Hogset Lake is an 81-acre body of water located in Portage and Schoolcraft Townships of Kalamazoo County, Michigan, with reported depths reaching 32 feet. The lake connects directly to the larger Gourdneck Lake (222 acres) via a clearly marked channel to the north, offering expanded paddling opportunities.

Two primary access points serve the lake: a boat launch on the east side within Prairie View County Park off E U Avenue (fee required), and an access site at the Gourdneck State Game Area reached via an improved trail from U Avenue between Oakland Drive and 18th Street.

Hogset Lake forms part of a connected waterway system that includes Gourdneck Lake to the north and extends to Sunset Lake via Gourdneck Creek. Paddlers can navigate from Hogset Lake through the channel system, though be aware that late summer brings thick lily pad growth that can impede passage in some areas.

The lake supports a variety of fish species including black crappie, bluegill, and largemouth bass, making it an appealing destination for anglers who wish to combine fishing with their paddling adventures. The lake's modest size makes it manageable for shorter paddling excursions while still offering connectivity to larger waters for extended trips.

For those planning multi-water adventures, Hogset Lake's position in relation to other nearby waters is noteworthy - it lies south of the popular Austin Lake (1,050 acres) and West Lake (335 acres), creating possibilities for varied paddling experiences within the same general area.

Paddlers should note that the channel connecting Hogset to Gourdneck Lake can experience low water conditions at times, which may affect navigation between the two bodies of water.