items. We quickly filled out the firm, paid our $7 per adult admission charge, received our membership card and proceeded to find a place. The parking is spacious and there is lots of room on the beach or on the grass between the beach and parking area. There is a diving board and two floating platforms in the water. The water was clean and parts were deep. You can bring chairs, umbrellas, pop up shelters, and coolers. Alcohol is allowed as long as it's in cans. No glass allowed! Overall, the crowd was orderly and the beach & water were clean. We would certainly recommend Milan Beach.

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    1 year ago

    Visited my first time last year and it was amazing! It was very well kept and a good price for the day!

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    3 years ago

    No lifeguard on duty. Dangerous. People drown from currents here. Beware. Do not recommend.

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    4 years ago

    I was there a few times years ago and I had a great time. Very Small Lake family friendly. I enjoyed myself each time I went there.

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    GetAway Bay

    GetAway Bay

    5.0(2 reviews)
    0.0 mi

    This beach was Heath Beach back in the day-and the spring fed water is very clean! They had tested…read morethe water and was said to be the cleanest fresh water lake (quarry) in 13 states! We moved quite a distance away, but we'll travel for a day at Get Away Bay, aka Heath Beach!! Always a great time!

    Not so hidden GEM just south of Milan. Right off 23. You can see it from freeway! Slice of heaven…read more What was previously known as heath beach/ milan beach is the same natural spring fed lake with a new owner who is breathing a fresh life into the place. You can tell by the new chairs and picnic tables! Natural spring fed lake with just about everything you can think of for a fun day in the sun (summer... fall... and winter...) Let's start with summer... pontoon sun deck with diving board, dock with diving board, water slide... Plenty of room to lay out. Just about anything under the sun can be rented for maximum enjoyment.. paddle boards, boats, paddle boats, floats, rafts etc etc. all reasonable prices. Here with family? A roped off sandy beach area with a couple floats for the kids to enjoy. Also- ADA water toys to help those that need help getting into the water. A nice touch! Did I mention an ice cream cart that drives around?! Or if you don't want to wait... a snack bar with all the options... water/pop/gaterade and snacks... including ice-cream. Want to host a party? There is a barn. Or a pavilion and plenty of upgrades to make the day fun including grills to rent or comfortable lounge chairs. Rentals are endless.... Anything and everything to make the day great. Wouldn't be surprised if you could purchase a bathing suit at this place. Not into water? Plenty of fun activities on land. Volleyball nets, orbeez gun obstacle to go all tactical with your buddies, horse shoe, disc golf. Sounds like camping is now included. And plenty of fire pits to rent for a fall gathering. More to come with the follow up fall and winter reviews... hay rides. Bon fires... possible haunted hay ride? Ice rink in the winter? Really a year round haven of activity. Fishing is just on the weekdays. Plenty to get after!

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    Orchard Lake

    Orchard Lake

    5.0(1 review)
    41.5 mi

    I give this lake 5 stars because it fulfils all I require from a laking experience. Some folks like…read morea mini jobie nooner every weekend, I like to chill. I don't want to hear other people's children "playing" or whatever it is they do that's so loud. I don't want to vie for space on the sand bar. I don't want to hear other people's music, or see them dancing. You get the point, I'm not into the social scene that can be typical of Michigan lakes. You might be saying "why don't you get your own lake then you anti social jerk?". Well, that's basically what Orchard Lake is. It's amazing. There is literally like, no one on this lake 99% of the time. If you're lucky enough to be able to boat during the weekdays, you can often be the ONLY person on the water. You could totally lay out nude and no one would even be around to see you. The busy weekends don't really seem busy, and I have yet to feel crowded or annoyed. It's silent, peacful, serene and relaxing. Perfect. This is a VERY clean lake, and I believe it's the second or third largest in Oakland County. The water is clear and sparkling in most areas except for the very deepest parts. There is only seaweed in a few spots but these are not the chill areas and are easy to avoid. I love the variety of wildlife that can be seen on this lake including egrets, swallows, hawks, ducks, swans and lots of cute little fish that seem happy to hang out by the humans. The sandbar is spotless, probaly due to the "no drinking" poloicy that we, of course, follow to a T. LOL. The no drinking policy is most likely what keeps this lake fairly empty, and it works for me.

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    Orchard Lake - Nice and empty, one major advantage of this lake during the week. No Cass lake bs here.

    Nice and empty, one major advantage of this lake during the week. No Cass lake bs here.

    Orchard Lake - 4th of July sunset

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