Little Spec Lake
Surrounded by nature
Walkability 3.2/10·Schools 5.5/10
This peaceful 376-acre lake in Allegan County offers a tranquil retreat from the busier Grand Rapids area while remaining conveniently accessible. The generous lot sizes, with a median of just over half an acre, provide residents with plenty of space and privacy along the shoreline. The lake's manageable size creates an intimate community feel where neighbors often know each other, making it ideal for families seeking a close-knit lakeside lifestyle.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Little Spec Lake within walking distance
- Little Spec Lake: 9 min walk
- Big Spec Lake: 10 min walk
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Dumont Lake County Park
1.4 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 6/10
School District: Allegan Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Dumont Lake County Park
Dumont Lake County Park Playground
Little Spec Lake
+1 more
Dumont Lake County Park Beach
Dog Park in Frost Sub Area
Hopkins Public Library
Old Regent Theatre
Crime in Little Spec Lake is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Allegan County.
Allegan County crime & safety stats →Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$896/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,271 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Private well
Rural township; individual wells.
Septic - individual
Individual septic systems.
Resident-arranged hauler
Curbside trash resident-arranged (e.g. Republic, Waste Management).
Consumers Energy Co|Great Lakes Energy Coop · ~14.3¢/kWh
Standard provider; pockets Great Lakes Energy.
Confirm by addressLocal/area fire department (mutual aid)
Rural township fire coverage via township or neighboring department.
Services for Monterey · Source: montereytownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Little Spec Lake are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Frequently asked about Little Spec Lake
- What schools serve Little Spec Lake?
- Little Spec Lake is served by Allegan Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Dawson Elementary School (6/10).
- Is Little Spec Lake walkable?
- Little Spec Lake scores 3.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in Little Spec Lake
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