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Welcome to Clifford Lake

Clifford Lake, also called Round Lake, is a private, all-sports lake in Genoa Township, Livingston County, about 19.2 miles from downtown Fenton. It sits next to East and West Crooked lakes. My site had one Clifford Lake listing in October 2026, and the first button above always shows what's available today.

Lake Overview

• Location: Genoa Township, Livingston County, near East Crooked Lake and West Crooked Lake.
• Size: about 53 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); EGLE MiEnviro inland lakes mapping shows about 53 acres.
• All-sports: the current listing calls it all-sports Clifford Lake.
• Boating: under rule R281.747.17, slow-no-wake applies on the canals and channels connected to East Crooked, West Crooked and Clifford (Round) lakes (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls). A local agent's Clifford Lake page says Clifford has no boat access to the Crooked lakes, so I'll confirm what's navigable.
• Public access: a local agent's Clifford Lake page reports no public access or public beach.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 102 buildings near the shore.

Living on Clifford Lake

Clifford Lake homes sit close together on smaller lots, often with around 50 feet of frontage, and range from older cottages to newer builds (a local agent's Clifford Lake page). The Highcrest Drive listing is 2025 new construction with a walkout basement and a Trex deck facing the water.

Genoa Township & Schools

Clifford Lake is in Genoa Township, with Brighton mailing addresses. The current listing is in Brighton Area Schools, with sanitary sewer and a private well. I confirm the district and utilities for every address.

Tips for Buyers

• Understand riparian rights. Michigan waterfront ("riparian") owners generally have rights to dock and reach the water (EGLE inland lakes guide). "Lake privileges" or a shared lot is different, so read the deed and any easement.
• Know the local rules. I'll check Genoa Township zoning, association rules, and any dock or shoreline rules for the specific parcel.
• Seawalls and permanent docks generally need an EGLE permit, while seasonal docks usually don't (EGLE dock handout). Ask for permit records.
• Confirm sewer or septic and well, and schedule inspections for any private system.
• Check the address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and get a flood insurance quote early.
• I didn't find a published lake association or lake special assessment for Clifford Lake. Genoa Township's 2023 roll for the East and West Crooked Lakes weed-control assessment lists some Clifford Road addresses (Genoa Township's 2023 board packet), so I'll check whether a specific parcel is on it and confirm any dues in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• With small lots, confirm the survey, lot lines, setbacks and dock placement before you plan changes.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the all-sports water and the views.
• Say "Clifford (Round) Lake, Genoa Township" so buyers find you.
• Have sewer, well, survey and dock records ready.

FAQ

Is Clifford Lake the same as Round Lake?

Yes. State boating rules call it Clifford (Round) lake (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).

Is there a public boat launch?

Not that I found; a local agent's Clifford Lake page reports no public access.

How big is Clifford Lake?

About 53 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Let's Talk Lake Life

Curious about Clifford Lake? I'd love to help you find your spot on it. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.