Overall, it seems that Gun Lake Casino is off to a strong start. There have also been a few negative reviews, with some customers complaining about the smoke-filled environment and lack of free drinks. Some of the most popular comments about Gun Lake Casino include praise for the friendly staff, a wide selection of games, and good food options. TripAdvisor, it has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5, with 89% of reviewers rating it as “excellent” or “very good.” Google Maps gives it a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 49 reviews. So far, the ratings for Gun Lake Casino have been mostly positive. It is projected to create 1,200 jobs, with 500 of those being full-time positions. The casino is expected to generate $1.5 million in revenue for the township and $4.5 million for the state of Michigan in its first year of operation. The tribe purchased the land in 2007 from the Wayland Township for $16 million. It is the first tribal casino in Michigan to be built off of reservation land. It also has a 255-seat buffet, a food court, and four restaurants.
The casino has 100,000 square feet (9,290 m2) of gaming space, 2,500 slots, 28 table games, and a poker room. It is owned and operated by the Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi Indians, a federally recognized tribe. The Gun Lake is a Native American casino in Wayland, Michigan. Hours: Gun Lake Casino is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.