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Welcome to Aanikegamaa Lake
Aanikegamaa Lake, formerly Squaw Lake, is in Fenton Township about three miles from downtown Fenton and close to Linden. It's part of the Ponemah–Tupper–Squaw chain. The current listings appear below. Here's what I share with buyers.
Lake Overview
- Location: Fenton Charter Township, Genesee County, with Linden as the nearest town for many addresses.
- Size: about 75 acres (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).
- Connected channel: slow-no wake on canals and channels connected to Lake Ponemah, including the channel to Squaw Lake (R281.725.13, Michigan DNR). MLS still lists Aanikegamaa / Squaw Lake.
- Boating and public access: I couldn't find a published chamber or DNR source labeling Aanikegamaa as all-sports, or a public launch on this lake. We'll confirm what a specific parcel can reach on the chain.
Living on Aanikegamaa Lake
Life on this lake is about the chain. Some homes have main frontage; others are canal-front with a no-wake ride toward Ponemah. We'll look closely at what each listing includes. Linden and downtown Fenton are both an easy drive.
Fenton Township & Schools
Aanikegamaa is in Fenton Township, so township taxes and services apply (Fenton Township). Current listings are in Lake Fenton Community Schools (Sadler Drive; Horrell Road); parts of the township are in Fenton Area Public Schools. I confirm the district and utilities for every address.
Tips for Buyers
- Understand riparian rights. In Michigan, waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). An off-water home with "lake privileges" or a shared lot is a different thing, so read the deed and any easement carefully. On a chain lake, canal-front and shared-frontage homes are common, so confirm what you're actually getting.
- Know the township rules. Fenton Township does not permit lake access for non-riparian use (as quoted by the Lake Fenton Property Owners Association). If a home is sold with lake access but no frontage, we'll confirm exactly what that access allows.
- Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks removed each year usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask the seller for permit records on any shoreline work.
- Find out whether the home is on public sewer or a private septic system and whether water comes from a well, and plan time for well and septic inspections if it has them.
- Look the address up on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
- Ask whether there's a lake or subdivision association, what the dues are, and whether any special assessments apply to the parcel. I'll get that in writing.
- Budget for taxes to reset. A home's taxable value generally "uncaps" the year after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't plan off the seller's current bill.
Tips for Sellers
- Spell out your frontage type: main lake, canal or shared. Buyers on this chain compare those closely.
- Note water depth at the dock and any seawall permits.
- Confirm your school district before we list — it's one of the first questions buyers ask.
FAQ
What was Aanikegamaa Lake called before?
Squaw Lake. MLS still often shows Aanikegamaa Lake (Squaw Lake), and the DNR channel rule still refers to Squaw Lake.
Is there a speed limit on the channel to Ponemah?
Yes. The channel connecting Lake Ponemah to Squaw Lake is slow-no wake (R281.725.13, Michigan DNR).
Which school district is Aanikegamaa Lake in?
Current listings are in Lake Fenton Community Schools. Confirm the district for any specific address.
Let's Talk Lake Life
Buying or selling on Aanikegamaa Lake? I'd love to help you navigate the chain. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.
