About Michigan
Lapeer County, Michigan
Lapeer County,
Michigan provides tranquil rural and small-town
living within easy commute of high-density metropolitan
areas. Situated 50 miles north of
Detroit, 30 miles west of
Port
Huron and 10 miles east of
Flint, MI, Lapeer County is a region of fertile
farmland and quaint little towns.
Lapeer County reported its population at 87,904 in the
Census 2000, covering more than 650 square miles. The 2004 estimate was
92,510 residents, showing more than 5% increase. This figure is sure to
increase steadily, as the
Detroit Metropolitan Area consistently expands each year. Lapeer County
leaders intend to maintain their tranquil atmosphere. The
Lapeer Economic Development Corporation watches growth carefully, insuring
that new industries locating here do not disturb established residential areas,
and enhance the beautiful region rather than detract from it. Planned growth is
of major importance to Lapeer County, MI.
The towns and villages of
Almont,
Attica,
Columbiaville,
Dryden,
Imlay City,
Metamora and
North Branch, all with populations less than 5,000, make up Lapeer County,
along with the city of
Lapeer,
the county seat. Known as the “Gateway to the
Thumb” Area of
Michigan, Imlay City stands out as a charming agricultural community of
4,000 residents. It hosts the Lapeer County Agricultural Fair and the
Eastern Michigan
Fair.
Lapeer, with more than 9,000 citizens, serves as the commercial and
governmental center for Lapeer County. The historic
Downtown
contains a number of specialty shops and gourmet establishments housed in
architecturally delightful buildings. The
Piety
Hill Historic District contains homes and churches of Greek Revival, Queen
Anne, Gothic and Italianate designs, many listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. The
Lapeer County Courthouse, built in 1846 in Greek Revival style, is one of
the 10 oldest courthouses remaining in the
U.S.
Northern Lapeer County contains a large number of
Amish
families, the Plain People. Their horse and buggies fill the roads as they
travel to their worship services. The southern region maintains a reputation as
excellent horse country. It boasts its own hunt club and game preserve.
Rolling hillsides and 159 lakes make Lapeer County a joy to drive. The
Seven
Ponds Nature Center in Dryden features 245 acres of orchards, herbs, unique
plants and a natural history reading room. Lapeer County residents enjoy
fishing and boating on the many sparkling lakes. The winter months bring
snowmobiling and cross-country skiing down the area’s many winding trails and
greenways.
Lapeer County,
Michigan remains one of the
Lower Peninsula's most scenic rural regions. With a deep commitment to
preserving their high standards of living, and with a strong focus on
education, Lapeer County’s bright future seems guaranteed.
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