44.98° N, 85.21° 

In the northwest corner of the lower peninsula of Pure Michigan. We’re in downtown Bellaire on the Intermediate River near Torch Lake and the Grass River.

If you’ve got a private plane, fly into Bellaire. Otherwise Traverse City (TVC) is a 45 minute drive, Grand Rapids (GRR) is about two-and-a-half hour drive. We’re just over three-and-a-half hours drive from Metro Detroit.

So close! We’re just one block east of downtown’s restaurants, shops, park, and movie theatre.

We recommend booking through our website or by calling 231.495.3022 so we can communicate directly and help should any issues arise with your reservation or while you’re here.

For reservations booked directly we offer full refunds for cancellations more than seven days before to your reservation (minus a $75 cancellation fee). 

Reservations cancelled less than seven days before your arrival cannot be refunded. Please call (231) 495-3022 or email contact@spillwaylodges.com to cancel your reservation.

Third-Party bookings: Unfortunately, the Spillway Lodges cannot refund, change, or cancel reservations made through third-party sites like AirBNB, VRBO, etc. Guests must manage their reservations through the booking site.

Check-in time is anytime after 4pm, and check-out time is 10am.

Request an early check-in or a late check-out by contacting us: 231.495.3022 

Check-in instructions will be texted and emailed the morning of your arrival.

Check-in information will be sent via text and email by 9am on the day of your arrival. This message includes the gate code to access the property, lodge name and unit letter, door code, and the check in time. If you have any issues with check-in, give us a call: 231.495.3022

Check-out: We take care of everything! Our dedicated housekeeping team will take care of everything, even the dishes.

Certainly! Book a two bedroom. All of the ground floor units are two bedroom, two bathroom layouts (one can even be combined for a four bed, four bath; call us for more info 231.495.3022). All studio suites are on the second floor with an exterior staircase leading to the units and access to a shared rooftop deck.

Yes, please call our guest services team to book: 231.495.3022 

Absolutely. We’ve got high-speed wifi, peaceful surroundings and our suites are designed for living with full kitchens. Plus, once you’re off work you can hit the trails at Glacial Hills or the links at Shanty Creek before you grab a pint at Short’s Brewing. Call or email for extended-stay rates.

You can make just about anything in our full kitchens. You’ll have a stove, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher, along with pots and pans, utensils, plates, cups, and bottle openers.

Two-bed suites have private gas grills, and studio suites have access to the grill near the putting green.

We have drip coffee makers in every unit and provide two bags of coffee. If you’re looking for specialty coffee, head to Ruthann’s or Morning Grind.

Ground floor suites have private gas grills on the back patio. Second floor suites share a communal grill located near the putting green at the entrance. 

We offer pack ‘n plays and high chairs upon request at no additional charge. To guarantee availability, please request a pack ‘n play and/or high chair after making your reservation.

Stacking washer and dryers are located inside each two-bedroom suite. Studio Suites do not have in-unit laundry. There are public laundromats in Bellaire and Central Lake.

If you happen to leave behind any belongings and request that we ship them to you, there will be a minimum flat fee of $25 per parcel for priority mail, which will be charged to the credit card on file. For large items or overnight shipping requests, a charge of $25 plus the applicable shipping cost will apply.

Yes, we do have fire pits but we’ve got all the wood you’ll need.

The communal fire pit behind the Lotus and Sandbar cabins have wood stocked and ready to burn. Please help yourselves.

Ground floor suites have private fire pits on the patio and we provide wood for those. (Please do not burn the stacked-wood dividers, contact guest services for more supplies.)

Second floor suites can access the gas fire pits on the roof-top decks.

Richardi Park
Just across the river, Richardi Park is a short walk from our cabins and has a sandy beach with a kayak launch, playground, and basketball courts.

Torch Lake
Most of the shoreline is privately owned, but there are a few public access sites. If you’re into crowds and want to party, head to the sandbar on the south end of the lake. Most of the roads there end at public beaches but parking can be tough and the police presence is plentiful. We’re partial to the beach next to the Dockside or will take out a boat so we can dive deep!

Pro tip: Wear foot protection: most of the lake has a rocky bottom. Yes, you can hunt for Petoskey Stones.

Thurston Park
Head to downtown Central Lake to the park for a swim on Intermediate Lake, typically much warmer than Torch Lake.

Boat parking is located about a block from Spillway Lodges near the Ohio Street boat launch. There is 24/7 surveillance and Spillway guests are permitted to park overnight for free. If you’re planning to bring a boat please rinse it prior to travel to help protect our waterways.

Depends where you want to go!

The Chain of Lakes is a series of 12 connected inland lakes, and the Spillways are right in the middle. Head downstream for the Caribbean-blue waters of Torch Lake, or upstream for calm and serene scenes and all-sports action. (Non-motorized boaters, check out Paddle Antrim!)

**If you’re planning to bring a boat please rinse it prior to travel to help protect our waterways from invasive species.

Lower chain: downstream from Spillway Lodges
Launch in downtown Bellaire at Ohio Street or Riverside Marina and travel the Intermediate River to Lake Bellaire, through the Grass River, Clam Lake, past the Dockside and into Torch Lake. There are some sensitive natural areas through this area so please be mindful of wake and speed. 

Upper chain: upstream from Spillway Lodges
Head to downtown Central Lake and launch at the bridge or take the road less travelled to the Openo launch.

Torch Lake
Avoid the chaotic Alden and South End launches and opt for Butch’s Marina. Please note that a launch fee is charged during the July 4th holiday.