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Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve

Nature preserve · Southfield, Michigan

Gender-neutral restroomPicnic tablesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Southfield's 42-acre preserve wraps woods, forested wetland and meadow around five-acre Carpenter Lake, on the Rouge River's Ravines Branch. It has nearly a mile of signed nature trail, benches and accessible fishing platforms; the lake holds bluegill and largemouth bass.

What’s swimming here?

Fish recorded within 2 km: Largemouth Bass.

1 fish species in 1 public record within 2 km of Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve since 2000.

  • Largemouth Bass Micropterus nigricans
    1 record · 2019
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Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS. Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve?
Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve is a nature preserve in Southfield, Michigan.
Can you swim at Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve?
There is no fixed answer for Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve in Southfield, Michigan. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve rated?
Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve in Southfield, Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1046 reviews.

Location & Contact

27225 W 10 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48033

Southfield, Michigan 48033

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🚻 Gender-neutral restroom🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes
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