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Welcome to Cordley Lake

Cordley Lake is a quiet, private lake in Hamburg Township, Livingston County, south of M-36 and east of Whitewood (Cordley Lake Association). It's about 1.8 miles from Lakeland and 3.8 miles from the Village of Pinckney in a straight line (USGS GNIS place data), and about 25.4 miles from downtown Fenton. When I checked in November 2026, my site had no Cordley Lake homes for sale, so the button above shows all Hamburg Township waterfront homes, and I'm happy to set up a saved search just for Cordley Lake.

Lake Overview

• Location: Hamburg Township, Livingston County, along Cordley Lake Road with Pinckney addresses (MichiganLakes.com), just south of Mohican Lake and Bass Lake.
• Size: about 45 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); EGLE MiEnviro inland lakes mapping also shows about 45, while MichiganLakes.com lists 48.
• Depth: MichiganLakes.com reports depths of 31 feet.
• Boating: Cordley is a slow-no wake lake under a Michigan DNR local watercraft control (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls). The association says members use only electric motors.
• Public access: none. The association says only Cordley Lake Association members and their guests have lake access.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 85 buildings near the shore.

Living on Cordley Lake

Cordley Lake is all about calm water. The association says it isn't connected to the Huron River chain, which helps keep it clean, and members avoid lawn fertilizer (association). Think paddling, swimming and fishing, not boat traffic.

Hamburg Township & Schools

Cordley Lake homes are in Hamburg Township with Pinckney addresses. Hamburg Township waterfront homes on my site today are in Pinckney Community Schools or Brighton Area Schools, so I confirm the district 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 Hamburg 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.
• Lake access runs through the Cordley Lake Association, and the White Lodge and Cedar Beach neighborhoods have their own associations. I'll confirm membership, dues and any assessments for the parcel in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• Plan on electric-only boating and ask whether the home's boat or dock fits the lake's no-wake rules.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the quiet no-wake water and clear swimming.
• Say "Cordley Lake, Hamburg Township, Pinckney" in your listing so local buyers find you.
• Have association, dock, survey, and well and septic details ready.

FAQ

Where is Cordley Lake?

In Hamburg Township, south of M-36 and east of Whitewood, with Pinckney addresses.

Can you use a gas motor on Cordley Lake?

It's a slow-no wake lake under DNR rules, and the association says members use only electric motors.

Is there public access to Cordley Lake?

No. The association says only members and their guests have lake access.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Looking for a peaceful no-wake lake close to Pinckney? I'd love to help you watch for a home on Cordley Lake. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.