History

The North Chain of Lakes is a series of seven lakes located in Coldwater, Michigan.  The seven lakes include Craig, Morrison, Randall, North, Cemetery, Messenger and South. 

Formed during the Wisconsin glacial stage (10,000 - 75,000 years ago), the lakes were increased in size and depth by historical marl mining operations and the construction of a nine foot high dam on the Coldwater River between Union City and Coldwater in 1847.  Collectively, the lake chain and connecting channels cover approximately 1100 acres. 

Public access to the lakes is provided and maintained by two state-owned launches.  The results of the 2000 fishery surveys documented that this chain of lakes continue to support relatively diverse fish communities.