Here Are The 12 Most Beautiful, Charming Small Towns In Michigan
By Serena Maria Daniels|Updated on March 08, 2023(Originally published March 05, 2023)
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Serena Maria Daniels
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Serena Maria Daniels is an award-winning freelance journalist in Detroit, by way of Chicago, by way of the West Coast. She writes about Michigan for OIYS. Serena enjoys learning about language and culture and taking road trips with her beagle Ralph.
There’s something special about a small town that you just can’t find in a big city. Maybe it’s the way everyone seems to know you (that can be a good AND bad thing, but that’s another story). Maybe it’s the sense of pride that comes from making a difference in a tight-knit community. Or perhaps, it’s the friendly, independent shops. Lucky for us, we’ve got plenty of charming small towns in Michigan. And though the competition is fierce, the following 12 towns are among the best small towns in Michigan.
With a population of just about 1,800 people, you're bound to know everyone in Crystal Falls. That's alright - at least most folks here are friendly and kind!
She may not talk about it much, but Madonna herself came from Bay City, proving that amazing people are born out of these communities. Sometimes. You know.
Explore beautiful Bay City in this awesome, short video tour:
In the fur and lumber boom of the 19th century, more millionaires lived in Muskegon than in any other city in the United States. Neat! Nowadays, things are a little different, but the town sure is stunning.
This town in Metro Detroit known as Clawson might seem like any other suburban community, but its downtown is full of quaint, locally-owned boutiques and restaurants and is very walkable.
Okay, so the name of this place - Colon - has a kind of interesting connotation. Its origins are rooted in grammar, in the colon (;) which indicates a pause not quite as long as a period.
Grand Haven is a gorgeous little beach town with a population of about 10,000 and is very family-friendly - plus, living here gives you great access to the lake.
Paw Paw, which is named after the Pawpaw fruit, has prospered as a farming area and lumber mill settlement.
Maybe you're thinking about a move to Paw Paw? We think that's a great idea:
So, what do you think? Are these the most charming small towns in Michigan? Did we miss your favorite small town? Tell us!
These towns are just the beginning when it comes to options for day trips in Michigan. There are plenty more. Check out more fun things to do in Michigan if you can’t seem to get enough of the big ol’ mitten.
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