[1][2] The lake drew homesteaders in the late 1800s for sunbathing and swimming, and a century later people still come for recreational enjoyment.

[3] The recent development of houses in the area has muddied the waters with silt and chemicals, and the quality of the lake is decreasing.

"[3] The concern for rapid development has angered some locals, but some people do not mind because it is good for business.

The lake is used for fishing, water sport recreation, swimming, and a park area for the locals.

[2] Long Lake has seen a myriad of environmental concerns and repeatedly must close due to noxious invasive weeds, parasites, algae, and even E.