Three Mile Lake at a glance
2 hr 30 min from Chicago
- 4 hr 15 minfrom Indianapolis
- 3 hr 2 minfrom Detroit
- 1 hr 13 minfrom South Bend
- 1 hr 23 minfrom Grand Rapids
- 37 minfrom Kalamazoo
Typical drive times without traffic.
Lakes nearby
- Lake CoraAbout 2 mi away, 197 acres
- Eagle LakeAbout 2 mi away, 190 acres
- Lower Reynolds LakeAbout 2 mi away, 36 acres
Three Mile Lake Information
Three Mile Lake is a 176 acre lake in Paw Paw Township, Van Buren County, near the village of Paw Paw, with a maximum depth of about 35 feet. The state survey map shows a larger main basin and a smaller north bay. The Michigan DNR maintains a public boat launch, and the lake is fished for bluegill, largemouth bass and rock bass.
| Town | Paw Paw |
|---|---|
| County | Van Buren |
| Acres | 176 |
| Max depth | 35 ft |
| Public access | Yes |
| Fish | Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Panfish, Rock Bass |
Lake facts come from Michigan DNR lake surveys and public lake guides. Figures can vary from one survey to the next.

