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Welcome to Tamarack Lake

Tamarack Lake is a small, quiet lake in Hamburg Township, Livingston County, on the Huron River Chain of Lakes (HRCOLA lake data). It's about 3.4 miles from the Village of Pinckney in a straight line (USGS GNIS place data) and about 26.7 miles from downtown Fenton. In November 2026, the one Tamarack Lake home on my site, 11422 Cedar Bend Drive, was pending.

Lake Overview

• Location: Hamburg Township, Livingston County. A no-wake channel links it to Base Line Lake (HRCOLA boating page).
• Size: sources differ. DNR data lists about 14 acres (DNR lake list via MLSA), EGLE mapping about 19, HRCOLA lake data 16, and the county's 2024 report 20.
• Depth: up to 34 feet (HRCOLA lake data; Washtenaw County 2024 lake report).
• Boating: the whole lake is slow-no wake under a Michigan DNR local watercraft control, and so is the channel to the Huron River (DNR Livingston County rules).
• Public access: there's no public launch on Tamarack; the only public launch on the chain is the Michigan DNR site on Portage Lake off MacGregor Road (HRCOLA).
• Shoreline: Microsoft building map data shows about 78 buildings near the shore.

Living on Tamarack Lake

Tamarack is the calm corner of the chain. It's made for paddling, fishing and slow evening cruises. Wikipedia says Ore and Tamarack are only reachable by small watercraft, so check the route for your boat. The county's 2024 report notes Tamarack's water takes almost five years to replace itself, much slower than the river-fed lakes.

Hamburg Township & Schools

Tamarack Lake homes are in Hamburg Township with Pinckney addresses. The pending listing shows Brighton Area Schools, while most Hamburg Township waterfront homes on my site are in Pinckney Community 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.
• Washtenaw County runs a weed control special assessment district for Little Portage, Portage, Base Line, Tamarack and Whitewood (Washtenaw County 2024 lake report; HRCOLA). I'll confirm the parcel's amount in writing.
• Taxable value generally "uncaps" after a sale (MCL 211.27a), so don't budget off the seller's tax bill.
• Ask about boat size and the channel route, since the lake and its channels are all no-wake.

Tips for Sellers

• Lead with the quiet no-wake setting and chain access.
• Say "Tamarack Lake, Hamburg Township, Pinckney" in your listing.
• Have dock, boat slip, survey, and septic or sewer details ready.

FAQ

Is Tamarack Lake no-wake?

Yes. It's slow-no wake under a Michigan DNR local watercraft control.

Is Tamarack Lake on the chain of lakes?

Yes. HRCOLA lists it as one of the Huron River chain lakes.

How deep is Tamarack Lake?

Up to 34 feet, per HRCOLA and Washtenaw County's 2024 lake report.

Let's Talk Lake Life

Want a peaceful no-wake lake on the chain? I'd love to help you watch for a home on Tamarack Lake. Give me a call at (810) 962-4908.