Trout Lake Township occupies the southwest corner of Chippewa County and is home to the lake of the same name. The Township and the unincorporated community of Trout Lake have much to offer the outdoor enthusiast, with vast natural resources including and surrounding the lake. Trout Lake Township overlaps Hiawatha National Forest. The Township is 143.6 square miles, including Muir Woods Nature Preserve (70.39 acres) and Badgley-Little Trout Lake Natural Preserve (28.43 acres). Both are operated by the Little Traverse Conservancy. Recreation is a key theme in Trout Lake Township and featured at the Township Park, which is seven acres and includes a boat launch, beach and other facilities.