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Welcome to Ore Lake

Ore Lake spans Hamburg and Green Oak townships in Livingston County, east of Winans Lake, with Brighton mailing addresses, about 22.2 miles from downtown Fenton (MichiganLakes.com). When I checked in October 2026, my site had three Ore Lake homes for sale, including 8802 Riverside Drive and 8156 Riverside Drive. The lake button can also catch a Whitmore Lake home, so check the Water Name on each listing.

Lake Overview

• Location: Hamburg Township and Green Oak Township, Livingston County (MichiganLakes.com).
• Size: about 231 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA); EGLE MiEnviro inland lakes mapping shows about 229 acres, and MichiganLakes.com lists 220 acres with depths of 69 feet.
• Boating: current listings call Ore Lake an all-sports lake. The Michigan DNR rule R281.747.14 sets slow-no wake on the south part of the lake near E. J. Reive's Lakewood subdivision (Michigan DNR Livingston County watercraft controls).
• Public access: I didn't find a published public boat launch for Ore Lake. One current listing mentions private launch keys that come with the home.
• Shoreline: Microsoft building-footprint map data shows about 292 buildings near the shore.

Living on Ore Lake

Ore Lake is an all-sports lake close to US-23 and downtown Brighton. MichiganLakes.com reports crappie, and the Huron-Ore Flood Coalition organizes resident-funded weed harvesting nearby.

Hamburg Township & Schools

Ore Lake homes are in Hamburg Township or Green Oak Township, and the current Ore Lake listings on my site are in Brighton Area Schools. Hamburg Township waterfront homes can also fall in Pinckney Community Schools, so I confirm the township, 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 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.
• I didn't find an active lake special assessment for Ore Lake. The Huron-Ore Flood Coalition posted about a proposed Ore Lake special assessment discussion in April 2025, so I'll check with the township and confirm any assessment on the parcel in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• Ask about past high water. The Huron-Ore Flood Coalition focuses on flooding along Ore Lake and the Huron River, so ask the seller about flood history and get an insurance quote early.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with all-sports boating and the quick drive to US-23.
• Say "Ore Lake, Hamburg Township" or "Green Oak Township" so buyers find you.
• Have dock, seawall, flood history and any launch-key details ready.

FAQ

Is Ore Lake all-sports?

Yes, according to current listings, with a slow-no wake area on the south end.

How big is Ore Lake?

About 231 acres in DNR data (Michigan's Named Inland Lakes, DNR data via MLSA).

Which township is Ore Lake in?

Both Hamburg and Green Oak townships (MichiganLakes.com).

Let's Talk Lake Life

Ready for an all-sports lake near Brighton? I'd love to help you find your spot on Ore Lake. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.