Protecting and Preserving

With more than 500 members and 50 volunteers, the Lake Leelanau Lake Association is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the quality and beauty of Lake Leelanau and its surrounding watershed for current and future generations.

Lake Leelanau and its 89,000-acre watershed are treasured for more than their magnificent vistas, pristine waters, thriving natural habitat, and delightful recreation. For many people, they represent a unique sanctuary from a troubled world and unforgettable memories of friends and family, past and future.

Since 1980, the volunteers and members who comprise the Lake Leelanau Lake Association have contributed their time, talents, and financial resources to protect and preserve this priceless heritage for current and future generations.

Our protection and preservation activities include water quality, lakeshore protection, boating safety, fishing, and swimmer’s itch. Currently, our single biggest expense and our primary focus is controlling the existential threat posed to the lake by aquatic weeds, specifically Eurasian Watermilfoil, the most invasive aquatic weed in North America.

If you’re already a member or a volunteer, we thank you for your generous contributions. If you’re not, we invite you to explore our website, sign up for our monthly ebulletin or to become a volunteer on the Contact Us page, or become a member on our Join/Donate page.

Latest News

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2024 Spring Virtual Auction

Announcing our fourth annual Spring Virtual Auction. This auction is our primary fundraiser that supports our work to preserve and protect Lake Leelanau.

There are several ways you can help:

  • Sponsor the auction
    • Gold - $2500
    • Silver - $1000
    • Bronze - $250
  • Donate an Auction Item or a Service to offer to our online bidders
  • Make a Cash Donation
  • Bid on an Auction Item:  Bidding starts April 15, 2024 and ends April 28, 2024 @ 9:00pm.

Visit our auction website to learn more. We appreciate your support!

A 2022 Living Legends Awards recipient receives a framed photo.

The 2022 Lake Leelanau Living Legends Awards

Sep 14, 2022

The Lake Leelanau Lake Association (LLLA) informed its members of the Association’s continued efforts to preserve and protect Lake Leelanau at its annual meeting on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at […]

Two young boys hold hands on the shore of Lake Leelanau

Water Safety Update: Drowning Prevention

Aug 31, 2022

You can enjoy the “dog days” of summer while not letting your water safety guard down on Lake Leelanau and Lake Michigan! As the autumn winds begin to blow in, […]

Lake Leelanau Lake Association members listen to a presentation at the annual members meeting

A Recap of the Annual Members Meeting

Aug 24, 2022

On Thursday, July 28, 2022, the Lake Leelanau Lake Association (LLLA) held its Annual Members Meeting at Fountain Point Resort. We had a wonderful time sharing what we have been […]

A photo of riprap on the Lake Leelanau shoreline

Shoreline Restoration and Riprap Considerations by Greg Vogt

Aug 17, 2022

Lake Leelanau shorelines exhibit a variety of appearances. Our watershed and shoreline have everything from natural woodlands, aquatic vegetation, and beaches to man-made control structures (i.e., riprap) to combat soil […]

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Love Lake Leelanau

Lake Leelanau Lake Association is dedicated exclusively to protecting the clean water and physical beauty of Lake Leelanau for current and future generations.

For more than 40 years, the volunteer members of Lake Leelanau Lake Association have committed their time, talents, and resources to preserving and protecting the lake’s water quality, shoreline, ecology, and natural beauty.

The Association promotes the safe enjoyment of Lake Leelanau’s waters for boating, swimming, fishing, and other recreational activities. The Association’s programs benefit permanent and seasonal residents, visitors, businesses, and governmental units in Lake Leelanau’s 89,000-acre watershed.

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